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Los Padillas Elementary School
Welcome to Los Padillas Elementary!

Los Padillas Elementary School was first established in 1901 as a county school and became part of APS in 1965. Los Padillas received a MSAP grant in 2023 to be part of a STEM Magnet Pathway.

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Family and Community Partnerships

These partnerships are key to creating a supportive, caring environment where families, schools, and the community work together. They enrich education by involving parents and connecting students with local businesses, health services, and policymakers. Together, they provide real-world experiences and opportunities that prepare students for the future.
 

Los Padillas Elementary School students smiling while on a bench.
Big 3 Expectations

The Big 3 Expectations are part of our school’s Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) they help develop critical thinking skills and encourage a growth mindset.

Big 3 Expectations

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Dual Language

Los Padillas Elementary is a Dual Language immersion school, offering a 50/50 model in English and Spanish for Kindergarten through 5th grade. Students become bilingual, biliterate, and culturally aware, gaining skills to thrive in a diverse, global society.

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Environmental STEM

We offer STEM focused thematic instruction through hands-on projects focused on sustainability, conservation, and environmental stewardship. Activities include garden projects, recycling initiatives, and exploring sustainable technologies such as renewable energy.

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AVID at Los Padillas

At Los Padillas, we are proud to implement AVID strategies to empower our students with the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to achieve their dreams. Through a focus on rigorous academic support, critical thinking, and a culture of high expectations, we aim to ensure that every student is equipped to thrive in school, career, and life.

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Los Padillas Outdoor Sanctuary

In this 5 acre outdoor learning laboratory, students embrace outdoor spaces as valuable extensions of the classroom. Students are led by our Environmental Educator through different areas of the sanctuary expanding learning beyond classroom walls.

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Los Padillas Activities

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