| Welcome
to Alamo Elementary!
Alamo Elementary
School, like the landmark after which it is named,
has a proud history. Established in Baytown in 1929,
the campus of approximately 530 students is made strong
by the tremendous commitment of its teachers, staff
members, and parents.
"Alamo Aims for Excellence" is the motto of the Eagles
who soar
toward excellence in their educational pursuits.
Our
mission and goals...
The entire
staff of Alamo Elementary is strongly committed to the
belief that each student can and will achieve academically,
regardless of previous academic performance, socioeconomic background,
family, race, or sex. We accept the responsibility to
provide a program which will enable each student to
reach the maximum educational potential, while at the
same time helping to develop respect for themselves,
others, and our country.
Our
programs and activities...
Alamo is
home to students in grades pre-kindergarten through
five,
with Title 1, SILC, life skills, PASS, resource, inclusion, speech therapy, and
dyslexia programs designed to meet the needs of every
student. The Kiwanis Club serves as Alamo's Partner
in Education through the Baytown Chamber of Commerce
Program, offering support in many different ways to
our children and employees. Alamo
is also very proud of its successful PTO and Parent
Volunteer Program.
Other
programs offered at Alamo are...
- In-school
tutoring
- After
school tutorials
- Host
campus for Special Olympics
- Family
Involvement Coordinator
- HOPE
Team
- Flying
High Award
- D.A.R.E.
- Accelerated Reader
- U.I.L.
- Fall Carnival and Heritage
Day
- Kiwanis Lunch Buddies
- Alamo Stars
- Capturing Kids' Hearts/Keystone Curriculum
Because
of our staff's commitment to students and the widespread
support from our community, we believe that we offer
the very best education possible to our Alamo students.
Facts
about our school...
- Alamo's
ethnic breakdown is approximately 28% White,
31% African-American, 39% Hispanic, and 2% Other.
- The
original Alamo School was constructed in 1930 and
had modifications in 1956, 1969, and 1979. Alamo has
since moved into a newer building located across the
street from the YMCA.
- Alamo's
mascot is the Eagle, and school colors are red and
white.
A message
from our principal...
The Alamo
family is committed to academic excellence as well as
building well-rounded individuals. We will utilize our
community resources, including parents and our Partners
in Education, to ensure a positive school climate enabling
us to achieve our mission.
We will
continue to "Aim for Excellence" as we develop lifelong
learners. Come see the great things we are doing at
Alamo.
Ruth Perrin
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- Principal
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