Living history days - Our students learn life lessons about historical times, places and people by having lessons then recreating the particular period or place. First grade is Asian / Pacific Islander, second grade is recreating the first Thanksgiving, third grade is the rancho days of old California,
... Read more Mexico and the Western US, fourth grade is the contributions of African Americans from the Gold Rush to today and fifth grade is Colonial America. Watching the students prepare, then "live" in the period is an absolutely amazing experience for all. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/17/09
My daughter is in second grade at Joaquin Miller and we have had a great experience learning and growing in this community of active parents and teachers. There is a large selection of enrichment programs offered for all grades, which includes music, dance, science, sports, chess, foreign languages,
... Read more and drama. We have been satisfied with the quality of the teachers and curriculum. Each child is encouraged to learn within their own style and expected to participate and achieve results. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/10/08
As a graduate of J. Miller, I feel I got the best education available in the Oakland Unified School District. Happy to see things are still strong at J. Miller.
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Posted by a other on 06/06/08
We've been incredibly happy with Joaquin Miller. We have two kids there, and every teacher we've had thus far has been extremely committed to her students. Meanwhile, the parent community is very supportive, giving this not-so-small school a small-school feel.
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Posted by a parent on 03/06/08
Joaquin Miller is a wonderful school. Our daughter has gone there for the past five years and has had excellent learning experiences. There is a tremendous commitment by (the majority of) the teachers to create learning experiences that are enriching, integrating art and cultural sensitivity into lessons.
... Read more The teachers are very encouraging and receptive to parental involvement and support. The student population is diverse, offering opportunities for kids to build diverse relationships. Teachers are sensitive to the needs of their students, and will collaborate with parents to ensure that their child gets the attention and opportunities they need to succeed. There is a very active core-group of parents that participate extensively in the school, both during classes and for events. It would be good to identify ways to increase the participation of those parents that don't participate as much and who feel it isn't their responsibility to help the school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/31/07
Joaquin Miller is an amazing public school. Our family left Oakland for another area and public school system, but moved back because we missed the diversity and variety that Oakland offers. We have been thrilled with our experiences thusfar at Joaquin Miller. We look forward to our daughter's fifth
... Read more year at this school. Every teacher has been excellent -with great projects and creative programs offered within the restricted school district cirriculum. Mrs. Lu, the principal is totally involved and a master at getting the extras when possible for the kids and school. She's great. Linda Brown Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/07/06
Joaquin Miller is a diverse community school with very good Parent Involvement. The leadership is wonderful from the Prinipal to all the Teachers.
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Posted by a parent on 05/04/06
This is a fantastic public elementary school. There is a terrrific staff with great leadership at the principal level. There is a great community feeling at Joaquin Miller and it shows in every aspect of the educational experience. They offer outstanding extras in addition to the basic academic programs
... Read more including a major cultural event at each grade level to make an historical time frame or people come alive to the children. There is considerable parental support and the PTA is highly involved both as support to staff when possible and as an effective fundraising machine. The funds raised support many programs on campus including the computer lab, library, and arts programs. Our experience at JM was a pleasure. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/03/05
I have been a parent at Joaquin Miller for 7 years and can't say enough about the high quality education and superior school community. What a blessing it has been for my kids future. My son was extremely well prepared for middle school, not only academically, but socially as well. The teachers are
... Read more talented, passionate about the kids and excellent leaders. The parent community is strong and committed to making Joaqin Miller the best school it can be, through volunteering and fundraising. The quality of the families cannot be equalled. My kids have benefitted and so have I! Read less
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Advanced Placement
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Before/After School
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Gifted and Talented
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general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
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Special Education Classes
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Adult Education Classes
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English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
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Oakland schools — Joaquin Miller Elementary School is located at 5525 Ascot Dr, Oakland CA 94611. 5525 Ascot Dr is in the Montclair neighborhood and 94611 ZIP code in Oakland, CA The school district for Joaquin Miller Elementary School is the Oakland Unified School District. Joaquin Miller Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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