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SILVER GATE ELEMENTARY HANDBOOKSeptember 7th, 2004 Dear Silver Gate Families, Welcome to Silver Gate Elementary. The staff and I are excited to begin the new school year and look forward to building relationships with all of you. We are proud of our community of learners—a community made up of energetic students, professional staff, and involved parents. We are all committed to working together for the success of all our children. I encourage you all to become involved. Your support promotes excellence and an even more positive educational experience. San Diego City Schools’ mission is to raise student achievement through supporting teaching and learning in every classroom. Silver Gate is committed to providing all students with an enriched educational program, encouraging all children to reach their fullest potential and become lifelong learners. Our balanced literacy program includes reading, writing, and speaking. Our mathematics program includes calculating, reasoning, and estimating. Both programs are rigorous and standards-based, promoting communication and thinking that extend learning past memorization. The result is that our learners are problem solvers ready to take on real world challenges. Over the past year, we have had many site renovations due to Proposition MM. All of our classroom buildings, auditorium, cafeteria, interior hallways, and offices have new paint and floorings. We have 2 new shade structures that we will use for lunch, performances, and other activities. The most substantial change is our new 2,000 square foot library, a structure dedicated to providing literacy support and academic enrichment to all of our students and families. We will continue with our renovations this year, adding landscaping to our library, new surfaces to our playgrounds, and new murals to our walls. Our Friends of Silver Gate (FSG) association and parents have been instrumental in the beautification our school, and we look forward to future projects that will reflect the pride we have for our learning environment. Our parents contribute greatly to our school. They volunteer in classrooms, work to provide fun and enriching activities, and raise funds to support our Eco Lab and other academic programs. FSG is planning many exciting activities. Their efforts include sponsoring valuable fundraisers and hosting many fun family events such as the Autumn Fest and Sock Hop. Your participation is valued, and we recognize the positive impact that FSG has. You are also an invaluable partner in your child’s life. Daily attendance, good citizenship, regular encouragement, and communication are key factors to the success of your child. During the course of the year, you may have questions or concerns regarding your child’s progress. Your primary relationship is through your child’s classroom teacher. We encourage you to make contact with your child’s teacher whenever you have a concern interest in becoming more involved. I am committed to the teaching at our school, and I will be in the classrooms every morning. If you would like time to discuss any concerns with me, please plan for a time in the afternoon hours. We hope that this handbook will provide you with information about Silver Gate’s instructional programs, events, schedules, and policies. Please take a moment to read the handbook with your child and discuss. If you have any questions or need information, please feel free to call our office at 222-1139. Again, welcome to a great year!
Sincerely,
THE HISTORY OF SILVER GATE Silver Gate Elementary opened in 1951. Originally Silver Gate was to be named Orchard School, reflecting the property’s history, however since the site also overlooks the entrance to the San Diego Harbor, known as the “Silver Gate to San Diego,” the school was renamed Silver Gate Elementary before construction was completed. The first school year opened with 445 students in 14 classrooms, educating Kindergarten through fourth grade students. Ms. McIntyre was Silver Gate’s first Principal; she remained for 17 years until her retirement. In 1952 the student population rose dramatically to 874 students in 24 classrooms. With the opening of Correia Junior High in 1963, student enrollment dropped back to under 600. In 1968 Silver Gate became a Model School and opened its doors to students from around the city. Silver Gate was only one of two schools to offer the Model program that later came to be known as the Magnet program. With class-size reduction impacting facilities throughout Point Loma, Silver Gate again experienced changes when Dana School reopened as an all sixth-grade campus, servicing all of the Point Loma Cluster. Three years later, our fifth-grade students joined the sixth graders at Dana, making that site Point Loma’s lower middle school. Today, Silver Gate Elementary welcomes over 430 K-4 students and has 22 classrooms. Throughout its history, Silver Gate has appreciated and benefited from its strong parent and community involvement. We look forward to continue building relationships between our classrooms and families. We know our work together will make us all proud of the achievements we make at Silver Gate. Welcome to a new school year. SCHOOL POLICIES & PROCEDURES Bell Schedule – K-4 Breakfast 7:15 - 7:35 School begins 7:40 Recess, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 10:45-11:00 Recess, (Minimum Day) 10:15-10:30 Lunch 12:00-12:40 Dismissal 2:10 Thursday, Modified Day Dismissal 11:25 Office Hours 6:45 – 3:15 Student Registration Card The student registration card is an important source of information for the school office. It provides the child’s address, phone number, school identification number and emergency contact numbers. It is used by teachers, the administrator and other office and health personnel in daily contacts with families. It is imperative that a new card be completed each year for each child in attendance and that it be done in a time fashion at the beginning of the school year. Please inform the office of any changes in student information throughout the year, most importantly work and emergency numbers. Classroom Assignments and Reorganization Tentative teacher assignments for all grades are posted in the office window on the Friday before classes resume for the year. All placements remain firm for the first 2 weeks of school. During the first weeks of school, the enrollment stabilizes, and it is sometimes necessary to reorganize classrooms. Please explain to your child that his/her class assignment may change. Every effort is made to reorganize the classes as early as possible to cause the least amount of disruption to our children. Parents of students involved in any changes will be notified. We ask that parents be supportive throughout any reorganization and keep in mind that it is not done arbitrarily, but out of necessity. Residency Policy Students may attend Silver Gate Elementary if they reside within our boundaries. Two proofs of residency are required for registration and one proof of residency is required if you have moved. Nonresidents may apply to attend Silver Gat through the Choice or VEEP programs or through acceptance into a district program (i.e. GATE Seminar). Attendance If your child is going to be absent from school, please call the attendance line, (619) 223-3035, before 8:00.m. The law requires us to document the reason for every student’s absence. Calls will be made to the homes of those students whose parents/guardians have not called regarding their child’s absence. In accordance with the Education Code (48200, 48260(a), 48260.5), a series of official district attendance letters are mailed to parents and reported to the state in cases of unexcused absences. Independent Study Contracts Parents are asked to request an independent study contract from the school office for their students for absences that can be expected to last more than three days. Independent study contracts require that the assigned work be completed and sent in with the child upon his/her return to school. Tardiness The school day begins promptly at 7:40 a.m. Being tardy is very disruptive to your child’s morning routine as well as those of his/her classmates and negatively impacts his/her school experience. Please assist us in meeting your child’s educational needs by making sure your child is at school before 7:40 a.m. Teachers will record tardies prior to 8:00 a.m. After 8:00 a.m., students will need to come to the office to sign in and receive a late pass. In accordance with the Education Code, a series of official district tardy letters are mailed to parents and reported to the state if the number of tardies becomes excessive. Arrival The supervision of the children who attend Silver Gate Elementary begins at 7:20 a.m. As it is unsafe to leave children unattended, we ask that you do NOT have your child arrive at school prior to this time. Your cooperation will help us maintain the safest possible environment for your child. The “6 to 6” childcare program is available to parents by application if before school care is needed. . Dismissal Your child should be picked up from school promptly at dismissal time (2:10 p.m.). There is no supervision provided after school, therefore, any child on site after 2:10 p.m. will need to be picked up from the administrative office. The YMCA and “6 to 6” childcare programs are available to parents by application if after school care is needed. Any questions about those programs should be directed to the YMCA @ 226-8888. Sign Out Procedure If you are picking your child up during the school day, please notify the classroom teacher with a note sent to school with your child or stop into the office to fill out a “permission to leave school grounds” form. If your child is going home early because of illness, you also need to sign him/her out in the office. Your child will then be released by the school nurse or clerical staff. Parking for Parents For the safety of our students, parents may park on any of the city streets. Please do not park your car in front of the school. That area is for drop off only. If you would like to walk your child to class, please find parking away from the drip off zone. This is for the safety of all our children. Please note that all on-site parking in our alley is for staff use only. Bicycle/Skateboard PolicyStudents in 4th grade may ride their bikes to school. Bikes must be equipped with locks and riders must have helmets. Students may not ride on campus. Bikes must be walked to the bike racks on school grounds. SKATEBOARDS, SCOOTERS, AND ROLLERBLADES ARE NOT ALLOWED. Closed Campus/Visitor Policy To ensure the safety of our students and staff, campus visitors and volunteers must report directly to the office, sign in, and obtain a visitor’s badge. Please wear the badge on site at all times. Homework Policy As part of the instructional program, classroom teachers will assign homework for students to complete. Students in the San Diego Unified School District are expected to read daily and complete a reading log each week. Students at Silver Gate Elementary School have demonstrated that they can and do read much more than the district’s minimum number of books. Your support and encouragement is important to your child’s success. Please help him/her establish a routine for homework and provide a good workspace in which to complete the work (a well-lit table or desk away from distractions). Homework extends the classroom instruction and will receive a report card grade. Expected Behavior Code Students are expected to:
Dress Code The Silver Gate Elementary School dress code and grooming guidelines are based on the district Board of Education policy on dress code. These guidelines apply to all students at all times. There are not exceptions. The standards for student attire are:
The following are not acceptable at school:
Students who come to school in inappropriate dress will be sent to the office. Parents will be called and asked to provide the student with a change of clothing that is appropriate to the school environment or be given loaner clothing as available. Students will be asked to remove make-up. Labeling Supplies/Lost and Found Please label all clothing items, book bags, and supplies with your child’s name. By doing so, most “lost” items can be returned to their owners promptly. If an item has been misplaced, please encourage your child to check the lost and found bin located outside the Auditorium. Library Book Policy It is the intent to allow all students the opportunity to check books out of our wonderful school library. We have many new books, in addition to those in the original collection that are slightly worn. If each student learns to take care of books, they will last longer and look good. Therefore, we invite your cooperation in the care of library books. Please help your child to understand and practice the following:
It is the child’s responsibility to take care of the books that he/she borrows from the library. If your child damages, destroys or loses a library book, you will be asked to pay for it. Replacement books are purchased by the school librarian to ensure that a library-bound edition is received for the library. These are more costly than books that can be purchased in stores because of the quality of the binding required for books that will be circulated for many years. Birthdays Children enjoy celebrating their birthdays. Please check with your child’s teacher regarding classroom practice in this area. In general, if you wish to provide treats for your child’s class, please keep them simple (no whole cakes or ice cream). Please make sure to provide any needed supplies (e.g. napkins, plates). Often parents are unable to invite the entire class to their child’s home birthday party. Problems occur within the classroom when invitations are handed out in school and only some children receive them. For this reason, party invitations cannot be handed out in school unless all children or all same-gender children in the room are invited. We appreciate your cooperation regarding this matter. Pets Due to the unpredictability of animals and potential allergic reactions, district policy dictates that we not have classroom pets and that we do not allow children to bring their own pets to school for visitation. Toys We do not allow children to bring toys to school because it often results in lost or broken toys. This includes trading cards. Media and the School From time to time for various events, we are covered by the media (newspaper, TV, etc.) at school. If you do not wish your child involved with the media, please leave a note to that effect in the school office. Complaint Procedure It is always our intent to resolve concerns at the lowest possible level. If a parent has a classroom concern, it is expected that he/she will try to resolve the concern with the classroom teacher. If the concern is not resolved, the principal may be contacted. She will set up a meeting between the parties involved in an effort to resolve the issue.
RECESS/LUNCH SCHEDULE, INFORMATION AND PROCEDURES Lunch Periods – 12:00-12:40 Lunch Arbor Procedures – Students will have a 40 minute lunch period each day. Half of this time is spent in the lunch arbor and half is spent at recess. All children, whether they bring their own lunch to school or buy a hot lunch, are seated in the lunch arbor during the lunch period. Recess Times – Students will have a fifteen-minute recess period each day. Only under adverse weather conditions do we keep the children indoors. Hot Lunch Program – Our San Diego City Schools Food Services Department has begun a “Kid’s Choice” hot lunch program at our school. A menu will be provided that shows the four hot lunch choices available to students each day. Students select one of the hot lunch choices and then may help themselves to the salad bar. A choice of chocolate milk, plain milk or juice accompanies each lunch. This program has been very successful for our students – they are eating more, eating better and enjoying their lunch. Lunch Money – Children may bring money each time they purchase lunch or milk/juice or money may be placed in an account that your child may access for purchases any day. To place money in your child’s account, clearly mark an envelope with your child’s name and teacher/room number. Envelopes may be turned in to the school office. Prices are as follows: Breakfast - $.50 Plate lunch including milk - $1.00 Milk only - $.25 Lunch Room ChargesIf it is necessary to get a hot lunch loan, your child may do so in the cafeteria. Loans should be paid the next school day. Children will not be permitted to charge more than three times without payment in full. HEALTH OFFICE INFORMATIONThe school health office is currently staffed with a nurse every other Wednesday. Some of the school nurse’s duties involve: *assessing and evaluating the health and developmental status of students (including all mandated screening programs) *referring students to appropriate community resources for necessary services *interpreting important health/medical related issues of students to teachers and other personnel directly concerned with students *providing first aid and appropriate referrals for sick and injured students *designing and implementing health maintenance plans to meet individual health needs of students *monitoring all students immunization status to assure that they are in compliance by notifying parents and doing the appropriate follow-up *assuring all first grade students are in compliance with the state’s requirement of a CHDP physical exam for first grade admission *counseling with parents, students and school staff regarding health-related attendance problems and/or any specific physical, mental and/or social limitations of students *participating in Instructional Study Team and IEP meetings *providing in-service training for school staff on health and safety related issues Physicals All children are required to have a complete physical upon entering 1st grade. A health exam form is provided when you register for your doctor to complete. Up-to-date immunizations are also required and certification must be submitted to the office. Guidelines for Absences *Children too ill to participate in normal school activities whether or not a fever is present should not attend school. *Children with a temperature greater than 100 degrees orally should be free of fever without Tylenol or aspirin for a minimum of 24 hours before returning to school after illness. *Children with persistent vomiting or diarrhea should not attend school until the vomiting or diarrhea has dissipated for at least 24 hours. *Children should not attend school if they could have a contagious disease, i.e., strep, conjunctivitis. See your doctor immediately and obtain the appropriate medication. Generally, doctors recommend returning to school after a 24-hour period of medication. Please make the school nurse aware of any contagious illness, i.e., strep throat, chicken pox, hepatitis so that she may alert the parents of children in your child’s class of possible warning signs. *Children with a rash of undetermined origin should not attend school until the rash is gone or it has been determined to be non-contagious by a physician. *Children who have undergone a medical procedure requiring general anesthesia should not attend school for at least 24 hours after anesthesia. *Children should not attend school if they have live lice. A child with lice must shampoo with a lice-specific medicated shampoo and show proof of such treatment upon returning to school, i.e., shampoo box or container. A parent will need to accompany the child back to school the day after treatment so that the nurse/school clerk may confirm that the child’s hair is free of all nits. Medication Policy*The “Physician’s Recommendation for Medication Form” must be renewed yearly for any student who needs medication administered at school on a routine or as-needed basis. This form is completed by your physician and requires a parent/guardian signature. Medication cannot be dispensed without this authorization on file. The medication and the form need to be brought to the office by the parent/guardian. *Short-term medication forms may be completed by a parent if the student requires a prescribed medication for 10 days or less (i.e., antibiotics). *Medications cannot be dispensed by the classroom teacher. NutritionPlease provide your child with a well-balanced nutritious breakfast each day. Breakfast is one of the most important meals of a child’s day. It provides calories and nutrients necessary for healthy growth and brain function. Children learn best when they come to school well nourished and with adequate rest. Hungry, sleepy children do not learn well. Students also have a morning recess and snack break each day. Please provide a healthy snack for your child each day. Accident InsuranceAccidents do happen at school. The school does not carry medical Insurance for students. However, a voluntary student accident insurance program is offered by the Board of Education. Forms may be obtained through he school office. Fire and Disaster DrillsFire drills and disaster preparedness drills are conducted monthly to practice the safe and efficient exit from classrooms at our site. Our site has required that parents assist us with disaster preparedness by filling out the disaster preparedness card and preparing the disaster packet to be kept at school for their children. The packet and card are designed to provide up-to-date emergency information, some food for students in the event of an earthquake or other disaster. If circumstances allow, students will be kept on campus until picked up by parents or their designees, as indicated on the registration and/or disaster cards. THE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMSSilver Gate Elementary has an expert and talented teaching staff. As part of the San Diego City Schools, we have educational standards and objectives in all curriculum areas. The standards for each curriculum area at each grade level are provided by the state of California. Our students are consistently exposed to extensions of this curriculum and enrichment experiences on a daily basis. This handbook presents a brief description of some of the unique experiences offered at Silver Gate Elementary School. District Literacy FrameworkAll students, grades K-4, participate in the district-wide literacy program. Three hours of the day are dedicated to literacy development through a balanced approach of reading, writing, and word study instruction. All Day KindergartenKindergarten students attend school on the same schedule as the older students. The program is tailored to help transition young students to the rigors of a full day with developmentally appropriate educational activities to facilitate reading, writing, and math readiness for first grade. Class Size Reduction ProgramSilver Gate Elementary is participating in the state Class Size Reduction Program. Every classroom, grades K-3, has 20 or fewer students in it. VEEP (Voluntary Ethnic Enrollment Program) Families voluntarily choose to have their children attend Silver Gate Elementary instead of their local, neighborhood school. OCILEEach year our 4th grade classes spend the week in Old Town, participating in the Off Campus Integrated Learning Experience (OCILE).Physical Education Prep Time ProgramEvery classroom, grades K-4, participates in an outstanding physical education program, with Coach Geoff McCloud, where students are not only taught new physical skills but work on sportsmanship and attitude skills as well. Instrumental Music ProgramA district-sponsored program brings an instrumental and band instructor to Silver Gate each Wednesday to give instrumental music lessons to interested 4th grade students. We celebrate the students’ accomplishments by inviting their families to see them perform in a Spring Instrumental Music Program. Choral Music InstructionOur Friends of Silver Gate Foundation fund a choral music teacher who gives choral music lessons weekly to 4th grade students who don’t participate in the instrumental program. Library Media CenterSilver Gate is proud to have our new school library containing a wonderful collection of fiction, non-fiction and reference materials. The library provides resources to teachers and parents, and teaches students library and research skills. GATE Seminar and Cluster Programs (Grades 3-4) Each year all of our second grade students are assessed for placement into the Gifted and Talented Education programs. San Diego Police Department ProgramsOur SDPD officer will visit all classrooms K-4 to deliver a program regarding child safety. At the lower grades the program addresses proper emergency procedures, stranger danger and bullying. At grade 4, topics also include the harmful effects of alcohol, tobacco and drugs. Recognition AssembliesSchool assemblies are held throughout the year in the auditorium to present certificates to students in each class whom their teachers recognize for outstanding scholastic or behavioral achievements. Parents of students receiving awards are invited to attend. SPECIAL EDUCATION AND SUPPORTIVE SERVICESEl (English Learner) SupportBilingual students are clustered according to assessed language proficiency and placed in mainstream classes. They are given special assistance in learning English, reaching their educational potential and adjusting to the school setting. Resource Teacher The learning disabilities resource teacher and her instructional aide provide these programs to students in the Learning Center on site. They may also service regular students who need extra support. School PsychologistThe school psychologist serves, as a member of the Instructional Study Team to assess the academic and emotional/behavioral needs of students. District CounselorThe district counselor assesses emotional and behavioral issues of children and how they impact their attainment of educational goals. He/she may see students in a small group setting or individually on a short-term basis. Speech and Language SpecialistThe speech and language specialist helps to identify and assess children who require additional support in developing communication skills appropriate to their ability/age level. If the student qualifies, the speech and language pathologist creates an individualized program for the student and provides the needed support. SCHOOL-BASED TESTINGSTARThe students in grades 2-4 participate annually in the state Standardized Testing and Reporting program in the spring. The CAT6 test is used to evaluate student and school performance. Spanish speaking students in the district less than 12 months are also tested in Spanish with the SABE. GATEDistrict psychologists administer tests to all 2nd graders and students who are new to our school in grades 3 and 4. The test is used to determine placement in the GATE programs for the following year. Special EducationParents may request that a district psychologist and resource specialist evaluate their children for learning disabilities. Requests are to be made to the principal. The IST (Instructional Study Team) will meet with the parent(s)/guardian to determine the appropriateness of the request. District TestingAll students in grades K-4 are assessed using the DRA (Developmental Reading Assessment). Fourth grade students are tested in late winter using the SDRT (Stanford Diagnostic Reading Test) group test. They are also informally tested using the ARI – Analytic Reading Inventory.
STAYING INFORMEDThere are a number of ways to stay informed about what is happening at school. Here are a few: Friends of Silver Gate NewsletterThe Newsletter is a FSG-produced monthly newsletter sent home at the beginning of each month. The Newsletter is published to encourage involvement and participation of parents in school and to keep everyone informed of all events. In addition to news and information, an up-to-date calendar of events appears in it. All staff, parents, students and groups are welcome to submit articles for this newsletter. Web SiteThe Silver Gate web site, located at, http://prod031.sandi.net/silvergate is developed and maintained by a parent volunteer, Karl Dring. The site is continuously undated and contains a wide variety of information for students, parents, and staff. Principal’s ChatEach month Sandy McClure will host an hour long “chat” about instructional practice and “happenings” at the site. All parents are welcome to attend, participate, and enjoy a cup of coffee. The first Principal’s Chat will be October 7th for all, and the following months will be for designated grade levels. Open HouseFall Open House is a time to meet with your child’s teacher to hear about the curricular objectives for the year and how you can assist your child to make it a successful learning year. Kindergarten OrientationIn the Spring, we invite parents of incoming Kindergarten children to come to our school, tour our classrooms, and hear information about our Kindergarten program. In the Fall, new Kindergarten students and their parents are invited to come to their assigned rooms and meet their teacher. Parent Conference DaysThese days coincide with the release of report cards and allow individual parents to meet with their child’s teacher. Each of these days will have dismissal at 11:25 a.m. This is an excellent time for you to meet with the teacher and review your child’s progress. There are conference days scheduled in November and February. Please schedule additional conferences with your child’s teacher any time you feel they are needed.
PARENT/COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT AT SILVER GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL The following committees and organizations represent several important groups that make up the decision-making, fund raising, and community-support bodies at Silver Gate. Governance Team/School Site Council (SSC)The goal of the Governance Team is to assist the principal in providing the best possible educational opportunities for the students to achieve at their highest potential. Only issues pertaining to teaching and learning are discussed in this forum. SSC makes budgetary decisions on specific funding areas within the school budget. District English Learner Advisory Council (DELAC)This is a group of parent representatives that attend district meetings to discuss issues related to English learners. Information discussed at district meetings is brought back to our own site and discussed in our meetings with teachers and parents. FRIENDS OF SILVER GATE FOUNDATIONFriends of Silver Gate Elementary (FSG) is the school’s foundation. It is a nonprofit organization committed to supporting the educational needs of the children of Silver Gate Elementary School. The funds raised each year pay for Instructional enrichment and beautification of our school. FSG chooses projects to fund based on input from parents, the Governance Team/School Site Council, our principal, our teachers and the FSG Board. Friends of Silver Gate Elementary Board MembersPresident of Programs Carrie FlowersPresident of Fundraising Jean Federici Treasurer Richard Glover VP – Annual Giving Fund Mary Dring VP – Volunteer Coordinator Chris Pickering Secretary Jenny LaRocco Silent Auction Shannon Hook Sally Foster/Gold C Dianne Sullivan Jog-A-thon Melanie Sherman Public Relations Carolina Romero At-Large Member Donna St. Clair
Committee ChairpersonsFinancial Secretary Katrina Pascale Hospotality Ally Warlaumont Directory Olga West Newsletter Mara Hunter Yearbook Diane Sullivan Calendar Leslie Chinman Red Ribbon Week Tanya Fredrick Book Fair/Book Exchange Shelley Joyce Gator Olympics Donna St. Clair Community Partners Donna St. Clair T-shirts/School Merchandise Leanne MacDonald Tile Project Simone O’Connell Harvest Festival Elizabeth Nagy San Diego Scickers Night Simone O’Connell
Assistants and Co-Chairs (non-board members) VP- Volunteers Ally Warlaumont Silent Auction Linda Renouf Sally Foster Lynn Sinks Gold C Laurie Kellerhouse Hospitality Barbara Buckner
Student Directory The student directory supports “community building” at Silver Gate. Many of our children’s classmates and friends, new and old, are listed, along with their home and email addresses, phone numbers and parents’ names. The directory is helpful in arranging play dates, parent get-togethers and the other “outside of school” activities so important to building a strong Silver Gate community. Individual consent forms will be sent home prior to any information being published. The directory is published by our Friends of Silver Gate. AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMSWe are happy to announce that we have added three great new After School Programs at Silver Gate: Spanish, Kid’s Kreations and After School Hoops. The returning programs are Chess, Mad Science, Martial Arts and Heartlite. All the kids have a great time in these classes. The providers are committed to making it a fun learning experience for the children. These programs are voluntary and there is a charge to participate. Look for the flyers to register and don’t miss out! BUSINESS COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS Silver Gate is very proud of our partnerships with business organizations in the community. In addition to those listed, we have had many donations from local businesses. Navy/FCTCPAC McDonald’s San Diego Unified Port District |