Florence Hill Elementary School 4213 Robinson Road Grand Prairie, TX 75052 972-264-0802 Principal: Catherine Bridges Mission: Our mission is to provide a positive, safe and secure environment that will empower students to learn while building self-esteem. Students will be afforded the opportunity to experience success and mutual respect which will prepare them to be lifelong learners. The Florence Hill community will cooperate to produce responsible individuals who are able to adapt to an ever-changing society. About Our School: Florence Hill School has served students in the Florence Hill community of Grand Prairie since 1900. The current building was built in 1990. The rich history of the area is showcased within the walls and displays of Florence Hill Elementary. Today Florence Hill serves 525 students in grades Pre-Kinder – Fifth. We have three CARE (Children with Autism and Related Exceptionalities) classrooms and we have a full day “Blended” PK which is blending general education students with special education students. The benefits are amazing! The academic curriculum offers all courses required by the State of Texas for the mastery of standards for each grade level. n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n PreK – 5th Grade Florence Hill received 3 distinctions from TEA based on 2013 STAAR scores Florence Hill met AYP (annual yearly progress) as determined by the Federal Government TEKS-based curriculum taught in all grades PK – 5 Blended Pre-Kindergarten program (full day) CARE (Children with Autism and other Related Exceptionalities) Gifted and Talented program for identified students ESL services for identified students Technology emphasis at all grade levels – PowerPoint, Skype, Google Earth, etc. Year-long instruction in music and art for all students Exceptional year long physical education program Capturing Kids’ Hearts program implemented in every classroom Rachel’s Challenge campus (start a chain reaction of kindness) Handprints on Hearts – student mentoring program Pillars of Character emphasized daily A comprehensive guidance program focusing on student’s social, emotional and academic development Active Student Council After-school clubs for students Outdoor Habitat and active “Green Team” Pride Rally Assemblies to support campus camaraderie Fifth grade students attend Camp Grady Spruce for 3 days and 2 nights (sponsored by PTA) Outstanding PTA and parental involvement Watch D.O.G.S. program (Dads of Great Students) Family Fun Nights Family Restaurant Nights GPISD Beyond the Bell afterschool program location A traditional school with traditional values focused on educating today’s students for the future. innovate. educate. graduate