Welcome to Carver Academy

A 2023 National Blue Ribbon School!
 

Carver Academy is a 2023 National Blue Ribbon school and the first Title 1 school in ABC Unified School District to receive this highly coveted award! Our school community is comprised of students from inside and outside the district in grades TK through 6. There are over 23 languages spoken by students and staff. Hispanic/Latinos are the largest student group followed by Asians, then African Americans respectively. Of our full-time teachers, 24% are male, far above the district’s average for elementary schools.


Carver has received various recognitions: National Blue Ribbon, California Distinguished School, Title 1 Achievement Award, Gold Ribbon, Golden Bell, STEM Distinguished Achievement in Math or Science, and New and Emerging Magnet School. We were also named as one of the top 60 best schools in L.A. County. Carver has been committed to innovating, reflecting, and constantly striving to meet the needs of all our students.


We are known throughout Los Angeles County for our outstanding school wide Enrichment Clusters Program. We recognize that all learners are unique and learning experiences must take into account the abilities, interests, and learning style of individual students. Twice a year (Fall Clusters & Spring Clusters) students spend one hour a week exploring a topic of interest with the assistance of knowledgeable community members and staff. Along with gaining in-depth insight into a particular topic, students begin to take responsibility and interest in their own learning. The regular curriculum is supported, expanded, and enhanced by children participating in enrichment activities and bringing their enthusiasm into the classroom. Student Cluster Leaders communicate what they have accomplished at a school wide celebration to culminate the Enrichment Clusters Program. These educational opportunities, supported by an excellent teaching staff, create a first rate educational opportunity that is both challenging and enjoyable for Carver Academy students.


We are dedicated to ensuring the academic success of every student, by providing both interventions and extended learning opportunities. Our foundational reading program and vertically aligned approach for math are integrated during the instructional day to support our students. We also provide after-school math intervention Mathletes and Math Advanced. In order to extend higher learning opportunities, Math Olympiad is offered to our high performing math students to compete worldwide with other exceptional peers. We also participate in Reading Olympics, STEM Olympics, Spelling Bee and the district's Track Meeting. This allows all of our students an opportunity to highlight their individual talents.


Carver strives to realize the potential of all our students by providing a whole child approach knowing the students are more than their academic prowess. We implement Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) as an integral component within our values of Carver Scholars being Safe, Respectful and Determined. We provide an inclusive school environment that celebrates the diversity represented by our school community. Carver values all of our community partners such as students, parents, families, community and staff. We are a school team that collectively create the supportive school environment at Carver Academy.

 
Mission
As effective worldwide communicators, Carver Academy students will be critical thinkers and inquisitive learners with a sense of personal commitment to action and service. 
 
Vision Statement

Carver Academy's faculty and support staff will provide Transitional Kindergarten through 6th Grade students rich learning experiences in a rigorous academic and caring environment. Our goals for students are to master grade-level content standards, use critical thinking and problem-solving strategies, develop communication skills, and demonstrate positive and democratic social interactions. We strive to help students realize their full academic potential, develop positive self-concepts, and gain enthusiasm for learning. We encourage all students to develop responsibility for their own behavior and a concern for others. Our goals are aligned with the goals of the ABC Unified School District (ABCUSD). We invite our community to help plan and participate in implementing programs to prepare students for a healthy and successful future.