School Highlights

I am proud to be the principal of

such a caring, successful school.
Greenleaf Elementary School
provides an orderly, safe
environment with high quality
instruction and high expectations,
where students experience
rewarding, meaningful learning
each day. Education provides us
all with powerful opportunities,
and you can find them here at
Greenleaf.
Our students become independent, responsible, life-long learners. Through
our Greenleaf CARES (Cooperation, Assertion, Empathy, and Self-control)
school-wide expectations, students learn to make positive choices that
affect their behavior and academic successes.
Besides the strong core curriculum that is taught in homeroom classes
(reading, writing, mathematics, science, social studies, and health),
Greenleaf offers specialist classes that enhance the learning that students
do the rest of their day. Our physical education specialists, music
specialist, art specialist, technology specialist and media specialist offer
extended yet connected learning to the core curriculum, providing students
other areas for continued successes.
The outstanding, enthusiastic, and caring staff at Greenleaf work
collaboratively to enhance each student's educational experience. Each
staff member brings a special set of skills that makes Greenleaf a dynamic
place to learn. Providing a positive school climate, staff members build
relationships with students and their families. We recognize and celebrate
cultural differences while promoting our school community's unity.
We are proud of our school and the strong work we do with children every
day. I welcome you to visit Greenleaf Elementary, where all who enter our
doors feel welcome.
Respectfully,
Michelle deKam Palmieri, Principal
From the Princpal
GREENLEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
PROFILE ! REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY
Principal
Michelle deKam Palmieri

Enrollment
550 Students

School Hours
9:25 am 3:45 pm

Office Hours
7:45 am 4:30 pm

Contact Us

(952) 431-8270

13333 Galaxie Ave.
Apple Valley, MN 55124

www.district196.org/gl
School at a Glance
Outdoor learning classroom set in 20
acres of woods and trails to provide
engaging, real life learning
experiences;
Classrooms are equipped with the
latest technological learning tools.
Two computer labs, two laptop
computer labs, and classroom iPads;
Extended day opportunities such as
chess club, writing class, Destination
Imagination, and DaCapo choir, art
club, and reading opportunities
Literacy Connection
Active parent and community
volunteer program
Parent literacy, math, physical
education and art/music events
School-wide behavior expectations
CARES
Committed and caring staff.

Priorities and Projects to
Improve Learning and
Move Towards our Vision
Percent of students eligible for free
or reduced lunch.. 36%

Percent of student receiving special
services:
English Learners..... 14%
Gifted & Talented.... 11%
Special Education... 13%

Diversity of student population (by
percent):
Asian/Pacific Islander..... 9%
Black. 13%
Hispanic....... 15%
Native American...... 1%
White.... 62%
Demographics
Summary of
2012-2013 Data

76% of student met or exceeded
grade level standards on the MCA-III
Math

66% of students met or exceeded
grade level standards on the new
MCA-III Reading
Educating our students to
reach their full potential

We believe that:
Students come first
All students can learn
High expectations inspire
students and staff to excel
Learning is maximized in a safe,
respectful and inclusive
environment
A well-rounded education
includes opportunities in
academics, the arts and athletics
Learning is a lifelong pursuit
Effective management of
resources is critical
Partnerships and collaboration
enhance educational programming
A culture of innovation and
continuous improvement prepares
students to be college and/or
career ready
An informed and engaged
community guides effective
decision-making
1. Deliver a high-quality instructional
program that anticipates and meets
the needs of all learners

2. Provide a well-aligned continuum of
high-quality, culturally responsive,
early learning (birth to grade 3)
services to meet the needs of all
students

3. Implement a systemic process that
increases achievement for all students
by addressing equitable access to
opportunities in our schools and
programs

4. Develop and implement sustainable
strategies to increase collaboration
between the district and community
partners
District 196 Mission