Library
Laurel students look forward to weekly visits to the school library, where they can discover new and exciting books to enjoy.
Our librarian not only helps students find books that match their interests, but also leads engaging lessons on a variety of topics—ranging from upcoming holidays and interesting animals (including new library pets!) to exciting sports events on the horizon.
Would you like to volunteer in the library. Reach out to your classroom teacher or to our librarian Katie Diec kdiec@smfc.k12.ca.us
Project Cornerstone
Laurel Elementary and Project Cornerstone are building a community where all adults support children so that they may thrive. Our partnership empowers our children, parents, and school staff to improve school climate and create vibrant, caring communities of learners.
Developmental Assets
Developmental assets are the positive values, relationships, skills and experiences that help children thrive. Young people with high asset levels are most likely to make healthy choices, while those with lower asset levels are more likely to get involved with negative or risky behaviors like violence, trouble in school and more.
Asset Building Champions (ABC) Program
The Asset Building Champions (ABC) program is an in-classroom / library program where staff and adult volunteers learn to create positive connections with the children in the school community. Volunteers and staff read specially selected books and lead activities that help teach valuable lessons. The parent volunteers become another caring adult that the children can go to. The books and lessons provide a common language that the community can use.
The program runs on a 3-year cycle. Year 1, 2 and 3 are the Asset, Building & Champion years, respectively.
Project Cornerstone has a list of recommended books. These books can be used as excellent starting points for a discussion about character building and bullying with your children. These books assist all parents in helping to teach their children about proper behavior; at school, at home and in our community. For more information, visit www.projectcornerstone.org.
If you are interested in volunteering, the commitment is about 1-2 hours per month. Please contact our LIbrarian, Katie Diec at kdiec@smfc.k12.ca.us