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REFLECTIONS & Resources
Photo by Terri Otto-Bruc
CSDR's 70th Anniversary | Est.1953
On Prom Night 2023, Senior Richard Silva leaves the CSDR campus with Sofia Giansanti in a ‘57 Chevrolet Bel Air classic.
Mindfulness and Being Present
community collaborations
student opportunities
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REFLECTIONS & Resources
making connections
making connections
Thrive! Outreach Resource Center
Mary Visco
Mindfulness, Diversity, Identities, and Literacy
resources
understanding
where students come from and where they want to go
Graphic novels for reluctant Deaf readers
research
Photo by Kelly Krzyska
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fall-winter 2023
REFLECTIONS & Resources
joyful learning techniques
JOYFUL LEARNING
community collaborations
Photo by Lauren Maucere
student opportunities
Students spanning from 18 months to high school seniors recently gathered for a parade, uniting in celebration of our triumphant CIF Southern Section D2 Football team, securing their second consecutive state championship. Amidst the jubilation, Superintendent April McArthur, Athletic Director Jeremias Valencia, coaches, administrators, and community representatives shared spirited speeches.
The joy and pride were palpable throughout the campus, extending beyond the football field into classrooms, halls, and playgrounds. Our vibrant learning environment resonated with cheer, creating an atmosphere where students are eager to take pride in their school while cultivating a passion for learning. The festive celebration, covered by television media, showcased the unity and enthusiasm that define our school community, emphasizing that success is not only on the field but also in the joyful pursuit of knowledge within our classrooms.
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winter 2021
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Lindsay De Hoyos
Where language and learning thrive!
Strong school spirit & testimonials
accomplishments
Online applications & websites
resources
distance learning
Methods and student products
teaching success
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winter 2021
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spring 2020
reflections & Resources
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early
language
acquisition
Learning through social interactions
& academic content
On Prom Night 2023, Senior Richard Silva leaves the CSDR campus with Sofia Giansanti in a ‘57 Chevrolet Bel Air classic.
Melissa Kinney '04
accomplishments
STEAM Education
& student success
resources
language & social-
emotional services
understanding
impact of language deprivation
Where language and learning thrive!
vol. 67 iSSUE 1
spring 2020
Thank You for your Support!
Special thank you to CSDR Alumni Association (CSDRAA) for funding the cost for the formal frame and portrait of Superintendent April McArthur, and to Families School Community Association (FSCA) for covering the additional costs. This is a wonderful gift from alumni and families, to add to the framed portrait collage of all previous superintendents, that will last for the next generations of the school.
430-page school history book with 500 photographs - for sale on campus for only $10.00 each ($50 value).
Donations to csdr are much appreciated
California School for the Deaf would like to thank various organizations for providing donations to our students. It has made a world of joyful learning and experiences for our students.
The CSDR Story (1945-2003)
Contributed by Kevin Struxness ‘76
Uncover the Untold Tale! Dive into The CSDR Story with a concise 430-page history book featuring 500 captivating photos. Authored principally by Kevin Struxness, '76, who spent 13 years doing research and writing, this treasure unveils the forgotten legacy of school founder Perry E. Seely. The founder was President of California Association of the Deaf, who fought for 20 years to obtain approval for a new school, temporarily named Southern California School for the Deaf (SCSD). The book lists all the graduates from 1956 to 2008, sports records and memories of the students and staff, to name a few. From legislative triumphs in the '40s to campus memories in the 2000s, The CSDR Story paints a vivid picture of CSDR's rich journey.
Grab your copy for just $10! Limited stock—contact the CSDR Alumni Association President Kyle Bayarsky, '02, or CSDR Museum Curator Kevin Struxness, '76, via campus email to secure yours. Proceeds support the CSDR Alumni Association. Act fast—only 100 copies left!
CSDR Deaf Founding Father
Perry Easton Seely (1886-1949)
Shelly Freed, ‘82, the first alumnus to become a Principal at CSDR
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Erika Thompson,
Newsletter Editor &
Outreach Specialist
www.csdrcubs.com
school Mission
Students at the California School for the Deaf are engaged in a positive environment where ASL and English are valued, cultures are embraced, learning is relevant, and self-worth is uplifted. In collaboration with families and school communities, Southern California students prepare for college and careers with academic rigor, innovative technology, and extracurricular opportunities.
about csdr
Incepted in 1953, California School for the Deaf, Riverside is a fully accredited ASL/English bilingual school serving 425 day and residential Deaf students ages 3-21 from Southern and Central California with local multi-district-based Parent Infant Program for students ages 18 months to 3 years old. Counseling, speech, audiology, assessment, behavior support, and occupational therapy are provided based upon student need. In addition, CSDR offers a full extra-curricular program including athletics, academic competitions, student organizations, and residential activities. Extended School Year is available for students that meet eligibility. Its Outreach Resource Center provides assessment, resources, and services to the community.
school goals for ceasd & wasc dual accreditations
CSDR is in its mid-cycle of the approved Action Plan to meet four identified school-wide goals that focus on the following areas:
- Improve Student Proficiency: Language Arts, Math, and Science
- Foster Equity, Diversity, and Inclusive School Community
- Promote Effective School Leadership
- Expand relationships and resources with education stakeholders and technology plan
Improve student proficiency in Language Arts, Math, and Science standards measured by performance results on multiple measures of assessment with a special focus on the success of our identified at-risk subgroups to close the achievement gap.
Promote effective school leadership with tools and resources that build and sustain staff, family, and community partnerships.
Strategic Planning Map
2021 - 2027
goal 1
Goal 2
CSDR
ACTION PLAN
goal 3
goal 4
California School for the Deaf, Riverside
Create a strong sense of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusive School Community through discourse, team building, policy implementation, and instruction.
Create a plan to expand and build relationships and resources with deaf education stakeholders in California with a 5-year technology plan for CSDR and Outreach.