Shellie Dansby, (Principal)
Shellie Dansby has a solid background in education with over 25 years of experience as a principal and school counselor. Ms. Dansby has a Bachelor’s degree from California State University, Northridge, and a Master ’s degree from the University of La Verne, and will graduate in 2018 with an Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership from Brandman University in Irvine. She currently is the Coordinator of Workforce at the Learn 4 Life School.
Shellie Dansby, (Principal)
Shellie Dansby has a solid background in education with over 25 years of experience as a principal and school counselor. Ms. Dansby has a Bachelor’s degree from California State University, Northridge, and a Master ’s degree from the University of La Verne, and will graduate in 2018 with an Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership from Brandman University in Irvine. She currently is the Coordinator of Workforce at the Learn 4 Life School.
Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy
"You don't have to be the best dancer to lead."
English Language Development
Learning best occurs when the educational program offers a curriculum, instruction, and assessments aligned with state standards. The planned and actual curriculum is aligned with the California Content Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and English Language Development standards.
The founders of JLPAA understand that learning best occurs when the school has:
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A clear and shared focus
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High standards and expectations for all students
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Effective school leadership
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High levels of collaboration and communication
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A curriculum, instruction, and assessments aligned with state standards
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Academic content integrated with the arts
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Frequent monitoring of learning and teaching
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Focused professional development; and
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A high level of family and community involvement.