Staff
- Experienced, Caring, Creative, Motivated, involved staff
- Every staff member is fully credentialed and on average has at least 15 years experience
- Teachers in all subject areas provide leadership for peers and work to develop district assessments and curriculum
- Teachers are receiving training in the International Baccalaureate Program
Achievements and Awards
- 97% of Algebra students proficient or advanced on California Standards Test
- Odyssey of Mind State Champions 03-04 and regional Champs in 05-06 and 06-07
- 7th Grade Academic Olympiad Champions in 2006 and 2007
Facilities
- Fully equipped science labs for both 7th and 8th grade students
- New 13 station Life Fitness workout programs for our Physical Education classes
- Outstanding athletic facilities
- Newly remodeled cafeteria and snack bar
- Physical Education Facilities: weight-cardio room and dance studio
Parent Involvement
- Very active Parent Teacher Club that works to support Slater in many different ways
- Annual Pasta Feed and Silent Auction that raises money to support students and learning
- Organizes volunteers for student, athletic and club events throughout the year
Curriculum and Programs
- Strong academic program preparing students for International Baccalaureate program at Montgomery High School. Slater is now in the process of implementing the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program, and is considered a candidate school for International Baccalaureate Middle Years program
- Accelerated Reader Program with quarterly rewards for students exceeding their goals
- Spartan Broadcasting System is a closed circuit cable network used for weekly live video broadcasts produced by and starring students
- Outstanding Elective Program w/ Fine Arts Program, Art, Drama, Band, Chorus, Spanish, Mandarin, Foods, Crafts, and Industrial Technology Class (shop)
- Intramurals Program w/ football, basketball, bowling, badminton, and soccer
- Rallies and Spartan Family Fun Night
- Renaissance Program which recognizes students for academic achievement
- Safe School Ambassadors Program to support our safe learning environment
- Twelve on campus clubs that include Guitar, Latino, Art, Community Service, Earth, Munch, Dance, Renaissance, Golf, Chess, Christian, History, and Movie
- Strong Leadership Program doing community service and school service
- Outstanding Gate Program which includes Photoshop, Candy making, Recycled Art, and Music classes