The mission of South Whittier School District is to prepare every student for success in high school and beyond by focusing on the core academic subjects in an effective and integrated curriculum.

We believe:

All students can learn.

Students learn best when they are engaged in challenging and appropriate learning focused on the core academic subjects of language arts, mathematics, science and social studies integrated with physical education and the fine arts.

Quality teachers are the single greatest predictor of student success.

The diversity and uniqueness of each student should be respected.

Students learn best when families value education, and teach their children to accept increasing responsibility for their own learning.

Quality education improves the quality of life for students, their families, and the community now and in the future.



With highly trained, dedicated teachers as well as committed parents and support personnel, Carmela is a great place to learn. Working together for the benefit of all students, Carmela offers a caring, compassionate school climate, one in which all students are nurtured and guided toward the goal of reaching their maximum potential. In Carmela's safe environment, our students willingly take risks to accept new learning challenges and embark on the journey of becoming life-long learners, responsible decision makers and productive citizens. Having forged a strong school-community bond, Carmela combines high expectations with the perfect amount of support needed for students to reach their goals. Through a history of teamwork and dedication, Carmela's faculty and staff have learned the recipe for success!

Roger Salinas
Principal, Carmela Elementary





South Whittier School District Care Force
Every other Wednesday of the month from 8:00am-2:30pm at Carmela School. Close for lunch break from 12:00pm-1:00pm.* Cada primer y tercer Miércoles del mes de las 8:00am-2:30pm en la escuela Primaria Carmela. Cerrado durante la hora del almuerzo 12:00pm-1:00pm.
Uniform policy
Please remember Carmela Elementary School has a uniform policy. All students are to be dressed in the appropriate school attire, ready to learn.
Thank you,
Mr. Salinas, Principal
Póliza del uniforme escolar
Por favor recuerden la póliza del uniforme de la escuela primaria Carmela. Los estudiantes deben de estar vestidos apropiadamente y listos para aprender.
Gracias,
Sr. Salinas, Director
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