1. * House Bill 5, Section 46; Texas Education Code Section 39.0545

2. FINE ARTS PROGRAM rated Recognized The Fine Arts Program at Pullam Elementary consists of the Choir, Honor’s Choir, Estudiantina, Guitar Club, and Ballroom Dancing! Through these extracurricular activities students develop great self esteem, teamwork social skills, and self- confidence. Pullam Elementary

3. Wellness and Physical Education Programs rated Recognized Pullam Elementary promotes a healthy lifestyle for parents and students through Red Ribbon Week activities, participating in district health fairs, and community sponsored runs. Participation in the Breakfast in a Bag program ensured that students had a healthy breakfast. Pullam Elementary

4. Community and Parental Involvement rated Recognized Parents are highly encouraged to be a part of their children’s education at Pullam Elementary. Parental meeting are conducted throughout the year to inform and educate parents on how to help their children succeed academically. Students learn about community and civic duty through their participation in community service projects. Pullam Elementary

5. 21 st Century Workforce Development rated Recognized Pullam students are University bound. Every week a classroom promotes a different university to educate each on the variety of schools and what they have to offer. Furthermore, professionals are invited to talk to students about their career and encourage them to further their education. Pullam Elementary

6. Second Language Acquisition Program rated Exemplary The student population at Pullam Elementary is prevalently Hispanic. Students receive a wide range of supplemental academic supports to promote the development of second language skills. Parents are also encouraged to participate in campus events to learn strategies that will enable them to assist their children academically. Pullam Elementary

7. Digital Learning Environment rated Recognized Each classroom has at least 3 student computers to promote a digital learning environment. Students are encouraged to use a variety of academic websites to enhance the learning experience. Interactive learning is supported through the use of smartboards, projectors, and ELMOs in all classrooms. Pullam Elementaray CLIPART CREDIT: http://aflyontheclassroomwall.com

8. Dropout Prevention Strategies rated Recognized A number of dropout prevention strategies are utilized at Pullam. At-Risk students closely monitored and are offered a wide variety of programs to enhance their academic instruction, including after school and Saturday tutorials. In addition, attendance is monitored daily and small group instruction is part of the instructional day. Pullam Elelmentary IMAGE CREDIT: http://www.catawbaschools.net/departments/ss/Web_Pages/dropout.aspx

9. Gifted and Talented Program rated Recognized At Pullam Elementary teachers are trained to identify and nominate students to the Gifted and Talented Program. Personnel are trained on different methods to service the Gifted and Talented population and numerous extracurricular opportunities are offered for students to partake in. Pullam Elementary IMAGE CREDIT: www1.pgcps.org