Principal Phyllis Matsuno's Philosophy & Goals

Philosophy

• Learning is a joyful experience

• All children can read and want to learn

• All children need a solid foundation - emotional, physical, spiritual and moral - to build their academic and intellectual success

• The most critical years for foundation building are from birth to 2nd grade

• Early intervention for children at risk of failure is critical to ensure success

• Children have different learning styles

• Parent support is essential for student success

• Diversity constitutes strength and should be celebrated

Goals

• A quality education based on world-class standards is the right of every student in a democratic society
   

• To live productively and harmoniously in a multi-cultural world community, every student needs to be a literate, critical thinker, clear communicator, creative problem solver and hold humane, aesthetic, ethical and respectful values

Priority

It is the Sherman School's priority to operate in a way that actively recognizes the central role it plays in the structure of society.  Doing so will undoubtedly improve the students' social character development and encourage them to be model citizens in their community - be it local, national or international.

Principal Matsuno Appreciation Day - May 30, 2006

On May 30th, the Sherman community honored our school principal - Phyllis Matsuno.  On behalf of the entire community, a core group of parents, staff and students gathered Fan Mail, student signatures, a gift basket and a Certificate of Honor signed by Mayor Newsom to show our great appreciation.  At this surprise ceremony, the students read off their Top 10 list of Why Mrs. Matsuno is Great and serenaded her with the help of Sherman student guitar group.  See the pictures of the Principal Matsuno Appreciation Day Ceremony!

Photo - Principal Matsuno enjoys a quiet moment by our new water feature.