Why attendance matters
Think skipping a day of school is no big deal? Think again. Principal Nancy Bloom explains why it's crucial, both for academic excellence and for school support, for kids to be in their seats each day. Read more.

Artwork alert:
Is there a budding Monet at Montclair?
Some of the masterpieces featured in our recent Art Show are currently on display in Montclair Village. View our our children's creations in the windows on LaSalle Ave.

Montclair Elementary School has been named a California Business for Education Excellence Honor Roll School for 2009. You can find more information about the program at http://www.cbeefoundation.org.

Get the latest news
Check out the November/December edition of the Montclair Mirror. Peruse the impressive Metrathon sponsor list, read about our kids' philanthropic endeavors, and see how the school celebrated U.N. day.

THANKS FOR A GREAT METRATHON!!! Check the Metrathon page for photos and updates. Missed your chance to sign up for one of our great Bid Board events? You can still find available events here.

2009 API Report for Montclair Elementary School can be found here!!!

A Note from Our Principal :

Welcome to Montclair Elementary School for the 2009-2010 School Year! It is truly one of the shining stars in the Oakland Unified School District. The faculty, staff and I are looking forward to providing a stimulating, challenging and enriching academic year for our students.

I encourage you to be an active participant in your student’s education. Actively supervise and review homework. Read to and with your child. Get to know your child’s teacher and classmates. Volunteer, volunteer, volunteer! (Click on the Community link at left to see the numerous ways you can get involved.)

I look forward to another fabulous year as Principal of Montclair Elementary School. Please do not hesitate to speak with me if I can be of any assistance.

-- Nancy Bloom, Principal [email]