Our School
Our School
Cypress Elementary, through its comprehensive, standards-based International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme, empowers students to become confident, socially conscious problem solvers and communicators, prepared to reach toward their aspirations and become productive members of a changing global world.
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International Baccalaureate Program
International Baccalaureate Program
Cypress Elementary is proud to be the first school in Ventura County to offer the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme, using a transdisciplinary, inquiry-based approach that empowers students to take ownership of their learning, deepen conceptual understanding, and develop critical thinking skills across all subject areas.
Students
Students
Cypress Elementary proudly provides comprehensive academic and enrichment opportunities to support all learners' growth and success inside and outside of the classroom.
- Gifted and Talented Education (GATE)
- Indian Education Program
Teachers & Staff
Teachers & Staff
At Cypress Elementary, a dedicated and compassionate team of teachers and staff members creates a nurturing, child-centered environment that supports each student’s unique academic journey while inspiring them to become capable, confident, and socially conscious learners.
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PTA
PTA
The Cypress Elementary PTA enriches the student experience by actively engaging families, supporting the school community, and advocating for every child’s potential.
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Gifted and Talented Education (GATE)

Welcome to GATE

Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) provides qualitatively differentiated learning experiences for students with unique abilities, interests and talents with the expectation that students will be successful learners capable of performing at high levels of ability. Research has shown that specialized instructional strategies, along with opportunities for gifted students to interact with each other on a regular basis, yield higher academic performance, as well as improved social and emotional well-being.

INFORMATIVE READING

20 Helpful Hints for Parents of Gifted Children

Mostly Do's (and a few Don'ts) about Gifted Children

Gifted Children in the Real World

Some General Characteristics & Challenges

Parenting Gifted Children

Gifted Children and Teens

ARTICLES:

Sylvia Rimm on Perfectionism in the Gifted