Castille Elementary School

Castille Elementary School
24042 Via La Coruna
Mission Viejo, CA 92691

Phone: 949-234-5976
Fax: 949-586-6739
Call in sick number: 949-234-5985

Click here check your child's lunch account balance. Don't forget that the new price for lunches this year is $2.25.

School hours

Grades 1-5:
7:45 am - 2:05 pm (M, Tu, Th, Fr), 7:45am - 12:50pm (Wed)

Kindergarten
Early Bird: 7:45 to 11:50 a.m. (M, Tu, Th, Fr), 7:45 to 11:20 a.m.
Late Owl: 9:30 a.m. to 1:35 p.m. (M, Tu, Th, Fr), 9:15 a.m. to 12:50 p.m. (Wed)

Back to School Night and Open House
7:45 am to 11:50 am

Parent Conferences
7:45 am to 12:15 pm

Office hours - 7:30 am - 3:30 pm

Castille Elementary School offers many exciting learning experiences for children. Through the combined efforts of an innovative staff, involved parents and broad-based community support, the school's goals are achieved. In 2006 Castille was awarded the California Distinguished School designation.

As one of 52 schools in the Capistrano Unified School District , Castille currently enrolls 692 students in a typically middle class community. The school's student population is diverse in its income level as well as in its ethnicity. The three major ethnic groups are White, 79%, Hispanic, 9%; Asian, 8%. Numerous cultures, including 16 different languages, are represented in the school. Student's cross-cultural friendships demonstrate that they regard each other as children with similarities more than differences.

Instruction at Castille focuses on an integrated curriculum and teamwork. Within each grade level, teaching responsibilities are shared to capitalize on the unique talents and expertise of staff members. Teachers meet regularly in articulation teams to plan activities to meet CUSD's Capistrano Objectives for Reaching Excellence (CORE). The principal, 36 teachers, 33 support staff members and parents work closely together in goal setting and decision making. All levels of learning are addressed by modifications, interventions, and/or depth and complexity. During the last four years, Castille's API has grown 50 points, but more importantly, when measured against similar schools, scored as high as possible (10). Also, during the 2008-2009 school year Castille made adequate yearly progress (AYP) in all areas and subgroups.

Technology is incorporated into all facets of the instructional program with every staff member. Technology is integrated across the curriculum to offer flexibility and practical use for young children. Internet access, computer networking, multi-media programs, and regular visits to the Media Center are strong components of Castille's technology plan. A Technology Assistant Specialist works on campus to provide support to students and teachers in the daily use of technology.

Character development and the enhancement of social skills are inherent in maintaining the school's positive climate. The Coyote with Character program (tied closely to the City of Mission Viejo 's character program) serves as the backdrop for building sound character in students and guide them to make good choices.

Parent and community involvement is a major part of the Castille environment. Students, staff and parents take an active role in Mission Viejo community events. All families are asked to participate in their child's education. A variety of jobs are available for parents who are unable to help directly in the classroom. The PTA at Castille offers invaluable assistance at all levels and in innumerable activities for the children. A child's educational experience at Castille is truly meant to be a family affair!