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3223 S. Giano Ave.
West Covina, CA 91792
(626) 965-2461
(626) 854-2212 (fax)
Principal: Helen Benavides
Welcome to Giano Intermediate School!
There is great excitement in Gladiator Country! We are proud to have been recognized as a "California Distinguished School” and a National AVID (Advancement via Individual Determination) Demonstration Site. Students are learning at Giano. Dedicated staff walks the hallways and as the new principal, I consider myself extremely fortunate to be part of this educational leadership team that focuses on student achievement and success. The spirit here is contagious and I am thrilled to be part of it!
The administration and staff look forward to working in partnership with parents, students and the community. We will work hard to continue and build upon the tradition and spirit of Giano Intermediate School. All of us at Giano want to make this a successful year for your child. We are so fortunate to have the strong support of our school by our active PTA and our families. We know that it takes school, families, and community working together to provide the best possible education for your children.
Giano Intermediate School is dedicated to a student-centered program of academic excellence. The students, staff, and community are working together in a partnership to develop and support capable, responsible, and productive members of society.
We are proud that: - 2007 California Distinguished School!
- On the state Academic Performance Index (API), Giano has been ranked a "10" (the highest ranking possible) for the past 7 years compared with other schools with similar characteristics.
- The Giano Counseling Program has received the highest award "Best in the West" for outstanding guidance services for students. The award signifies that Giano's counseling program exceeds national counseling standards for three consecutive years.
- A state-of-the-art technology lab with 40 computers, leading-edge computer workstations in every classroom and full Internet connectivity for all staff and students provide students with increased educational opportunities.
- Eighty-one 8th grade students were honored with national Presidential Education Awards. These students maintained a grade point average of 3.0-4.0 for two years and achieved high scores on the California State Standardized Testing Program.
- Our marching band and drill team received several first and second place awards in numerous competitions throughout Southern California.
- Numerous Giano students received recognition for their strong achievement on a variety of academic competitions, such as, the Academic Pentathlon.
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