First and only full-day Russian-English school in California
WELCOME TO
ROSSINCA ACADEMY
LANGUAGE IMMERSION K–5 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM (Extended Care to 6:00 PM)
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ABOUT
BILINGUAL MINDS IN BLOOM
ROSSINCA Academy builds on the legacy of ROSSINCA Heritage School, nurturing confident, high-achieving bilingual students through a unique, academically rigorous approach.
15+ years of academic excellence
Strong academics + creative enrichment
Russian & Spanish immersion
Caring, experienced teachers
Small groups, big impact
CURRICULUM
UNLOCKING BILINGUAL POTENTIAL
Ages 2–15
K
KINDERGARTEN
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Ages 7-8
2
2nd GRADE
Ages 9–10
4
4th GRADE
Ages 6-7
1
1st GRADE
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Ages 8-9
3
3rd GRADE
Ages 11–12
5
5th GRADE
A DAY AT ROSSINCA
SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE
Time | Activity |
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8:40 - 9:10 AM | Arrivals and Morning Work / Activities |
9:10 – 9:40 AM | Circle Time or Fitness & Movement |
9:40 – 9:50 AM | Short Break |
9:50 – 10:40 AM | English Language Arts |
10:40 - 11:00 AM | Snack Time / Recess |
11:00 – 11:50 AM | Math or Social Studies |
11:50 – 12:35 PM | Enrichment Class |
12:35 – 12:45 PM | Short Break |
12:45 – 1:35 PM | Science or Reading Club |
1:35 – 2:00 PM | Lunch and Free Play |
After 2 PM | After-school care available |
TESTING & ASSESSMENTS
MEASURING PROFICIENCY IN RUSSIAN AND ENGLISH
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HOW IS ENGLISH TESTED AT ROSSINCA?At Rossinca we use: California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) includes i-Ready (reading, math), Smarter Balanced. ELPAC assesses English proficiency (listening, speaking, reading, writing). Photo from i-Ready Testing in 2025
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HOW IS RUSSIAN TESTED AT ROSSINCA?Students have several opportunities to demonstrate their Russian skills: Total Dictation (Тотальный диктант): An annual public event testing spelling and grammar with a professionally dictated passage. Open to all ages. Pushkin Institute Assessments: Formal exams aligned with Council of Europe standards, available for children and adults.
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IS MATH COMPETITION AVAILABLE?Yes, students may participate in Math Kangaroo, an international mathematics competition for children of all ages. We also offer Olympic Math classes as an enrichment option in our after-school program. Photo from Math Kangaroo 2025
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HOW IS STUDENT PROGRESS MEASURED?We use a combination of: Classroom observations and teacher feedback Quizzes, writing samples, and project-based learning Ongoing formative assessments to support academic growth
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DO PARENTS RECEIVE PROGRESS UPDATES?Yes. We hold Parent-Teacher Conferences twice a year to review academic progress, share assessment results, and set learning goals together.
95%
Of students meet language proficiency standards
15%
Annual growth in math and reading scores
99%
Participation in parent-teacher conferences
FIELD TRIPS
LEARNING BEYOND THE WALLS
5
field trips per year
At our Rossinca Academy Elementary School, field trips are an essential part of our learning experience.
DESTINATIONS INCLUDE:
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Museums
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Science centers
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Local farms
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Historical landmarks
HOT LUNCH PROGRAM
FRESH AND DAILY
5
days a week
Rossinca Academy partners with Rusivada to offer an optional hot lunch program for students.
HOT LUNCH FEATURES:
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The weekly rotating menu
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Meals are freshly prepared
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Delivery directly to Rossinca
ADMISSIONS PROCESS
FOR ROSSINCA ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
STEP 3
STUDENT EVALUATION
Kindergarten through Fifth Grade candidates will spend a day in their current grade classroom and be evaluated by the teacher.
STEP 4
RECEIVE ADMISSION CONFIRMATION
After a successful evaluation, you will receive a formal letter of acceptance along with registration papers and additional information.
STEP 5
REVIEW MEETING
You will meet with the administration to go over the evaluation results, school policies, payment plans, and rules.
