Principal's Message

Fall 2024

Dear Montevideo Families,

My name is Lisa Palomino and it is my pleasure to be the incoming principal of Montevideo Elementary School. This is my 27th year in education and my tenth year as a principal. I am excited to join the Saddleback Unified School District and eager to get to know each and every one of you. I value working together and creating a positive, nurturing, and inspiring environment where our students will thrive as learners. Our dedicated staff is committed to providing high quality instruction and in a supportive environment where every child will excel. 

This year, we have exciting plans and initiatives designed to enrich our students' learning experiences. We will focus on fostering a love for learning, encouraging creativity and supporting the social and emotional well-being of our students. Montevideo Elementary emphasizes our ROCK character traits: Responsibility, Optimism, Courageousness, and Kindness. Our Mountaineer scholars, staff, and parents strive to build a community of collaboration. Our goal is to ensure that each child feels they are an important member of our school family and motivated to reach their full potential. As the principal, I encourage open communication and look forward to collaborating with parents, staff, and community members. Your involvement and feedback are crucial as we strive to make Montevideo the best it can be.

Please mark your calendars for our upcoming events: 

*August 13,  Kindergarten Student/Family "Meet and Greet" 4:00-4:30 PM @ Kindergarten classrooms

*August 13,  Kindergarten-Sixth grade "Welcome Back-to-School" popsicle party, 4:30 PM, sponsored by our PTA 

*September 4,  Back-to-School Night from 5:00-6:30 PM where you can meet our staff and learn more about this year's activities and curriculum.

 

Once again, welcome back and let’s make this an exceptional year together!

Warm regards,

Lisa Palomino

Principal, Montevideo Elementary

            

Calling All Family Volunteers, We Need You!

Dear Montevideo School Family,

We are so excited to be welcoming our parents back on campus as volunteers. Please see the steps below in order to join us as we serve our students.

Steps To Volunteering – Must be done annually

  1. Complete the Volunteer Form 1 packet.
  2. Bring in a copy of a valid picture ID (office can make a copy if needed)

Once you have been cleared, you are ready to volunteer!

  • All Volunteers/Visitors must check-in at the front office.
  • Your ID will be run through the Raptor System and you will be provided a sticker ID that must be worn at all times on campus.
  • Visitors/Volunteers without a Raptor ID sticker will be redirected to the front office by a school staff member

We are looking forward to being partners with you!

 

Kind regards,

Ms. Lisa Palomino,

Montevideo Principal