August, 2, 2024
Dear Students, Parents, Guardians, Staff, and Community Members,
Welcome to the 2024-2025 school year! I am truly grateful for the opportunity to serve as your Principal. Your unwavering support and partnership have been crucial to our achievements, and they inspire us as we continue this shared journey together.
Last year, we demonstrated our collective dedication, witnessing impressive academic growth, particularly in our iReady assessments. This progress reflects the hard work of our students and teachers alike. Our field trips and hands-on learning experiences have enriched our students’ education, enabling them to explore and grow beyond traditional academic boundaries.
The commitment to teacher excellence has been vital to our success. We are dedicated to providing our educators with the support and resources they need to cultivate a dynamic and nurturing learning environment. This focus on professional development and a positive atmosphere is essential for our students’ achievements and overall well-being.
I want to express my heartfelt appreciation for our engaged parent community. Your involvement in enhancing our school facilities and resources last year has made a significant impact, and we are excited about the continuous improvements ahead. Your contributions and enthusiasm are invaluable, and they play a pivotal role in our school's ongoing success.
As we embark on this new school year, we will continue to uphold the guiding principles of the Revere Way: respect, responsibility, integrity, kindness, and perseverance. These values are fundamental in creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where every student feels valued and connected.
I am eager to see each of you in the upcoming weeks and look forward to collaborating with you to foster a welcoming learning community that respects a variety of perspectives and ideas. Please stay connected, as together we can achieve incredible things. If you ever need to reach me, my contact information is [email protected] or through the Main Office at (310) 917-4800.
Thank you once again for the honor of being your Principal. I am excited for another year filled with growth, achievement, and collaboration. Together, we will ensure that every student has the opportunity to thrive.
Warm regards,
Dr. Shuntell Anthony
Principal Paul Revere Charter Middle School and Magnet Center
June 1, 2024

Dear Revere Families,
As we near the end of the school year, I wanted to share some important updates and reminders with you.
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Parent Survey by PRIDE: We value your feedback! Kindly complete the
survey to help us understand your preferences for the upcoming school year.
● iPad Collection for 6th and 7th Graders: On Monday, June 3rd, please ensure your child brings their iPad to school for collection during Science class.
● Talent Show Hosted by Leadership: Students will be able to enjoy a student talent show on June 3rd organized by the leadership club.
● Textbook Collection: We will collect textbooks for 6th and 7th grades on June 4th and June 5th, starting with 7th grade, students should bring their textbooks to school for collection.
● Locker Clean Out: On Wednesday, June 5th, students are requested to clear out their lockers. Any items left will be discarded after this date. Clothing left in lockers will be taken to the lost and found. If your child is not able to participate, please make arrangements to clear out the locker early.
● Combination Rehearsals & Picnic: Culminating Eighth graders will participate in combination rehearsals and a picnic on Thursday, June 6th .
● Minimum Day on Friday, June 7th: School will dismiss at 12:43 PM. 8th grade Culmination will begin at 2:00 pm at Palisades High School.
Please remember that students are expected to attend through the last day of school, which is Tuesday, June 11th. Thank you for your attention to these matters as we conclude the school year together.
May 25, 2024

As the school year comes to a close, we kindly remind all parents to regularly check their emails and Schoology accounts for important updates. Our
school calendar is a valuable resource for all families to stay informed.
On Tuesday, May 28th, 8th-grade students are requested to return their iPads and textbooks. Please ensure that backpacks are packed accordingly over the weekend.
There are exciting field trips planned for the last week of May. Eighth-grade Magnet students are scheduled to visit Dodgers Stadium on Friday, May 31st. Please check our
website for more information.
A fire drill will take place on Wednesday, May 29th during Period 2, commencing at around 10:10 am. To ensure the safety of everyone, the campus will be closed ten minutes prior to the drill. Kindly note that students will not be allowed to leave early during this time. Your cooperation and understanding are greatly appreciated as we prioritize the security of our students and staff.
Make-up iReady testing will continue for our students, with initial results showing positive progress across all grade levels. We appreciate your support in encouraging students to perform their best on assessments. Feedback from students indicates they felt prepared, albeit challenged, during the iReady assessment. This reflects the high-quality instruction provided by our dedicated teachers. End-of-year scores will be sent home with students once testing has concluded. For any questions, please contact Mr. Evans at
[email protected].
In observance of Memorial Day, there will be no school on Monday, May 27th. Lastly, we emphasize the importance of practicing safe and respectful behavior within our school community. This includes refraining from blocking driveways, moving trash cans, and following all traffic rules. Your cooperation during drop-off and pick-up times is sincerely appreciated.
I wish everyone a relaxing three-day weekend and look forward to welcoming everyone back on Tuesday.
May 18, 2024

This past week was filled with incredible performances during our Spring Concerts where our Choir, Orchestra and Band marveled guests in the auditorium with songs and music . Additionally, our 8th grade students were able to visit Jurassic Park, see the Transformers and go inside the World of Harry Potter at their graduation trip to Universal Studios on Friday. Finally, incoming students participated in our annual Ready-Set-Revere this past Saturday where parents were treated to an informational presentation on Revere life for students and students participated in a scavenger hunt around campus. So there was a little learning mixed with a little fun adding up to a great experience. I would like to thank Ms. Mabashov, PRIDE and all of our Revere staff who came together to make this event both memorable and meaningful for our new families.
Revere and Palisades will perform together next week in our auditorium. On Monday, May 20th from 7pm-9pm there is the Choral Concert. On Tuesday, May 21st there will be a combined band concert from 7pm-9pm.
Important Update: Schedule Change
i-Ready assessments begin Monday, May 20th. The schedule is as follows:
- Math-Monday, May, 20th and Tuesday, May 21st during Homeroom
- ELA-Wednesday, May 22nd and Thursday, May 23rd during Homeroom
As stated in my previous blog, our students have shown commendable growth in both ELA and Math. Let’s continue with the same trajectory for our end of year assessment. Parents, please remind your students to do their best. This will provide both schools and families with most accurate data on student achievement. For more information on iReady, feel free to refer to the family guide available at
https://i-readycentral.com/pdfs/family-guide/.
We continue to raise awareness for Mental Health Awareness Month with various activities during homeroom and lunch. Students have participated in meditation, yoga, and art projects. Next week, students have an opportunity to create friendship bracelets during lunch in X13. Details for each week's activities can be accessed through the
Mental Health Awareness link.
Save the date for our 8th grade Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, May 22nd from 1:30-3:00pm in the Auditorium. For more information, please reach out to Mr. Shibata at
[email protected]. Additionally, our English Language Advisory Committee (ELAC) meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 22nd from 1:30-2:30 in room X2. If you need more information, please contact Ms. San Juan, EL Coordinator at
[email protected].
Finally, on Sunday, May 19th we will host our CAP field trip to Top Golf in El Segundo. Our students will get to engage in an activity which reviews how science and golf technology are interconnected. In addition, they will also get to participate in a golfing activity.
Lastly, let's all practice safe and respectful behaviors in our school community by refraining from blocking driveways and moving trash cans. In addition, following all traffic rules. Please do not drive on the wrong side of the street, walk into traffic or park in non-parking zones. Your cooperation during drop-off and pick-up times is greatly appreciated.
I wish everyone a very restful weekend and I look forward to welcoming everybody back on Monday.
May 11, 2024

Dear Paul Revere Families,
What a great time we had this week with all of the activities. We ended the week with two major events - the 20th Annual Literary Anthology and Festival, where many families joined in for the delicious food, fun book fair, and student presentations. Your support truly highlights the importance of our literary anthology to the Paul Revere community. Additionally, our 8th-grade students dazzled at our first dance, showcasing their moves to the latest music. These events were a massive success thanks to the PRIDE, parents, and staff who dedicated countless hours to create unforgettable experiences for our students.
As we move forward, students will begin their end-of-year i-Ready diagnostic assessments in math starting this upcoming week, and in ELA the following week. Based on our mid-year assessment, Revere students have shown commendable growth in both ELA and Math. For more information, feel free to refer to the family guide available at
https://i-readycentral.com/pdfs/family-guide/.
Mark your calendars for our upcoming Spring Concerts hosted by Mr. Samuel and Mr. Kato. The Choir will perform on Tuesday, May 14th, the Orchestra on Wednesday, May 15th, and the Band on Thursday, May 16th - all starting at 6pm in the auditorium. Witness the incredible talents of our students and instructors!
Let's not forget about the opportunities for student engagement with Ms. Riley's activities, including meditation, yoga, and art projects. Details for each week's activities can be accessed through the
Mental Health Awareness link.
May is a special month as we celebrate Jewish Heritage and Asian and Pacific Islander month. Join Ms. Rivas in exciting activities like Kahoot, social mixers, and cultural arts projects to commemorate these heritages. For more details on how to participate, please contact Ms. Rivas at
[email protected].
Parents of students eligible for the Extended School Year Program, please review the
ESY flier for details. The program runs from June 20th to July 19th, from 8:30am to 12:50pm. Reach out to Ms. Honda at
[email protected] for further information.
Lastly, let's be mindful of our neighbors by refraining from blocking driveways and moving trash cans. Your cooperation during drop-off and pick-up times is greatly appreciated.
On the occasion of Mother's Day, I extend warm wishes to all the mothers. May your day be filled with joy, relaxation, and cherished moments with family. Have a safe and delightful weekend! I eagerly anticipate seeing everyone on Monday.
May 4, 2024

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and Revere’s own Ms. Riley, along with other staff members, will host multiple activities for our students including meditation, yoga, and art projects. Please take a look at each week’s activities at
Mental Health Awareness. All students are welcome to participate.
Yes, it’s almost here! It’s the
20th Annual Literary Anthology & Festival! Come out on Thursday, May 9th for one of the best experiences this year! We will host a Book Fair in the library. There will be complimentary food carts hosted by PRIDE and the grand finale will be the 20th annual Young Authors Evening in the Quad. Don’t miss this amazing event!
Our Book Fair will be held next week in the Library. Students can come purchase books during lunch. This is a great opportunity for students to purchase some summer reading materials. Please contact Ms. Gualano at
[email protected] for more information.
Last week we held SBAC testing. This upcoming week, we will offer make-up testing. Students who were absent for any part of the test will be allowed to make up those portions. For more information on testing, please reach out to Ms. Mabashov at
[email protected].
On Thursday, our Student Services Office will present our monthly homeroom assembly to all classes through Zoom. Mr. Evans will review our school wide expectations of behavior and consequences. All students will participate.
Finally, on Friday, May 10th Revere will hold the 8th grade dance at 5pm in Town Hall. Only Revere students who are eligible to participate will be allowed in. Please review appropriate dress and behavior guidelines with your child. For more information regarding the dance, please contact
Pride President.
Finally, I want to remind everyone to be respectful of our neighbors. Refrain from blocking driveways and moving trash cans. Please exercise patience during drop off and pick up.
I hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable weekend. I look forward to seeing you all on Monday.
April 26, 2024

How lucky we are to have such wonderful parents who continually provide much needed resources to supplement the learning experiences of our students. This past Thursday, Revere held a “Grand Opening '' of our WorldRide library hosted by Ms. Jamee Natella. We had a red ribbon ceremony with our very own Board Member Nick Melvoin and Allison Holdorff. Mr. Iannucci came along to the celebration along with Mr. Koretz, Ms. Gualano, and other parents and staff members. This magical night displayed an interactive library with an immersive experience along with the pilot of the new book “Sam in London” . Our students are sure to have a wonderful reading experience.
On Monday, April 29th, we will begin SBAC testing. There will be a modified bell schedule for this activity. Parents and guardians, please make sure students get plenty of rest prior to the test. Encourage your student(s) to do their best. These scores are a part of their cumulative record and some schools may look at these scores as one piece of evidence when determining class placement. We want to show all of LAUSD how incredible our students and teachers are.
Revere will celebrate mental health awareness starting next week. Ms. Riley and company will host multiple activities for our students and staff throughout the month of May. Please take a look at all of the wonderful activities such as yoga and meditation. All students are welcome to participate. Activities and more information can be found at the following link:
Mental Health Awareness.
It’s the 20th Annual Literary Anthology & Festival! Come out on Thursday, May 9th for one of the best experiences this year! We will host a Book Fair in the library There are complimentary food carts hosted by PRIDE and the grand finale is the 20th Young Authors Evening in the Quad. This is another amazing night of students displaying their talents! You don’t want to miss this!
Finally, there is a Celebration at the Farm May 2nd thru May 5th. To attend, please email Ms. Robertson at
[email protected].
Whew! Well if the month of May isn’t busy then I don’t know what is! I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend.
April 20, 2024

What a wonderful time we had at Open House last week. Many of you participated in the Magnet and Black Student Union socials and engaged with teachers and staff. Student work decorated classrooms and families had the opportunity to grab dinner in our lunch area from the Palisades Garden Cafe.
Next week 8th grade students will take the California Science Test in their Science classes. Please make sure your students get plenty of rest the night before. Also for our 8th grade students, community service hours are due on Friday, April 26th. Parents, if you have questions regarding community service hours, reach out to your student’s PE teacher.
Monday, Ms. Takashima will host an Earth Day Kahoot during lunch. This is sure to be a fun activity for students. Tuesday is Bus Driver Appreciation Day! Many thanks to all the bus drivers who safely transport our students to and from school each day.
There is no school Wednesday, April 24th to honor Armenian Genocide Rememberance Day. School will resume on Thursday.
Our WorldRide library reopening happens on Thursday, April 25th at 6pm. Revere is very fortunate to have parents who contribute to improvement of our facilities and to the experiences of our students.
As a reminder, please drive safely when dropping off and picking up students. Refrain from speeding, blocking driveways, and making turns in front of pedestrians. Furthermore, use the crosswalk to cross the street. Although it may take longer, it is the safest option.
I hope everyone is enjoying this weekend without rain. Take care and I will see everyone bright and early on Monday!
April 13, 2024

Submissions for the 10th Annual Film Festival has been extended! The entries are now due April 19th by 6:00pm. Student entry instructions can be found on our
website. The actual event will be held Friday, May 3rd.
The
Organization for Social Media Safety presentation will be held on Monday, April 15th at 6pm for parents in the auditorium. This presentation will review social media dangers and how to avoid/safely respond to them. The parent presentation is intended for adults only. Students will also receive information on social media safety during PE classes, however the presentation will be in a student friendly format.
8th grade students will have a homeroom assembly to review culmination and other activities on Wednesday, April 17th. This assembly will be hosted by our counseling office.
Drop-cover-hold! Our emergency drill will also be held on Wednesday, April 17th during period 6. Please note, when we hold our emergency drills, campus will close and reopen when the drill ends. You can never be too prepared!
Open House is Thursday, April 18th from 5:30pm-7:30pm. Come see your student’s classrooms, teachers, and classwork. No need to stop to get something to eat, parents/guardians are able to purchase food from the
Palisades Garden Cafe in the covered cafeteria area. The Magnet Family Social will be held in Town Hall starting at 5:00pm. Don’t forget that all PE classes will meet in the gymnasium and the Counseling Office is open for questions. Visit our website for more information.
Don’t forget, Friday, April 19th is a minimum day. School will end at 12:43pm. Parents/guardians please make plans to pick up your students.
Thanks again for your time and participation! I look forward to seeing everyone on Monday. Have a restful weekend.
April 6, 2024

Hello everyone! The month of April holds multiple activities for our Revere students, staff, and parents. This week, we held a homeroom assembly to review important expectations of behavior. There was Coffee With the Principal to review our Every School’s Safe presentation titled, “I am Alert Online”. Resources from the presentation can be found
here. Students will receive a similar version of the presentation next week.
We also held our first Spring musical presentation on Friday night. Singin’ In The Rain was a huge success! If you missed it, do not worry. There are still more presentations available. The upcoming dates for the musical are:
● Saturday, April 6th @ 1:00 pm and 5:30pm
● Sunday, April 7th @ 2:00pm
● Thursday, April 11th @ 4:30pm
● Friday, April 12th @ 7:00pm
● Saturday, April 13h @ 12:00 pm and 4:30pm
Revere Night is almost here! Our incoming and prospective families are invited to attend this event on Monday, April 8th at 6:00pm in the Auditorium. Families new to Revere, will have the opportunity to hear from teachers and students about the programs and experiences that set Paul Revere apart from all other middle schools!
The Solar Eclipse is an exciting phenomenon taking place on Monday, April 8th. We anticipate this will occur during our period 3 classes. Many teachers have planned to stream the eclipse. There are others who may allow students to watch the eclipse with
approved solar viewers. Students who do not have solar views will be able to watch a video stream of the eclipse in class.
Submissions for the 10th Annual Film Festival are due April 12th by 6:00pm. Student entry instructions can be found on our
website. The actual event will be held Friday, May 3rd.
PRIDE will host a parent workshop on campus on Monday, April 15th at 6pm. This workshop will include a presentation by
The Organization for Social Media Safety. They will review social media dangers and how to avoid/safely respond to them. This presentation is intended for adults only. Students will also receive information on social media safety during PE classes, however the presentation will be in a student friendly format.
Finally, please save the date for our
Open House on Thursday, April 18th from 5:30pm-7:30pm. This is an opportunity for you to come see your student’s classrooms, teachers, and classwork. Parents/Guardians are able to purchase food from the
Palisades Garden Cafe in the covered cafeteria area. Also there is a Magnet Family Social in Town Hall starting at 5:00pm. Don’t forget that all PE classes will meet in the gymnasium and the Counseling Office is open for questions. Please visit our
website for more information.
Whew! That was a lot of stuff! And there is more to come. Thank you Paul Revere families for your time and participation in our programs. Have a wonderful weekend.
March 23, 2024

Welcome to Spring Break 2024! I hope everyone gets the opportunity to rest, relax, and have some fun. This week was full of activities. We held our year book sales, Pennies for Patients charity drive, and much more. Notably, Ms. Inglish and her students (Theo Mihalev, Lucas Kaplan, Doran Emanuel, David Hernandez, Finnegan Roughton) competed in Minecraft Los Angeles Competition through LAUSD’s Instructional Technology Initiative program. They were the only middle school team competing among three high schools. The students took home 1st place in our region. Please see the
Facebook Live page to view their presentation. Go team!
Ten week grades are completed. Parents/guardians, please take time to look at your student’s grades and reach out to teachers if you have any questions or concerns. Upon returning after spring break, we will have our PRIDE/PTSA Board meeting on April 3rd via zoom. I will also host Coffee with the Principal on Friday, April 5th over zoom.
Our Spring Musical will als begin April 5th and there are two performances on Saturday, April 6th at 1pm and 5:30pm. All performances are held in the auditorium. For
tickets and more information, visit our website. We hope to see everyone come out to support our music program. This musical will be based around the movie, Singin in the Rain.
During homeroom on Wednesday, Student Services will host a presentation to review appropriate behavior, school rules, and consequences. Additionally, we have officially partnered with No Place for Hate which will support our counselors and climate advocate in presenting lessons related to cultural diversity, tolerance and acceptance. Finally, Save the Date: Thursday, April 18th from 5:30pm-7:30pm is Open House. Please be on the lookout for more information.
I want to thank you for your continued support. Revere would not be the most awesome middle school in LAUSD without you. Don’t forget, school will resume on Tuesday, April 2nd at 8am. Until then, take care, be safe, and enjoy.
March 16, 2024

Hello Revere Families!
Get your Year Book!! Revere yearbooks are on sale until March 22nd
online only. Don’t forget to get one for your student before they sell out!
Our
Literary Anthology and Festival is coming up. This spectacular event will take place on May 9th from 4pm-7:30pm. We want to make sure everyone has ample time to plan and come see our students present their entries. The students will present in the Quad from 6pm-7:30pm. PRIDE Booster Club will host complimentary food carts and there will be a Book Fair in the Library as well. If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Mello at
[email protected].
URGENT! If you have not done so already, please complete the
School Experience Survey by March 22nd. Your voices are important to our school community.
Our PSW, Renata Pastrana will hold a
Parent Workshop on depression, March 19th from 6pm-7pm on Zoom. All of the information above can be found on our website at
www.paulreverems.com.
8th grade T-Shirt design contest will continue along with the Pennies for Patients drive through our Leadership program. If you have questions, Mr. Bilek can be reached at
[email protected].
As we continue with offering students learning experiences outside of the classroom, our orchestra will have the opportunity to perform at Knotts Berry Farm while others will have the opportunity to visit the Discovery Cube. Thank you, Ms. Gualano for organizing our activities.
We will hold our next fire drill during period 3 on Wednesday, March 20th.. During this time, campus will be closed. We will reopen once the drill is complete.
Friday, March 22nd is a minimum day. School will dismiss at 12:42 pm. Please make transportation arrangements for your students.
Spring Break is coming up. School will be closed from Monday, March 25-Sunday, March 31st. On Monday, April 1st, school will also be closed in observance of Cesar Chavez day. Revere will reopen Tuesday, April 2nd. I know this is an exciting time for families to spend quality time with one another .
As always, I want to reiterate student safety during pick-up and drop-off. Please use the sidewalks and crosswalks. Do not walk your child into traffic to cross the street. Also, do not block the driveways of our neighbors or move their trash cans to park. We need to be respectful and patient.
I thank you for your time and have a wonderful weekend!
March 9, 2024

Hello Revere Families!
I hear we have sunshine to look forward to in the days ahead. We also have many activities to look forward to this upcoming week as well! Let’s begin with the Yearbook sale. Revere yearbooks will go on sale March 11-22 online only.
Be a published author or artist! It’s our Literary Anthology and Festival. Student entries are due Friday, March 15th. If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Mello at
[email protected].
There are still some tickets left for our
Tropicana Auction and Gala. Please come out for a night of fun to support students and staff at Paul Revere. There will be raffles and other fun activities.
LAUSD wants to hear from you. If you have not done so already, please complete the School Experience Survey by March 22nd. Your voices are important to our school community.
Finally, LAUSD will hold a Parent Workshop on Anxiety March 13th from 11am-12pm and our PSW, Renata Pastrana will hold a Parent Workshop on depression March 19th from 6pm-7pm on Zoom. All of the information above can be found on our website at
www.paulreverems.com.
Last week we held a schoolwide homeroom Zoom assembly to discuss and reinforce school rules and expectations around appropriate behavior and language. We will follow up with in person homeroom assemblies next week as well. Additionally, our 8th grade T-Shirt design contest will continue along with the Pennies for Patients drive through our Leadership program.
On Monday, we will have Debbie Allen’s Dance Academy perform for selected classes in the auditorium. And on Thursday, we will hold a Lock Down drill at approximately 9am. Campus will close for the drill and will reopen once the drill has concluded.
As a highlight, I want to congratulate Ms. Inglish and her students for making it to the final rounds of LAUSD’s Computer Science Education: Level up Los Angeles E-Sports competition with Minecraft Education. We wish them the best!
Daylight savings time is here. Please make sure to set your clocks one hour ahead on Sunday morning.
As always, I want to reiterate student safety during pick-up and drop-off. Please use the sidewalks and crosswalks. Do not walk your child into traffic to cross the street. Also, do not block the driveways of our neighbors or move their trash cans to park. We need to be respectful and patient. Also, as a reminder, we do not take forgotten items in the Main Office except for medication and glasses or other similar items.
I thank you for your time and have a wonderful bright and sunny weekend!