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Merryhill School

Merryhill School Kindergarten - 5th Grade in San Jose, CA

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Leadership & Faculty

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Dedicated Leaders & Expert Teachers

At our school, everyone works together to make sure students and families feel happy and supported. Our leaders, staff, and teachers are all here to help. Our teachers love sharing what they know, whether it’s about reading, music, or outer space! They make learning fun and exciting, helping students explore new things and find what they love. Together, we create a special place where students can grow and learn every day.

From the Principal

Lucia Palmer

Dear Parent,

Thank you for your interest in Merryhill Elementary School in San Jose. I want to take this opportunity to share with you some key information about our school.

Since 1994, we have provided a high quality private school education for children in kindergarten through 5th grade. Our parents love our warm and enthusiastic teachers, our understanding of the needs of each child, and our rigorous, standards-based curriculum.

Rich content is the foundation of our curriculum. However, we know that our students need more than academic knowledge to achieve success. Field trips are one way we help our students make real life connections to lessons learned in the classroom. Places we have visited include the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Youth Science Institute and San Juan Bautista.

Learning and enrichment continues before and after school. Our extended day program runs from 3:30 to 6:00 pm. It includes activities such as art club, homework help, chess, and more. We know that life can be hectic. We are here to accommodate your busy schedule.

Please feel free to contact me to schedule a private tour. I look forward to meeting with you, learning about your child’s educational needs, and discussing how we can work together to meet them.

Sincerely,
Lucia Palmer
Principal

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Andrea Mendoza
Andrea Mendoza
Camp and After School Director
Andrea Mendoza
Camp and After School Director
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Keith Cowans
Keith Cowans
Music
Keith Cowans
Music
Sanjana Kamath
Sanjana Kamath
Technology
Sanjana Kamath
Technology
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Cindy Krause
Cindy Krause
Art & Library
Cindy Krause
Art & Library
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Brendan Lopez
Brendan Lopez
Physical Education
Brendan Lopez
Physical Education
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Charu Malik
Charu Malik
1st Grade
Charu Malik
1st Grade
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Aaron Nakazawa
Aaron Nakazawa
5th Grade
Aaron Nakazawa
5th Grade
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Bailey Oliver
Bailey Oliver
3rd Grade
Bailey Oliver
3rd Grade
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Lucia Palmer
Lucia Palmer
Principal
Lucia Palmer
Principal
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Saramma Philip
Saramma Philip
Assistant Principal
Saramma Philip
Assistant Principal
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Ghada Shehata
Ghada Shehata
Kindergarten
Ghada Shehata
Kindergarten
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Uma Shenbagam
Uma Shenbagam
2nd Grade
Uma Shenbagam
2nd Grade
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Alicia Smith
Alicia Smith
3rd Grade
Alicia Smith
3rd Grade
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Darriane Soliven
Darriane Soliven
1st Grade
Darriane Soliven
1st Grade
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Araceli Villalvazo
Araceli Villalvazo
Spanish
Araceli Villalvazo
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Amanda Vlamis
Amanda Vlamis
Kindergarten
Amanda Vlamis
Kindergarten
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Merryhill School
750 N Capitol Ave | San Jose, CA 95133 | (408) 831-6741
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