Principal's Message

It is my pleasure to welcome you to a new and exciting school year at Joe A. Gonsalves Elementary! I am honored to serve as the Interim Principal following the retirement of Mrs. Melissa Christensen. We are grateful for her years of dedicated leadership in ABC Unified School District, and the positive legacy she leaves behind.

At Gonsalves, we remain committed to our tradition of excellence, leadership, and community. This year, we are excited to continue building on the foundation laid before us with several programs and initiatives that support the academic and personal growth of every student.

Each month, as part of our Core Value Program, we will highlight a specific Leadership Trait such as cooperation, determination, creativity, and leadership. These values guide our school culture and help our students grow into compassionate, confident learners.  We believe this focus supports our vision of fostering a positive and inclusive environment.

We are also proud to highlight our mission and vision statements, which reflect our continued commitment to nurturing well-rounded, lifelong learners prepared to thrive in an ever-changing world.

"Gonsalves...A Legacy of Learning and Leadership!"

Mission Statement

-At Joe A. Gonsalves Elementary, we are committed to excellence in education, developing students with character, and promoting skills for leadership and lifelong learning.

Vision Statement

-At Joe A. Gonsalves Elementary, our vision is to cultivate a community of empowered and compassionate young leaders who are well prepared for their future endeavors. Through a commitment to excellence in education and a focus on core values, we envision our students becoming lifelong learners equipped with the skills, knowledge, and character to thrive in an ever-changing global society.

I look forward to partnering with you to ensure that Gonsalves remains a safe, welcoming, and inspiring place for all of our students to learn and grow. Please feel free to reach out to me at [email protected] with your thoughts, ideas, or questions.

Thank you for being part of our Gonsalves Grizzly family. Together, we’ll grow as leaders, dream big, and make this year truly unforgettable. Here’s to a fantastic year of learning, and the strong community that makes Gonsalves such a special place!

Warm regards,
Mr. David Franklin
Interim Principal
Joe A. Gonsalves Elementary School