Bloom Elementary School at a Glance
Bloom Elementary embraces the importance of literacy and biliteracy. We want our students to be successful in tomorrow’s job market. Bilingual skills are highly valued in the workplace, and the key to being bilingual is starting early. Bloom now offers Spanish Immersion classes in kindergarten through 5th grade.
Bloom Elementary has a strong focus on reading and writing through all subjects. The school uses the Daily 5 reading approach, which helps children develop reading stamina. The program allows for small-group instruction and individualized instruction.
Bloom Elementary has a strong focus on reading and writing through all subjects. The school uses the Daily 5 reading approach, which helps children develop reading stamina. The program allows for small-group instruction and individualized instruction.
Lucinda Brunenkant
Ms. Brunenkant is a Tucson native and a TUSD graduate. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education with a Bilingual Endorsement and her Master's Degree in Spanish Linguistics from the UA. A few years later, she earned her Educational Leadership certification from NAU.
Her teaching experience includes Kindergarten through 6th grade at various sites, but one highlight is her teaching experience in Colombia, South America for 2 years. She has also traveled to many countries as a cast member of the international group, Up With People. Her interests include reading, shopping (for shoes), spending time with her family, 1000-piece puzzles, music, and playing the piano.
