The original town of Willow Glen was founded in 1927 and annexed by San Jose in 1936, as were many other any adjacent areas that have developed since then. One of the many historical and unique districts within San Jose, Willow Glen is located south and slightly west of downtown. The traditional boundaries of Willow Glen are the Guadalupe River, Los Gatos Creek, and Coe and Curtner Avenues, though many adjacent areas are usually included today.
Downtown Willow Glen is on Lincoln Avenue, generally between Coe and Minnesota Avenues, and is well maintained due to the efforts of the Willow Glen Neighborhood Association (WGNA). The WGNA is a grassroots community organization similar to many other neighborhood organizations which is dedicated to the enhancement and preservation of the neighborhood, focusing on issues such as land use, planning, traffic, safety, open space, parks and recreation within the city. The organization recently played a part in the restoration of Los Gatos Creek, which has increased the value and beauty of the city, while providing a beautiful trail on which to bike, run, or walk.
One of the benefits of living in Willow Glen is the easy access to transportation. The Bay Area Rapid Transit has a station in the city that is within walking distance for many and is near a large child-care center. Residents also have access to a Caltrain station and park and ride lots. Highways 17 and 280 are close by, with downtown San Jose easily accessible by side streets.
Willow Glen schools are among some of the best in the nation. As part of a unique program designed to prepare students for college, the district allows students to choose their middle and high schools. At the elementary level, children are generally assigned to their neighborhood school, although the district also has three magnet elementary schools that can be chosen. After elementary school, however, students and parents decide where their children will attend school next. District schools hold tours to allow families to learn more about them and get their questions answered. Their goal is to help each child to find the campus that meets his or her special needs and desires.
Willow Glen is a city that has managed to retain its small town charm while still giving residents access to all the amenities of a major metropolitan area.
Downtown Willow Glen is on Lincoln Avenue, generally between Coe and Minnesota Avenues, and is well maintained due to the efforts of the Willow Glen Neighborhood Association (WGNA). The WGNA is a grassroots community organization similar to many other neighborhood organizations which is dedicated to the enhancement and preservation of the neighborhood, focusing on issues such as land use, planning, traffic, safety, open space, parks and recreation within the city. The organization recently played a part in the restoration of Los Gatos Creek, which has increased the value and beauty of the city, while providing a beautiful trail on which to bike, run, or walk.
One of the benefits of living in Willow Glen is the easy access to transportation. The Bay Area Rapid Transit has a station in the city that is within walking distance for many and is near a large child-care center. Residents also have access to a Caltrain station and park and ride lots. Highways 17 and 280 are close by, with downtown San Jose easily accessible by side streets.
Willow Glen schools are among some of the best in the nation. As part of a unique program designed to prepare students for college, the district allows students to choose their middle and high schools. At the elementary level, children are generally assigned to their neighborhood school, although the district also has three magnet elementary schools that can be chosen. After elementary school, however, students and parents decide where their children will attend school next. District schools hold tours to allow families to learn more about them and get their questions answered. Their goal is to help each child to find the campus that meets his or her special needs and desires.
Willow Glen is a city that has managed to retain its small town charm while still giving residents access to all the amenities of a major metropolitan area.
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