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  • Pittman Elementary School Pittman Elementary School

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      2934 E. Bennett St.
      Springfield, MO 65804

       

       

      Phone: (417) 523-4700

      Fax:        (417) 523-4795

      Web site: http://sps.k12.mo.us/pittman

       

      Grades Served: pre-Kindergarten-5

       

      Mission Statement: Pittman Elementary School community is committed to excellence in learning.  We show what we know by being the best we can be.

       

      School Profile:

       

      • We are a neighborhood school where students, parents and teachers know each another by name. With an enrollment of about 296 students in pre-K through fifth grade, our school makes students feel safe and supported. 

       

      • Parent involvement and community pride is evident at Pittman. Many families have attended our school for multiple generations.

       

      • Before- and after-school clubs and programs such as YMCA Prime Time, walking club, cup stacking, tae kwon do, scouts, mad science, music and art opportunities provide students with options outside the classroom. 

       

      • Title I federal funding gives additional resources for teachers and students and provides intervention and support programs. Wonder Years preschool program and reading and math support are available to qualifying students.

       

      • Our student-teacher ratio of 21 to 1 enables teachers to provide individual attention and support for each student to ensure they reach their full academic potential.

       

      • Instructional technology is employed in K-5 classrooms. eMINTS is a strong technology program that provides one computer for every two students in fifth-grade classrooms.

       

      • Our Missouri Assessment Program scores are consistently above state and district averages.  We were a Missouri Top 10 School in communication arts in 2002 and 2003 and a district Accomplished School in 2002 and 2005.

       

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  • Pershing Elementary School Pershing Elementary School

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      2120 S. Ventura Ave.
      Springfield, MO 65804

       

       

      Phone: (417) 523-2400

      Fax:        (417) 523-2495

      Web site: http://sps.k12.mo.us/perelem/index.htm

       

      Grades Served: Kindergarten-8

       

      Mission Statement: The mission of Pershing Elementary School is to provide instructional strategies to improve the academic achievement of our students in a caring environment with emphasis on communication arts and mathematics.

       

      School Profile:

       

      • With enrollment of 158 students, Pershing Elementary has a diverse student population – 4 percent are Asian, 5.3 percent are African-American, 1.3 percent are Hispanic and 90.5 percent are white.

       

      • Fifth-grade students can participate in an orchestra program.

       

      • In 2008, 38 percent of our students were eligible for free or reduced price lunches.

       

      • Our staff averages 12.4 years of professional service, and more than 57.6 percent of our professional staff have one or more advanced degrees; 100 percent of classes are taught by highly qualified teachers.

       

      • Pershing Elementary School (K-5) and Pershing Middle School (grades 6-8) are located in the same building.

       

    • 3 months ago
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  • McGregor Elementary School McGregor Elementary School

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      1221 W. Madison St.
      Springfield, MO 65806

       

       

      Phone: (417) 523-5700

      Fax:        (417) 523-5795

      Web site: http://sps.k12.mo.us/mcgregor

       

      Grades Served: pre-Kindergarten-5

       

      Mission Statement: McGregor is dedicated to guiding and educating all children.

       

      School Profile:

       

      • We are a neighborhood school in west-central Springfield where students, parents and teachers know one another by name. With an enrollment of 347 our school makes students feel safe and supported. 

       

      • McGregor has a diverse student population. McGregor has students from around the world representing more than 20 different languages. The school leads the district in offering programs in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).

       

      • Originally built in the early 1900s, McGregor was rebuilt with support of a district bond initiative approved by voters in 2000. The new school opened in 2003. Staff, parents, community members and students are proud of our facility.

       

      • McGregor is a Title I school that offers many resources for students.  We house one of the district's Wonder Years classrooms, a preschool program for 4 year olds. We have a full-time literacy coach, math coach, and three reading specialists who work with students.

       

      • We offer eMINTS in one fourth- and one fifth-grade classroom; eMINTS incorporates technology into instruction. Students pair up on computers for their daily work. Teachers use computers, digital projectors, document cameras and SMART Boards for instruction.

       

      • McGregor partners with the Boys & Girls Club and the Springfield-Greene County Park Board to offer after-school programs for students.

       

      • McGregor implements a positive schoolwide behavioral program called HABIT, which stands for Homework, Attitude, Behavior, Initiative and Traveling. Students are rewarded in each area based on their actions. Students work toward HABIT rewards and strive to do their best.

       

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  • McBride Elementary School McBride Elementary School

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      5005 S. Farm Road 135
      Springfield, MO 65810

       

      Phone: (417) 523-4500

      Fax:        (417) 523-4595

      Web site: http://sps.k12.mo.us/mcbride

       

       

      Grades Served: Kindergarten-4

       

      Mission Statement: The mission of McBride Elementary School is excellence in teaching, learning and developing character.

       

      School Profile:

       

      • McBride is a neighborhood school with an enrollment of about 598.

       

      • McBride is a Continuous Classroom Improvement school.  Our goal is to increase learning through high expectations, active participation and student input.  Teachers and students focus on weekly learning goals using an improvement cycle called PDSA (Plan-Do-Study-Act).  In PDSA, teachers and students discuss how classroom activities are helping students learn.

       

      • McBride has an experienced staff.  All teachers are considered highly qualified by the state, and 63 percent of teachers have completed advanced degrees.

       

      • Six years in a row (2003-2008) McBride met Adequate Yearly Progress on the Missouri Assessment Program test.

       

      • McBride's average attendance for 2008-2009 was 96.05 percent, exceeding the district goal of 95 percent.

       

      • McBride has an active PTA that volunteers support for the classroom, organizes family events, and raises funds for school improvements.

       

      • McBride works with the Springfield-Greene County Park Board and the Schools, Parks are Reaching Communities (SPARC) Program.  SPARC provides a number of opportunities for students--such as cross country, chess and cheerleading.

       

      • Extracurricular activities for students at McBride include student council, celebration choir and step club.

       

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  • Horace Mann Elementary School Horace Mann Elementary School

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      3745 S. Broadway Ave.

      Springfield, MO 65807

       

      Phone: (417) 523-4400

      Fax:        (417) 523-4495

      Web site: http://sps.k12.mo.us/mann

       

      Grades Served: Kindergarten-5

       

      Mission Statement: The mission of Horace Mann Elementary School is to ensure that all students maximize academic achievement and show respect for self and others.

       

      School Profile:

       

      • We are a neighborhood school where students, parents and teachers know one another by name. With an enrollment of about 432 students, including early childhood, our school makes students feel safe and supported. 

       

      • Parent involvement and community pride is evident at Mann. Our PTA plays an important part in our school day, sponsoring special events and field trips for students, volunteering in classrooms and the office and showing support for teachers and staff with special treats and classroom supplies.

       

      • Our school places an emphasis on classroom technology. Most classrooms have a mounted SMART Board and projector. Many also have ELMO camera projectors and every classroom has access to a laptop and projector on a cart.

       

      • Our student-teacher ratio of 20 to 1 enables teachers to provide individual attention and support to each student.

       

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  • Jeffries Elementary School Jeffries Elementary School

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      4051 S. Scenic Ave.
      Springfield, MO 65807
      Phone: (417) 523-3900
      Fax:              (417) 523-3995
      Web site      : http://sps.k12.mo.us/jeffries

       

       

      Grades Served: Kindergarten-5

       

      Mission Statement: The Jeffries community is committed to the pursuit of academic and character excellence.

       

      School Profile:

       

      • James A. Jeffries Elementary School was named after the late James A. Jeffries. He was a banker and civic leader in the community and a member of the school board from 1945 to 1960.   

       

      • First opened in 1980, Jeffries has a unique architectural design. The building consists of several classroom pods connected to a central facility by wide hallways. Jeffries is air-conditioned.

       

      • With an enrollment of about 500, Jeffries has an average class size of 24 students and offers an average of four sections per grade level.

       

      • Average daily attendance of 95.55 percent for 2008-2009 exceeds the district goal of 95 percent.

       

      • In addition to academics, Jeffries offers ample student opportunities including YMCA Prime Time before- and after-school child care, Step Up Club, mad science, honor choir, student council, character education, fifth-grade orchestra and spelling bee.

       

      Jeffries has an active PTA that sponsors a variety of events and has generously purchased instructional materials and other school amenities.

       

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  • Holland Elementary School Holland Elementary School

    • From: Superintendent
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      2403 S. Holland Ave. Springfield, MO 65807 Phone: (417) 523-4100 Fax: (417) 523-4195 Web site: http://sps.k12.mo.us/holland Grades Served: pre-Kindergarten-5 Mission Statement: Holland Elementary School’s mission is to provide a safe environment and the opportunity to develop knowledge, skills and discipline that will enable every person to reach their potential and to live a productive life. School Profile: •We are a neighborhood school where students, parents and teachers know one another by name. With an enrollment of 235, our school makes students feel safe and supported. •Parent and community involvement is strong at Holland. We log over 200 hours of volunteer time monthly. Our Partners in Education include Southminster Presbyterian Church, Messiah Lutheran Church, Brentwood Library and Papa John’s Pizza. •Title I funding provides additional resources for teachers and students. Reading specialists work one on one with students and use the push-in model to assist classes with reading. •We are a literacy model school with a full-time literacy coach to work with students and teachers. We use the Response to Intervention model to provide interventions before special education is considered. We have a school-wide behavior program called Hawk P.R.I.D.E. which recognizes students for character traits they exhibit. •Holland has a Wonder Years pre-kindergarten classroom for students who are 4 years old and live in a Title I area. •Holland has two eMINTS technology classrooms for intermediate level students.
    • 4 months ago
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  • David Harrison Elementary Scho David Harrison Elementary School

    • From: Superintendent
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      David Harrison Elementary School, Springfield Public Schools’ brand new elementary school, opened its doors to more than 300 excited students in August 2009. The school was named after Springfield author David L.Harrison, who also served as school board president.  He has written over 70 children’s books and has been a strong advocate for Springfield Public Schools’ libraries. 
      Our school offers TRACKS (Technology Rich Atmosphere Concentrating on Kids’ Success) in response to the school community’s desire for technology-enriched instruction. All 20 classrooms, plus computer lab, library, art and music rooms, will be equipped with Smart Boards and an abundance of student computers. Similar to the eMINTS program, classrooms in grades 3 and 4 will have one computer for every two students. In kindergarten through grade 2, classrooms will have one computer for every four students.
      David Harrison Elementary has a diverse student population. Approximately 40 students are in the English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)program, which is also housed at the school.
      Junior Kindergarten, a tuition-based pre-K program for 4 year olds, is housed at the school.  A certified teacher, along with an aide, teaches the class.  Curriculum content includes discovery play which emphasizes reading, writing, science, math, social skills, music, and creative arts.  Space is limited to 16 children.
        David Harrison Elementary offers before- and after-school care through the SPARC program.  SPARC offers after-school extracurricular activities such as martial arts, chess club, floor hockey, scrapbooking, cooking club, cheerleading, tennis, golf, basketball, baseball, soccer, mad science, and more.
      All members of David Harrison Elementary are fully certified educators. We implement Continuous Classroom Improvement (CCI) in every class to increase student engagement and achievement. Through CCI  teachers and students determine the class mission and weekly goals; work together to create and carry out a plan to achieve the goals based on what is effective for students; study data by discussing and charting student results; and decide how students should act upon the data to improve achievement.
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  • Horace Mann Elementary School Horace Mann Elementary School

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      3745 S. Broadway Ave. Springfield, MO, 65807 Phone: (417) 523-4400 Fax: (417) 523-4495 School Web site: http://sps.k12.mo.us/mann/ Grades Served: Kindergarten-fifth Mission Statement: “The mission of Horace Mann Elementary School is to ensure that all students maximize academic achievement and show respect for self and others.” School Profile: •We are a neighborhood school where students, parents and teachers know one another by name. With an enrollment of about 465 students including early childhood, our school makes students feel safe and supported. •Parent involvement and community pride is evident at Mann. Our PTA plays an important part in our school day, sponsoring special events and field trips for students, volunteering in classrooms and the office and showing support for teachers and staff with special treats and classroom supplies. •Our school places an emphasis on classroom technology. Most classrooms have a mounted SMART Board and projector. Many also have ELMO camera projectors and every classroom has access to a laptop and projector on a cart. •Our student-teacher ratio of 20 to 1 enables teachers to provide individual attention and support to each student.
    • 9 months ago
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  • Bowerman Elementary School Bowerman Elementary School

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      2148 N. Douglas Ave. Springfield, MO, 65803 Phone: (417) 523-1400 Fax: (417) 523-1495 School Web site: http://sps.k12.mo.us/bowerman/ Grades Served: Kindergarten-fifth Mission Statement: “The mission of Bowerman Elementary is to work in partnership with the home and community to provide a safe and effective learning environment that empowers all students to become lifelong learners and productive citizens.” School Profile: •We are a neighborhood school with 274 students. Our students enjoy a staff that cares, encourages and expects personal responsibility and academic achievement. •We have a specific focus on character education and social skills. Monthly assemblies support attendance, celebrate individual and collective achievement and stimulate students to develop citizenship and social competencies. •We have strong partnerships with various groups and businesses that make a positive difference in the lives of our students. The Springfield-Greene County Health Department and Caring Communities are two of our Partners in Education. We also have support from several faith-based organizations. Our partners volunteer and mentor students academically and socially. •We have after-school partnerships with the YMCA Prime Time and Boys & Girls Club. •Bowerman utilizes Title I federal funding to provide intervention and support programs so all students can be successful. •Bowerman is proud of its neighborhood support and truly embraces the community.
    • 10 months ago
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  • Bissett Elementary School Bissett Elementary School

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      3014 W. Calhoun St. Springfield, MO, 65802 Phone: (417) 523-2800 Fax : (417) 523-2895 School Web site: http://sps.k12.mo.us/bissett/ Grades Served: Kindergarten-fifth Mission Statement: “The mission at Bissett Elementary School is to provide a safe, respectful and inclusive environment where all students will learn at high levels.” School Profile: •We are a small neighborhood school of 243 students in the northwest corner of Springfield. Our students enjoy an atmosphere of caring and warmth where the qualities of good citizenship are taught and demonstrated to provide a safe, respectful and nurturing environment. •Over the years, our PTA has fostered strong community support that sustains our family atmosphere. The PTA does an outstanding job of promoting positive parent participation in activities and in the classroom. •Collaborating with community groups makes a positive difference in the lives of our students. Morelock-Ross, Holland Solutions, ARAMARK Education, Drury University, Immanuel Baptist Church and Christ Episcopal Church are our primary Partners in Education. They contribute incentives and resources to encourage attendance and good character. We also offer the YMCA Prime Time after-school program. •Our teachers use research-based instruction, known to be the best educational practice. We participate in the Partnership in Comprehensive Literacy Model. A balanced literacy curriculum is emphasized throughout all content areas to establish high academic success for all students. The comprehensive program provides a full-time literacy coach. Title I federal funding provides intervention and support programs including reading recovery. •Bissett has a full-time math coach who promotes problem solving with math advantage and math recovery programs and a “problem of the week.”
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  • Bingham Elementary School Bingham Elementary School

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      2126 E. Cherry St. Springfield, MO, 65802 Phone: (417) 523-3400 Fax: (417) 523-3495 School Web site: http://sps.k12.mo.us/bingham/ Grades Served: pre-Kindergarten-fifth Mission Statement: “Bingham will be a place where we will work together for all students to learn and be the best they can be.” School Profile: •Bingham Elementary is a neighborhood school located in east Springfield. We are located on the corner of Cherry Street and Barnes Avenue, just east of Glenstone Avenue and south of Chestnut Expressway. •Bingham is an elementary school with a population of 386 students. Also housed in our building are a Wonder Years (pre-K) classroom and a district special education class. Title I services are offered to assist teachers with students who may be experiencing difficulties in the areas of reading and math. •Bingham is involved in a park/school partnership with the City of Springfield. Miles Park sits adjacent to Bingham’s campus and provides additional park space for use by students and patrons of the community. •Bingham is in an educational partnership with East Grand Church of Christ. They work directly with Bingham in the planning and execution of school and community-based activities. They also sponsor a before- and after-school program utilized by Bingham families. •Bingham has 24 certified staff and six paraprofessionals. We house a YMCA Prime Time before- and after-school program, along with bus service to the Boys & Girls Club. One day a week, students are afforded the opportunity to participate in the Big Brothers/Big Sisters after-school tutoring program.
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  • Wilson's Creek 5-6 School Wilson's Creek 5-6 School

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      4035 W. Weaver Road

      Battlefield, MO, 65619

       

      Phone: (417) 523-7800

      Fax:        (417) 523-7995

      School Web site: http://sps.k12.mo.us/wilsonscreek/

       

      Grades Served: Fifth-sixth

       

      Mission Statement: “The Wilson’s Creek community is committed to the pursuit of academic and character excellence.”

       

      School Profile:

       

      • We are a neighborhood school located in southwest Springfield. Wilson’s Creek is a fifth- and sixth-grade feeder school for fourth-grade students from McBride and Wanda Gray elementary schools and fifth-grade students from Disney Elementary School. Our sixth-graders go on to Cherokee Middle School for seventh and eighth grade.

       

      • Community involvement by our PTA, parents, and various community members is evident throughout our school. Our Partners in Education, Sunshine Rotary and Bancorp South, work directly with our character education program.

       

      • At Wilson’s Creek, we provide students with many opportunities to excel in academics and character development.  Students may choose to participate in various musical programs, physical education activities and art programs.  Academic tutoring is also available for students in need of additional assistance.

       

      • Wilson’s Creek’s inaugural school year was 2005. Our modern building has air conditioning, wireless Internet, and sixth-grade science labs.
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  • Cherokee Jazz Band Cherokee Jazz Band

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      Rachel Oglesby at the Drury jazz Festivel

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  • Cherokee Jazz Band Cherokee Jazz Band

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      At the Drury Jazz Festival

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  • Cherokee Jazz Band Cherokee Jazz Band

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      At the Drury Jazz Festival

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