Don't like. I feel that the school can do a much better job if it wasn't overcrowded, better programs, new staff, cleaner bathrooms, classrooms. New and better after-school programs
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Posted by a parent on 03/29/09
My daughter just started kindergarten and I am very satisfied with the school. It's a very diverse school and I see this as an advantage. She has a great teacher and the administrative staff was very helpful and supportive so far. The after school program is great. I would definitely recommend this school.
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Posted by a parent on 09/15/08
I love this school! Everybody here is so nice! If you where a student here, you wouldn't complain! The kids here are so outgoing! My son just loves it! My daughter is starting to make friends as well, and she is a shy girl! Boone is amazing!
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Posted by a parent on 08/27/08
I am a parent of a student of Boone School I think that Boone is a wonderful school and a great place to learn. All organizations have their issues and I don't believe in sitting back and complaining. If you are not happy with anything at Boone then get involved and try to make a difference. Boone
... Read more has wonderful teachers and the case managers are some of the best in their field. The diversity at Boone is amazing! I have been very happy with my child's education. I am very involved with the school and will continue to try to help out whenever possible. Do not just sit back and complain, volunteer! Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/03/07
I am a staff member at Boone and the need for change in the way we do things is apparent. It will not happen until parents take a more organized, proactive role. We have only one parent involved in our so called parent organization. Parents need to be an example and follow rules and procedures. We
... Read more are a school community and we will only succeed when we are all commited to working together for the benefit of all our children. Education is a tough profession and many of us that work at Boone give our best everyday. Take the time to encourage those who get the job done and speak up at LSC meetings or with the principal about those things/individuals that are not up to the standard you expect. Together we can make a difference. Read less
Posted by a other on 12/02/07
great atmosphere, great teachers, great playground
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Posted by a parent on 10/22/07
Overcrowding, safety, and discipline issues: rude attitudes are at an all time high here. The students seem more out of control than ever, even in lower grades. Administration tries to deal with issues, but students in need of immediate attention seem to still slip through the cracks. Acting out children
... Read more do not always seem to receive the help they need within a reasonable time. There is a high tolerance for inappropriate behavior. This was a fine school with great teachers but it definitely needs an overhaul in the administration. My child was so relieved to be moved from this school. He now is joyous when leaving his new school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/07/07
My child have attended Boone school for three years. I feel this school offers a great program However, it is overshadowed by the behavior of some teachers and staff.Also, I feel that administration needs to demand appropriate behavior from staff because it is the main Catalyze behind getting children
... Read more to behave in a proactive manner (teachers should be held accountable for disrespectful behavior to students. I watched this school transform from a school that encouraged individuality to a school that focus most of the attention on discipline.If we dare to take a glimpse back in history, we might find that we are setting the stage for social reproduction. (What happen to student government, this teaches leadership skills)? There is hope! Start, with administration next, staff and teachers then, Children because children learn through observation! In closing, I believe in administration ability's to refocus on the goals of this school thus,yielding children who can compete in society. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/01/07
My kids transferred to Boone from a private school, and they both like it better at Boone, and have been motivated to do very well academically. Their teachers are excellent, and the curriculum is good. We are very pleased overall with our experiences so far at Boone School. Barbara R.
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Posted by a parent on 03/01/07
This school is very disorganized. the teachers are not able to control the problematic and disruptive students and all students in class are effected by it. My child was doing more in kindergarden at her old school than she is now. spelling tests have been withheld for a week because the paper didn't
... Read more get back from the office in time. science was withheld a form of punnishment to discipline the class. There is not enough help or resources for students as well as a poor selection of ater school activities. my child will not be attending this school next year! Read less
* In 2007-2008 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
Student enrollment:
1,129
Students per teacher:
17
Full-time teachers:
68
Number of classrooms:
45
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Before/After School
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Gifted and Talented
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general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
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Special Education Classes
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Adult Education Classes
Programs offering GED or equivalent courses for adults within regular schools, whether classes are held during evening or daytime schedules.
English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
Chicago schools — Boone Elementary School is located at 6710 N Washtenaw Ave, Chicago IL 60645. 6710 N Washtenaw Ave is in the West Rogers Park neighborhood and 60645 ZIP code in Chicago, IL The school district for Boone Elementary School is the Chicago Public School District 299. Boone Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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