My son has been at St. Ben's for the past seven years. Two years of full-time preschool and now in the 5th grade. He has excelled tremendously and has gained considerable social skills. This truly is a community of advanced teachers, stellar administration and parents who only want the best education
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Posted by a parent on 05/03/09
My son is in preschool at St. Ben's, and we couldn't be happier with his experience there. His teacher is absolutely outstanding. I cannot believe how much he has learned this year - academically AND socially. His classmates are a diverse group of children with commited, involved parents. I cannot
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Posted by a parent on 03/26/09
Parents worry about the future of their child/ children. Education and a moral foundation are the building blocks for our children to acheive their goals. St Benedict is that foundation. The staff is second to none, the programs avialable are many and the challanges they provide are wonderful to the
... Read more growth of our children's minds. The history of the school and the deep roots this school has in this community are a badge of honor each child carries with then now and forever. There will be disagreements and discontent at times but this school is second to none for that reason. This school is constantly changing to meet the demands of the diagreements and dicontent issues. This school is constantly progressing forward. This school is the best for the foundation of our children and their futures. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/15/08
St. Benedict Elementary School is a Professional Development Partner with DePaul University of Chicago. The resources that the partnership bring to the school are great, including the Phonics/Guided Reading Programs which add order, comprehension and Systematic thinking to an already excellent curriculum.
... Read more This is a cutting-edge bonus that makes the school so great. The sense of community is something that my family has not seen elsewhere. It truly is a gem of a school, parish and people! Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/21/08
My Kindergartner, as a new student to the St. Ben's community, has had a very positive experience in making the transition to a new school. We previously had been at a Montessori for three years and never felt comfortable there. My child developmentally, socially, and acedemically has made drastic improvements
... Read more at St Ben's because of the compassion and experience the teachers and administration has for its students. Recommendations were made on how to make our child's transition go smoother. Suggestions included a 5 week transition to Kindergarten summer camp, visits to the classroom, meet-and-greet's with other students. To net it out, there are many opportunities to communicate with the teacher(s) to monitor progress and get involved. The after-school programming is excellent, fostering additional oppportunites for your child to create a bond with their classmates. It's a nurturing place for your child and a great FIRST experience to starting their school years. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/27/08
St. Benedict Elementary School is a Professional Development School in partnership with DePaul University. It was chosen because it is a model school impacting student learning at all levels.
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Posted by a teacher on 01/17/08
From the first day at pre-school, my child wanted to live at school. She loves learning at St. Ben's with all her heart. Every year is the best year ever. The 4th grade class is a great group of friends that all care about each other. All of her teachers so far have been the perfect fit for my daughter.
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Posted by a parent on 11/30/07
St. Benedict has been a wonderful place for my daughter and I have been impressed with the small class size and the attention she has received. The teachers are very responsive and work so hard to support and challenge the students. The numerous extracurriculars are a big plus, too. We are very glad
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Posted by a parent on 11/18/07
My children have been attending St. Benedict Elementary School for several years. Over the past five years, the school has gone through an amazing transformation -- the principal has initiated many impressive programs, the teachers are caring and creative, the children are friendly, the climate is inviting
... Read more and welcoming. There are so many ways to be involved at the school, and the kids have access to many wonderful extracurriculars. The school has initiated a portfolio program for all students which is helpful for parents to see how their child has grown and improved. The middle school students use laptops in their classrooms. The school has a great partnership with DePaul University. If a family is looking for a school to belong to, this is it! Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/09/07
I was a Chicago Public School Teacher for 14 years. I have a Master s Degree in Early Childhood Education. I have three children, two dogs and a husband. My daughter is in fourth grade and my son is in kindergarten at St. Benedict. I am currently at home with my toddler. I know there are many choices
... Read more of schools in Chicago and I know how overwhelming that choice can be. We looked at over a dozen schools for our daughter. We choose St. Benedict School for so many reasons. First and foremost we are a community at St. Ben s. The staff and parents help each other educationally, spiritually, and in times of need. The small class size gives my children the opportunity to flourish and express themselves as individuals. The teachers are very educated, caring, and compassionate. They have high expectations for our children and provide a curriculum and atmosphere in which our children can succeed. There are so many extra curricular activities at St. Ben s! My children are involved in Girls Basketball, Bitty Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Art Club, and Girl Scouts. These are only a few reasons why we chose St. Benedict. The only way you will know if St. Benedict is right for your child is to come and see our school. Read less
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Chicago schools — St Benedict Elementary School is located at 3920 N Leavitt St, Chicago IL 60618. 3920 N Leavitt St is in the North Center neighborhood and 60618 ZIP code in Chicago, IL The school district for St Benedict Elementary School is the Archdiocese Of Chicago Education Off. St Benedict Elementary School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels K - 8.
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