This school is a negative choice in my opinion,the teachers are nurturing, but no real learning goes on as far as i am concerned. Kids misbehave uncontrolably in the higher grades , they may be a bad influence. My advice- dont even bother
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Posted by a parent on 10/06/09
Contrary to the last post, the assistant principal has very dark hair...don't know who she was talking about! The administration, staff and parents are very caring and supportive. There is a great team of hands-on parents. The school is doing a fantastic job of transforming itself and making green improvements
... Read more while retaining its Spanish-speaking families. The school is diverse and close knit at the same time. It's a great place to send your kids...good things are happening at Waters! I have two kids there and anticipate sending my third in a couple of years. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/18/09
When we first moved to Lincoln Sqaure we had concerns about where our kids would go to school. Hats off to the parents who rolled up there sleeves and got involved because the school has never looked better. My daughter now attends and my son will join her in the fall. We've been so impressed with
... Read more the warmth and caring of the teachers we've met, and the parents group really has moved mountains. Looking forward to the construction being finished so that the rest of the neighborhood will know what a gem this school is. If you are still looking for a school, this one should be on your list. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/10/09
I have 2 children at Waters. The community effort has been amazing. They have truly been making things happen over the past few years...which is a very difficult task in the CPS system. My children are being sufficiently challenged and inspired. They both love their teachers. My only dissatisfaction
... Read more is not in the schools power. These differences could only be made if there was adequate funding and improvement with the national norms for public schools. Lack of PE, arts, and a need to 'teach for the tests' is a systemic problem. In light of that, Waters is doing what they can to provide the type of education they feel is best to holistically educate the children-- while still trying to improve teat scores. The ecology program is unmatched. I am proud that my kids are learning the invaluable lesson of the benefits of community activism. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/15/08
This school is really what we've been seeking a neighborhood school where academics are stressed but the teching philospophy is based on intergrated learning and not over the top with homework. My two kids really enjoy going to school there and with the campus park renovation going on I'm sure that
... Read more more parents will start to take notice. I can't say enough about parental involvement, they have made us feel both welcome and vital to the school's success. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/28/08
Waters is a model of a neighborhood school. My two children have gone there - one currently and the other graduated from there and is now at Lane Tech. Waters art and environmental programs are unparalleled in the school system. These programs provide a nurturing atmosphere for the kids. Plus, the conscious
... Read more approach by the teachers and administration, parents and community to multi-lingual and multi-cultural education based on equality is an enormous asset to the children's learning. Parent and community involvement is on an incredibly high level - and that approach has been built up for the last 15 years. Waters faces what all public schools face - budget cuts, anti-public school smears that includes racism and families that face real economic problems. For example, rents and housing costs in Waters area have been going up and pricing working families out of the neighborhood. That's why having strong community backing is so great. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/07/07
This school is all about community and integrated learning and we are pleased with that! We feel lucky to be a part, and know that our daughter is getting just what she needs regarding education, socialization and compassion for people and the planet. This school has so many great things going for
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Posted by a parent on 06/02/07
My son started at the tuition-based Pre-K this spring and has had a very good experience. The teacher and aides do a great job with curriculum, and are also very caring. We'll be back next year!
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Posted by a parent on 05/31/07
I have lived in the area for over 18yrs. MY oldest son graduated from Waters & now my younger son will be graduating this June. My kids have gone to several different schools before Waters thinking other Magnet Schools were different. I am so pleased with Waters School, the teachers are great & the students
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Posted by a parent on 05/30/07
Our 7 year old is thrilled to have been accepted at Waters. We entered through the Options Program and I drive my son to school. Our son is very excited about the stimulating hands on approach at Waters. Ecology, the arts, and technology are integrated beautifully here. This is a school that cares about
... Read more the children's emotional and educational needs. We have found the staff to be supportive and compassionate as well as passionate and enthusiastic about teaching at Waters. There is a high level of parental involvement and enthusiasm at this school which is refreshing to experience. Community involvement is also highly valued here. Test scores are on the rise. It is of major importance to see the jump in the third grade scores in 2006 that hit 90%! It is obvious children are thriving here under new management. We highly recommend Waters as a school on the rise! 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:
368
Students per teacher:
11
Full-time teachers:
33
Number of classrooms:
25
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Chicago schools — Waters Elementary School is located at 4540 N Campbell Ave, Chicago IL 60625. 4540 N Campbell Ave is in the Ravenswood neighborhood and 60625 ZIP code in Chicago, IL The school district for Waters Elementary School is the Chicago Public School District 299. Waters Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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