We also moved to St Charles from out of state and we agree 100% with the out-of -stater below. Everyone here thinks this is 'so great' but if you have lived elsewhere and attened other schools, you will be disappointed. The St Charles curriculum is not very good. I could go on and on with examples
... Read more about that but can't here. Also, there is no gifted programs or accomodations made for those students who come into the district ahead of grade level (believe me, my kids were above grade level here and they are not gifted, just your average student). In fact, my first grader was doing 2nd grade level work according to their curriculum. I will agree that everyone is nice and friendly but I want more out of a school than that -- I want solid teaching and learning!!!! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/30/08
I had 4 of my 5 kids attending Wasco in the 2007-2008 school year. We moved to this area from Chicago in Jan 2006. We could not be happier! We are more than satisfied with all the academics, extra ciricular, the PTO, and the all around friendliness of this school. I feel it holds the standards of a privet
... Read more school but in public one. I think anyone thinking of coming to Wasco will not be disappointed. My now 6th grader is sad to be leaving for middle school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/11/08
We moved to St Charles from out of state. I had 3 kids at Wasco, 1, 3, and 4th. This school district is the worse we have ever attended in comparison to ones in NM, GA, and MO!! I pulled my kids and sent them to a private school. People from out of state with other experiences tend to hate this school
... Read more district, peopel from St Charles or the surrounding area 'love' it. Beware if you are an out-of-stater, you will be disappointed. Look at Geneva or Batatvia!! Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/02/08
I could not be happier about Wasco School. I have two kid attending and both have attended since kindergarten. The principal, Dr. Abhalter is wonderful. He is a very 'hands on' caring and involved principal. I have seen him stop in classrooms to see whatever is going on whether it be the wedding
... Read more ceremony of a cherished classroom pet or to be a guest reader for another class. He is regularly outside when the kids arrive to school as well as when they leave. He is also at every 'McDonald's night', school sing, etc. I also can't say enough about the staff and teachers. They really seem to work as a team and they genuinely care about the school. I am repeatedly amazed at how organized the school is run. Many parents, including me, volunteer in the classrooms, library or to help with special activites. Wasco is a wonderful school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/27/06
You will be very happy at Wasco. This school has a dedicated staff and principal that will take time to listen to you. The front office staff is welcoming and friendly. There is a 'family feeling' at Wasco. The class sizes are reasonable. They go up and down. If you are a parent with a gifted student,
... Read more Saint Charles elementary schools won't be able to offer you much. My children have been going to Wasco for 5 years and we have been very pleased with their education. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/22/05
We are thrilled that our children had the opportuntity to build their foundation as learners at Wasco Elementary School. From the moment you become a Wasco parent it feels like one big family. This is a growing area and in all the years we have lived in Saint Charles, Wasco never lost its small home
... Read more town feeling. The teachers care. The principal knows each child's name and parents are encouraged to volunteer. We hope that if you move to the area that you will enjoy Wasco as much as we have. We are moving and can only hope to find a school like the one we are leaving. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/08/05
The school atmosphere is wonderful. The teachers care about the students, they are friendly, supportive and make the school fun. The staff from the custodian to the office are always helpful and friendly. The principal is very involved from eating in the lunchroom, being on the playground, seeing the
... Read more buses come and go and most importantly being involved in the classrooms. All three of my children love(d) their time at Wasco from the time in the classroom, the specials (art, music, PE), and the support staff. Parents are involved in the classrooms and the PTO has been great in supporting the school with fun programs for families and the community! This is a wonderful, community school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/30/05
Not only am I a parent with 2 children at Wasco Elementary school, I was also a teacher for 13 years. You will be so happy with this school. While it's not the prettiest school in the area it has the most heart. The people are good people that live around this school. The parent support is wonderful.
... Read more Teachers (most not all) welcome parents into the classroom. The class sizes vary. No more than 25 kids in k-2 and year to year the count varies in all grades. Wasco is an area that is growing. With all school districts that grow comes the normal problems....passing taxes and school boundries come bring typical problems. If its the people you wonder about....you can't go wrong! Read less
Posted by a teacher on 04/16/05
I love Wasco, parents involvement is amazing. The principal is what helps our school shine. He runs this school with care and concern for all children and staff. One of the best schools in the district.
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Posted by a parent on 03/17/05
What a great school and wonderful environment for our children. The staff and the Principal are the most supportive and inspiring.
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Adult Education Classes
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English as Second Language
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Wasco schools — Wasco Elementary School is located at 4n782 School St, Wasco IL 60183. 4n782 School St is in the 60183 ZIP code in Wasco, IL The school district for Wasco Elementary School is the Community Unit School District 303. Wasco Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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