Benavides STEAM Academy

This is my daughter's first year in kindergarten and I feel this is an excellent place for her to be. She has learned so much and enjoys spending time with her friends and teachers. Their top priority is to enhance and reach the full learning potential and success of each student. They discuss antibullying issues and have a genuinely caring and supportive environment. There are numerous inspirational quotes throughout the gym and school. I look forward to my daughter going there next year because this year was really great for her.

This school has undergone some big changes recently starting with the administration and nearly a quarter of the staff. The school is kept orderly and running smoothly with discipline being taken care of promptly and effectively. Education of the whole child is evident through student interactions and the respect shown by both students and teachers. Many wonderful children have gone through Oak Park and some have gone on to do great things, setting the stage for those that will follow in their footsteps, including one wining the Bill and Melinda Gates Scholarship. It will continue to be an positive attraction for those in the Aurora community as they continue to grow together.

It has been a great experience so far. It was my daughter's first year of attendance last year and the teachers showed genuine interest and support in encouraging my daughter's academic success. I look forward to another successful year.

Bullying can exist in many forms: It can be physical (pushing, punching, or hitting), verbal (name-calling or threats), or psychological and emotional (spreading rumors or excluding someone from a conversation or activity). The school does not agree. They punish the victim. Cater to the abuser. Poor guidance and ignorance does not excuse this schools response to a child's well being.

They need to teach better stuff. They need to give more opportunities to higher leveled students. The bathrooms aren't clean.