Lillian M. Steen Elementary School

A blue ribbon school and it shows. The staff is attentive and works on kids’ needs individually. There’s lots of extra programs too. So many fun activities for the kids too.

Excellent! A diverse school, growing and making the changes that are best for students

My son has learn a lot a this school. Bogota schools are the best. I wish every school in Bergen County became like Bogota Schools. The after schools program is amazing the stuff personal wonderful.

I have two kids in Steen over the last 5 years, and they have had a great experience at Steen School. They have had great teachers who are willing to provide extra help if needed, as well as provide more challenging work for specific students if it's required. The teachers are willing to devote personal time to many school activities, like Science Night, Student-Faculty games, Garden Club, Talent Show, etc. They also organize a "Week of the Arts" which is a week of assemblies and workshops to promote the arts. All of these events are also supported by a very active parent group. Like anywhere else, there are some parents that don't get involved, but for the most part the parents here do participate. There has been some turnover in administration, but the teachers have helped to ensure a smooth transition. If you only look at test scores you may be a little disappointed, but if you are interested in an all around good education for your child, Steen is a great school.

My 2 children have been going to Steen since kindergarten. I absolutely love this school. The teachers invest a lot to our children. They are available for extra help before and after school on a regular basis. They do not run out of the building once the bell rings. There are also SO MANY extra programs in and out of the school to help with any academic or social issue your child has. The teachers plan a Garden Club, Spelling Bee, Geography Bee, Bucket fillers, Talent Show, Student vs. Faculty games, Week of the Arts and so much more. The district just purchased 30 Chrome books and will purchase an additional 30 in the up coming months. There are Smart Boards in every classroom. We had a tough time the last few years with new principles, but the staff and faculty ensured a smooth transition. It really annoys me when I hear people putting down the Bogota School System. I've lived in this town for 14 years. And people have no idea how great the schools are. For such a small town, we have 3 public schools, 1 Catholic school and at least 2 preschools. That's a TON of kids. Proud to say, I love the Bogota School system. My kids are thriving.