Ravenswood Elementary School

My daughter has completed two years of Pre-K and now kindergarten at Ravenswood, and I couldn't be happier. She's well advanced in reading, writing and math. She's learning great social skills and loves the art, gym, music and drama programs. The teachers are enthusiastic, and we've heard great things from friends with kids in 1st, 2nd and 3rd grade how great those teachers are.
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its a great school with a model arts integration program, a strong emphasis on literacy, excellent after school programs. Ravenswood is going to grow by leaps and bound in the next few years with a talented and commited princapal leading a dedicated staff. The parents at Ravenswood are very involved in developing a close knit diverse community. This is the school any parent in the city will want their children to be part of.
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This school is AWESOME this was my elementary about 7 years ago i loved Field Day i actually won 2nd place in the softball trow and also i love the times when we had World something were all the classes chose a country and we would bring stuff from that country and we would not have class on that day !!! :) Mrs. Donovan was a good principal not sure if she is still there.... oooh yea security guard Mr. Willis he was such a good loving person...

The principal and lower-grade teachers are very enegetic and dedicated. The school has a great learning environment for younger kids (that's what I have). I predict that we are going to see an upswing in the test scores over the next several years, but the important thing is the high quality of education that the kids are receiving.
--Submitted by a parent

My kids are each in their fourth year at Ravenswood. For our family, it is exactly what we were looking for in a school: challenging academics with differentiated instruction, fantastic teachers, administration with a vision and the skills to deliver it, and a strong, diverse, close-knit school community. To really appreciate it, you need to dig deeper than test scores and come for a visit.
--Submitted by a parent

I am so happy with Ravenswood. The principal has a really good understanding of curriculum and what professional development the teachers need in order to improve the school. The teachers, overall, are really excited about the professional development, too, which is a great sign. The staff is really dedicated, from PreK on up to 8th grade. Teachers really come out to support the school at events and work really hard to create a community.
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I feel lucky to be part of a school where the teachers and parents know all the kids and care for each other as a community. After a fire displaced 2 families this week, a call went out for donations. By the next afternoon both families had beds, other furniture, dishes, clothing, TVs and even toys, which police donated. I was not surprised, but reminded about the compassion that adds to a great learning environment.
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The tuition based pre-K is amazing - probably the best kept secret on the northside. The teaching staff is extremely energized and dedicated to the students and parents. We have seen our four year old excel in just a few short months in writing, reading, and having a better grasp of her emotions.
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We've been at Ravenswood for 4 years now. The school has struggled a little in the past couple of years but they seem to be righting themselves now that we're firmly into a new administration. I enjoy the after school program immensely. Even the afterschool takes the arts integration mission seriously offering drumming, dance, theater among their choices. I can't quite give a five yet but, as a prior parent wrote, I expect one could be coming in the future.
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Awesome school and fantastic administration! This principal has a vision and everyone in our school community is focused on making this vision a reality. The teachers are fantastic and the programs offered are unique to most CPS schools. I am new to this school and have already recommened it to all of my friends. This school is the new great school of Chicago and I couldn't be more pleased to be a part of this school transformation! Mrs. Connolly (principal) and Mr. Mazin (AP) are both first-rate administrators who knows what good leadership is. They are both very caring, knowledgeable, and are ready to listen to all of parent concerns. They really take the time to hear what people are saying and then take the necessary steps to make changes that benefit the students. ' I love Mrs. Connolly and this school!
--Submitted by a parent