Burr Elementary School

this school has come a long way since i attended. the classes are lovely, the teachers are adept and committed and easily accessible via email, phone, etc, the children all study Japanese and the curriculum has improved. their preschool program is excellent, i recommend this school and am glad my children are being educated there.
--Submitted by a parent

The school is a great learning enviroment for everyone students, parents and teachers!!
--Submitted by a teacher

Burr school has a dedicated staff, diverse student population and parents all working together to help " Burr Bring Out The Best! "

Burr is a warm and friendly school.They have an awesome staff who make you feel welcome.There is always an activity going on at the school.The students deserve the best because they are the best!

they have some really caring and great teachers

My son has been a student at Burr for three years. Two of them in the pre-k program with Mrs. Maley and now kindergarden with Ms. K. I have only had great experiences here. The teachers are very caring, dedicated and prepared. When my child started school he was a very shy child and I've seem him blosoom every year.
--Submitted by a parent

I had my son in first grade last year with Mrs. B. Iam pleased to say that I was very happy with her way of teaching. She challanged my son, and was also caring and patient. I only wish all teachers would be as caring and have the patience to teach young children like she has.
--Submitted by a parent

I would like to start by saying that,I'am very pleased with Miss.Knafelz excellent teaching skills.Wow! Who would of thought my son would walk out out of kindergarten reading.I trully dont have the words to express my deepest graditude for an amazing year,I can only say you are a lucky parent if your child gets to be in her classroom next fall.Thanks Miss. Knafelz from a trully happy parent,child
--Submitted by maria, a parent

My daughter has been at Burr for two and a half years and I continue to think very highly of this great Chicago public school. There are many additional programs that enhance the regular curricullum, and the kindergarten teacher, Ms. Knafelz is very dedicated, creative and caring. My daughter has been consistently challenged, and the simple daily homework routine sets a high standard and promotes good discipline. Her reading, writing and math skills have steadily progressed. Hurrah for Burr!!
--Submitted by a parent

I would like to express how very pleased I am with the education my children receive, academically and beyond. My children have attended Burr since 2002. They've always been encouraged to go above and beyond. With the reforming of our PTO (Parent-Teacher Organization) Parental involvement continues to grow. The teachers and staff are very welcoming and work with the families to help each child achieve their best grades and test scores. The principal, Ms. Scott, is highly educated and experienced and continues to take classes/courses to continue her education (which she also requires of her staff). She is a great leader and a wonderful example to her teachers of what an educator should be. I love that respect for teachers, peers, and the children themselves is a major part of their learning. I hope that you consider Burr for your child's educational needs. - Local School Council Chairperson
--Submitted by Jamie McCullum, a parent