Laverna Evans Elementary School

Mrs. Dipple is an outstanding teacher who we were fortunate to have as our sons second grade teacher. The focus was on academics. Homework was required. She was not there to be my child's friend. She was a teacher. The principal also had reasonable high expectations that challenged the kids. I appreciated regular book reports and the books being available in a special section at the public library. Reading counts was a program that made my son's awkward school experience bearable as he was so excited to get a gold medal! At the end of the year the classes competed against each other in different subjects which my son loved. My son was diagnosed with a life changing medical condition at this school and the nurse helped us out immensely and the staff were extremely helpful and caring. We have since moved to Marie Schaefer and I wish I could speak as highly of this school.
--Submitted by a parent

I am extremely disappointed in this school and their staff. There a few good teachers who seem sincerely interested in their students. However, they are out numbered by the others who seem to only be there to collect a pay check. Very unimpressed with the principal of this school as well. Don't send your children here.
--Submitted by a parent

If you have children with special needs, this is not the school for them. This an open school. This means that the classrooms do not have walls. Though you will hear from the principal that this is a quiet school. Not to children who are already using all they have to concentrate in a regular classroom with walls.
--Submitted by a parent

This is my child's 3rd year at Laverna Evans. We absolutely loved Kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Baxter. She was the perfect teacher to introduce my child to school. She encouraged learning and discipline and did it with a gentle heart. 1st Grade was a bit difficult with Mrs. Gunn. She could use some training in talking to parents...specifically to not only focus on the child's negatives but positives as well. The principal, Mr. Keller, is very genuine, nice and soft spoken.
--Submitted by a parent

My son just entered Kindergarten and has shown a noticable increase in wanting to read, write, and count. I have been very content with interactions from faculty. They have a sincere approach to education. My son looks forward to going to school everyday.
--Submitted by a parent

I lived in Ofallon school dist. for sometime. I was always very proud and happy of this school. the teachers were great and the time i did have a problem it was taken care of quickly with respect to me. I now live in g.c. dist. and am moving back to ofallon just for the school and my children.
--Submitted by a parent