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PTA/O President(s): Mary Pierick and Marie Stangel
Parent Contact(s): Beth Kaplan, (608) 833-2114, bethkaplan@tds.net
High School Attendance Area: Memorial
School Web Site: http://www.madison.k12.wi.us/stephens/
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The mission of the Glenn Stephens School Community is to engage all students in a developmentally appropriate and meaningful curriculum that leads to success in the areas of learning, behavior, and interpersonal relationships. |
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Our beautiful school surrounds an internal courtyard and is situated on a large park, complete with soccer field and three clusters of playground equipment. Stephens is in a residential neighborhood close to Garner and Owen Parks.
The school serves students in kindergarten through grade 5. There are six sections of kindergarten and first grade with 15 students in each class for the entire day. Classes in grades 2-5 are multi-age with seven sections of grades 2-3 and six sections of grades 4-5. Classes in grades 2-3 are limited to 15 for the morning so students receive literacy and math instruction in smaller classes. In the afternoon, grades 2-3 classes have 23-24 students in them. Classes in grades 4-5 have 24-25 students per section. Total enrollment is approximately 500 students.
Free transportation is provided to all students who live more than 1.5 miles from school. Students who need to cross a hazardous street are assisted by a crossing guard or are offered free bus transportation. The school is also on Madison Metro bus lines.
Students have the option of bringing their lunch and purchasing milk, or purchasing a pre-packed hot lunch with milk. A breakfast program is also available five days a week. After school on-site and near site care is available.
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Glenn Stephens students participate in many forms of assessment during their elementary school careers. Testing occurs in the areas of reading, writing, math, science and social studies and the results are used by our teachers to guide their daily instruction. Test results also assist us in setting school improvement goals which are designed to increase student success in the areas of learning, engagement and relationships.
Computers are used to support and extend learning within the classroom. All school computers are fully networked. Laser printers, "quick-take" and digital cameras, and scanners are available. All students receive keyboarding instruction in the third, fourth and fifth grade classes. Each classroom has at least two computers, with additional computers housed in the school computer lab, accommodating weekly REACH (Reinforcement and Enrichment for All CHildren) classes. Students may use the INTERNET with parent permission and teacher supervision. Our school web site is http://www.madison.k12.wi.us/stephens/.
The goal of Talented and Gifted (TAG) programming is to make certain K-12 students consistently have learning opportunities that are challenging, systematic and continuous based on learning profile, readiness and student interest.
Student learning experiences include a broad range of opportunities that take students to their next level of challenge, allowing them to develop their talents. TAG programming is determined by ongoing evaluation and assessment of individual student needs. Each school has TAG resource support for ongoing consultation.
Students receive instruction weekly from specialists in music, physical education, art, and computers/technology. Fourth and fifth graders may also participate in the strings program.
Special services available to Stephens students who may need them include Reading Recovery, special education and English as a Second Language. We also have a school psychologist, social worker and school nurse who provide support to students and families.
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Playgrounds have adult supervision 15 minutes before school, during all recesses and at dismissal. Fifth graders rotate as safety patrol, providing leadership and a safer climate. A city crossing guard assists students in front of the school on Rosa Road.
Teachers, staff and the principal assist students in developing skills in communication, community building and conflict resolution. A school climate committee identifies needs and assists with proactive strategies of positive reinforcement.
Special activities outside the classroom include Chess Club, Destination Imagination, Fitness Club, Math Olympiad, Spelling Bee, Geography Bee, Student Council and foreign language instruction. Most of these programs occur after school hours.
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PTO meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month, at 6:30 p.m. in the gym. The PTO links home, school and the district. Stephens has strong participation in special events and fund raisers. Parents participate throughout the school assisting with School Improvement Planning committees, tutoring, clerical tasks, field trips, publishing, recess, coordinating after school offerings and coaching Destination Imagination and Math Olympiad teams.
We have local business leaders who tutor students and we are grateful for donated materials, financial support and time from RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) and Joining Forces for Families (JFF). We also have a strong partnership with CUNA Mutual.
Teachers at Stephens share expertise with University of Wisconsin-Madison, UW-Whitewater and Edgewood College student teachers and practicum students.
We are proud of our school and hope you will be, too! Learning at Glenn Stephens is active and exciting and the wonderful support from families makes our school a great place to be. Parent volunteers engage in a wide variety of activities that strengthen our total education program, and parent contributions are highly valued and appreciated.
We encourage you to talk with parents of our students to learn more about our school. Please see the Principal/Parent Contact information on this web site for current names and phone numbers. For answers to any questions or to request information such as handbooks, breakfast and lunch menus, school tours, bus schedules, newsletters or registration materials, call the office at 204-1900 or FAX your request to 204-0516.
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"When we moved to Madison, I asked if Stephens needed a volunteer. They immediately said, 'Yes, thank you.' The school is very welcoming, and they find very useful things for their volunteers to do."
-- Glenn W. Stephens Volunteer"Our teachers are very nice and we get to do a lot of projects."
-- Glenn W. Stephens Student"We have great students and this is such an exciting place. We also have supportive parents and eager learners."
-- Glenn W. Stephens Teacher
Remember, you're "At Home At Glenn Stephens Elementary School!"
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Last Updated: 2008-01-07
