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Stephenson Elementary School
2627 SW StephensonPortland, OR 97219
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Phone: 503-916-6318
Fax: 503-916-2675
E-mail: bshelby@pps.k12.or.us
School-created web pages: http://www.stephenson.pps.k12.or.us
School-brochure: http://www.pps.k12.or.us/schools-c/profiles/brochure/Stephenson.pdf
Grade levels: K-5
Principal: Beth Shelby
Student Enrollment: 322
About:
Stephenson is proud of its excellence in education. Offering a caring and connected learning community, the teachers, support staff and community members take pride in the balanced program that includes physical education, music, visual and performance arts, library and technology. The collaboration of community and involved parents help students meet high expectations set by teachers and staff. The PTA provides assistance to teachers by providing funding for choir and strings instruction and supplies/materials, as well as, by coordinating community volunteers. The PTA also sponsors many school-community events such as Grandparents and Special Friends Day, Fall Fun Night, Missoula Children's Theatre, Junior Achievement, Art Literacy,yearbook and School Beautification Project. Stephenson's School Foundation provides funding that allows our school to offer diverse programs. It currently supports partial funding for one classroom teacher,computer lab assistant, library assistant and a part-time counselor. Parents also offer strong support with tutoring, classroom assistance, art projects and classroom presentations. Stephenson truly is a place where students strive, shine and succeed. KINDERGARTEN ROUND-UP THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4TH FROM 6:30 -8:00 p.m. Incoming Kindergarten students will be able to take a peek at classrooms from 6:30-6:45 p.m. and childcare is provided for children ages 3+ during the presentation for adults. CALL FOR MORE INFO!
Kindergarten: Half-day kindergarten with optional fee-for-service full-day.
Kindergarten Round-up: February 4,2010 at 6:30 p.m. CHILD CARE PROVIDED
Childcare: Stephenson Children's Care Assn. offers on-site care before and after school.
Information Sessions: Tuesday principal tours at 9:00 a.m. or by appointment. Parent-led tours by appointment.
Testimonials
- "We have found Stephenson to be a safe, nurturing
environment where our daughter, Mia, is noticed,
appreciated and encouraged to reach her fullest potential.
The arts are very important to us and we are pleased with
Stephenson's ample music opportunities as well as the
integration of art into the curriculum. Being part of
Stephenson has connected us to our neighborhood community
in a way we never experienced while Mia was attending
private school." Kristin and Mark Cywinski - "Three of our children have gone to Stephenson, including
one now in high school. Our kids each have different
temperaments and learning styles, yet the teachers have
appreciated their unique personalities. Most importantly,
the instruction at Stephenson isn't just about testing;
teachers create an environment for kids to succeed
academically as well as socially, instilling in them a love
of learning." Karin and Jim Chesnutt
Before and after school programs
- Art and drama classes, Portland Parks and Recreation, various sports leagues,Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Girls Scouts and Brownies.
Stephenson Children\'s Care Association offers before and after school care with a range of activities.
Math, Science, Art and Literacy evening events provide educational and entertaining opportunites for students and families alike.
Community partnerships
- Arnold Creek Neighborhood Association, Junior
Achievement, Oregon Partnership, Stephenson Children\'s Care
Association, Stephenson Foundation, Stephenson PTA and
numerous businesses, neighbors, grandparents and alumni.
Student learning environment
- Emphasis on the arts and music.
- Building Talented and Gifted Plan focuses on differentiation to challenge individula students. Addtional opportunites for higher level academics are offered in small group instruction, such as with literature circles and accelerated math groups when possible.
- Stephenson School, in its pursuit of excellence, is committed to inspiring a caring community of life-long learners. Each student is supported to achieve at his/her highest level.
- Our caring, courageous community environment promotes responsibility, critical thinking and problem-solving.
- The computer lab allows each student to learn keyboarding and word processing, as well as extend basic skills, through weekly computer-assisted instruction.
- Experienced, caring and professional Special Education team.
- Extensive library supports a rich literature program and allows students to research the latest information on topics of interest.
- A strong tradition of high academic achievement creates high expectations for all students.
Curriculum components
- Higher-level thinking skills and creativity are built into the curriculum at every grade level. The arts also are part of the curriculum for every child. The volunteer-supported Art Literacy program provides in-depth study of various artists. Music program includes general music, choir, band, strings and marimba ensemble.
- Ongoing assessment embedded in daily lessons with a focus on assessment for instructional differentiation and planning. Assessment data drives instruction with staff collaboration and planning a key component.
- All classrooms promote mastery of basic skills, especially reading, writing and math. Classes use thematic instruction and integrate curriculum. Explicit skill instruction, cooperative learning strategies and individual learning centers accommodate different learning styles.
- Stephenson School is networked and connected to the Internet and other online educational opportunities. A full computer lab provides integration of classroom subjects and weekly instruction in computer skills.
- Reading Friends program provides additional support for struggling readers.
Staff
- 14 classroom teachers, Learning Center with certified teacher and one para-educator, part-time school psychologist, speech pathologist, ESL teacher and school nurse. Half time music teacher, part-time choir and strings instructors and library assistant. Office staff includes principal, principal\'s secretary and school secretary.
- Staff actively pursue professional development activities after school and during the summer, in addition to staff development throughout the school year. All staff are Highly Qualified as determined by the Oregon Department of Education and NCLB. Staff Development is focused on collaboration and the development of a Professional Learning Community.
- Data-based School Improvement Plan written yearly by Site Council to identify staff development and actions leading to improved student achievement. Leadership is a shared responsibility with staff and principal collaborating on student and building needs.
Parent and family support
- A strong tradition of volunteerism by parents and community members accounts for thousands of hours of volunteer time in every aspect of the school\'s operation. Parent volunteers receive training in both general and specific areas including playground supervision and classroom instructional support.
- An active PTA coordinates ongoing activities, such as Fall Fun Night, Book Fair, school beautification, garden, Art Literacy, Missoula Children\'s Theatre, Art Show/Auction and fundraising.
The Stephenson Foundation annual auction raises significant funds to support both the Portland Schools Foundation Equity Fund and additional staffing for Stephenson. - Evening parent meetings provide information on topics of interest in addition to regular PTA and Stephenson Foundation meetings.
- An active Site Council, Wellness Committee, PTA and Foundation.
Special programs and features
- Computer instruction and multimedia technology as learning tools are highlighted. Weekly technology classes for all students.
- Parent-led Stephenson Foundation sponsors an annual fundraising auction to maintain staffing at current levels and provide staffing for special programs and instructional support.
- Before and after school care is provided on site by the
Stephenson Children\'s Care Association. Please call (503)
245-8458 for more information. - A strong program for Talented and Gifted students provides in-class academic extensions and activities, as well as opportunities for enrichment classes and Independent Inquiry Projects.
- General music for all K-4 students.
- Fourth grade strings.
- Fifth grade choir or band.
- Physical education program for all K-5th students, twice weekly.
- Volunteer-run Art Literacy Program provides classroom instruction in art history, elements of composition and vocabulary. Artists-In-Residence funded through Run For the Arts.
- Reading Friends promotes literacy development through the mentorship of trained volunteers.
Statistics and test scores
- Report cards and AYP Scores
Oregon Department of Education school report cards - School Enrollment and Program Data
- Standardized test scores
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