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| ==History== | ==History== | ||
| Lincoln Prairie opened in September 1999 |
Lincoln Prairie opened in September 1999. Lincoln Prairie was, and still is, the only school of its kind in the district. The design of Lincoln Prairie is the result of the School of Choice Task Force’s recommendations to create choice within District 54’s school system. Any family living within School District 54 is welcome to apply for enrollment at Lincoln Prairie. | ||
| Lincoln Prairie is first and foremost a community school. Students work in multiage classrooms that are arranged according to the following configurations: kindergarten/first grade, second/third grade, fourth/fifth grade and sixth/seventh/eighth grade. Classrooms are arranged in cross-grade level neighborhoods giving students the opportunity to interact with students of varying ages. To create this community school, the task force identified four essential components: | |||
| '''Individual Learners''' | |||
| ==Philosophy== | |||
| Students and teachers work to find out how each student is smart through a variety of activities focusing on learning styles and multiple intelligences. Our emphasis is on building relationships with students to increase our understanding of all aspects of the whole child. | |||
| '''Best Instructional Practices''' | |||
| The School's curriculum is designed to give students real-world experience in working in groups on various projects. As such, few textbooks are utilized, and group projects are instead heavily emphasized. To foster social development, a multi-age system is used as opposed to the traditional K-8 grades. Kindergarten and first-grade students are grouped together, (known as the K-1s), as are the second- and third-graders (2-3s), fourth- and fifth- graders, (4-5s), and sixth-, seventh- and eighth-graders (6-7-8s or, more commonly, Middle Level). According to the official website, the school is "focused on the original Greek meaning of school – "discussion" – an exchange of ideas and thoughts among learners".<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.sd54.org/schools/lincoln/philosophy.htm | title=Lincoln Prairie School Philosophy| date=August 17, 2006 | author=Keith Ferengul }}</ref> | |||
| District 54’s core curriculum is the foundation of Lincoln Prairie’s curriculum. Students engage in a variety of interactive projects and activities, which support both the Illinois Learning Standards and District 54’s goals and objectives. Instruction is thematically organized using authentic, integrated curriculum studies. | |||
| An all-school yearly theme is emphasized to help students make meaningful connections. An emphasis is placed on balancing both the process and products of learning. Multiage classrooms allow students to be grouped and regrouped based on the students’ developmental readiness for a particular activity or unit. | |||
| Students also receive Spanish instruction three times per week through our Foreign Language in the Elementary School Program. Our gifted resource, special services and extended day programs provide additional support to further meet the needs of our students. | |||
| '''Collaboration and Diversity''' | |||
| ==Curriculum== | |||
| Lincoln Prairie is a diverse community of learners. Classrooms are arranged in neighborhoods to promote interaction among different age groups, as well as with peers of one’s own age group. Students can act as both learners and leaders depending on the situation. Collaborative relationships between students of different ages and a sense of community are fostered through many Lincoln Prairie programs. The following have been some of these offerings: | |||
| Lincoln Prairie's curriculum is different for each grade level. Each grade level group learns something different, but at the end of a career at Lincoln Prairie, a student will have covered a great deal in the core subjects of ], ], ], and ]. In Middle Level, the curriculum is as follows: | |||
| Chorus | |||
| Band & Orchestra | |||
| Dance Club | |||
| Cross Country | |||
| Leadership Council | |||
| Volleyball | |||
| Battle of the Books | |||
| Track and Field | |||
| Debate Club | |||
| Patrols | |||
| Comedy Club | |||
| Book Club | |||
| '''Family and Community Centered''' | |||
| *English: | |||
| A home-school partnership is encouraged through parent participation. Parents can be involved through a variety of activities, such as the following: | |||
| All students in Middle Level are taught what is basically an English class, however it is called Language Arts. The two Language Arts teachers cover a wide range of important topics in the class. Students study in depth grammar, comma usage, roots and prefixes/suffixes, poetry, etc. etc. Several papers are written throughout the year as well, including a ] paper, ] paper, ] paper, and also a ] paper. Also, depending on what is being studied in History or Science, that may also tie in to what will happen in this class. For example, while you are studying the ] in Humanities, you might also right a research paper on a person or event that was part of that, such as ] | |||
| Classroom curricular events | |||
| Parent Education Workshops | |||
| Classroom volunteering | |||
| Project Development Time | |||
| Back to School Picnic | |||
| Annual “Big Event” | |||
| Parent/Student/Teacher Conference attendance | |||
| PTSA committees and activities | |||
| '''Transportation''' | |||
| *History: | |||
| A modified transportation option is available. Community bus stops are organized regionally to transport students to Lincoln Prairie. Parents are also encouraged to carpool. | |||
| All things historical are studied in the class of Humanities. During one's time at Lincoln Prairie, one will study a wide range of significant historical events. What is learned in the class rotates, depending on what was studied in the year previous. Kids learn about mostly ], including the ], the ] and ], the ], as well as the ]. Also studied is ] and ], including the ], and the ] and ] Wars. | |||
| *Math: | |||
| The recommendations of your teacher in the year previous to coming to Middle Level determine which Math class you will be part of. The Math classes range from pre-] to ] I. The classes mostly follow the book that your class is assigned, give or take some bits here and there. Depending on your class, you may be tested on what you've studied frequently or rarely. Some students are at an intellectual level beyond the other students in the class and as such must take math classes at other Junior Highs nearby. | |||
| *Science: | |||
| In the Science class, you are always busy. This class has the most projects assigned to demonstrate your knowledge of what was studied. Projects have included making a painted model of a planet to creating a model of a ] out of food. You will learn about all parts of Science, including but not limited to: ], ], ], ] and more. There are also many labs which could require a student to complete the ] about something, or to drawing graphs and displaying your understanding of your assigned work. | |||
| In addition, all students have a ] class that studies ] at one point in the year, and instruction in the ] is offered, but not required. ] and ] are also available. | |||
| ==PDT== | |||
| One of the most distinctive elements of the LP ] is known as Project Development Time, or PDT. These special classes meet twice a week for 4–12 weeks to offer groups of students the chance to intensively study a particular subject of their choosing. Each member of the staff creates their own PDT and presents it at a Whole School Meeting. Past subjects have ranged from ] to ] to the history of ]. PDTs generally have the intent of completing a project, be it making a ] presentation or preparing one aspect of the school play. PDT choices are also created around the theme for that school year. They are also heavily endorsed and supported by staff members. | |||
| ==Extracurricular activities== | |||
| Lincoln Prairie offers a wide range of activities available to students of all ages. Past clubs have included: | |||
| *Art Helper Club | |||
| *] Club | |||
| *Child Care Club | |||
| *] Club | |||
| *] Club | |||
| *] Club | |||
| *] Club | |||
| *1st Grade Dance Club | |||
| *2/3 Dance Club | |||
| *] Studio | |||
| *] Helpers | |||
| *Author Study | |||
| *] | |||
| *Breakfast with Strawberry Shortcake | |||
| *] Club | |||
| *Community Book Club | |||
| *Crafts! Crafts! Crafts! | |||
| *Creative Writing and Literary Magazine | |||
| *ER Club…Engineering and Robotics | |||
| *Environmental Club | |||
| *Fun Foam Creations | |||
| *G.E.M.S. (Girls in Engineering, Math and Science) | |||
| *Get Going! | |||
| *Lads and Dads | |||
| *Reflections Lunch Club | |||
| *Multicultural Club | |||
| *] | |||
| *More Fun with Strawberry Shortcake | |||
| *] Club | |||
| *Patrols | |||
| *Rainy Day ] | |||
| *Student Council | |||
| etc. etc. | |||
| ===Sports=== | |||
| Depending on the season, Lincoln Prairie offers many sports, including: | |||
| *] | |||
| *] | |||
| *] | |||
| *] | |||
| *] | |||
| ==Themes== | |||
| Each year, a conceptual learning theme is selected to provide connections through all learning areas and for all students. | |||
| '''1999-2000:Community''' | |||
| *Musical: The Music Man | |||
| '''2000-2001: Patterns''' | |||
| *Musical: Meet Me in St. Louis | |||
| '''2001-2002: Community (again)''' | |||
| *LP EXPO:Journey through Communication | |||
| '''2002-2003: Discovery''' | |||
| *Musical: Fiddler on the Roof | |||
| '''2003-2004: Connections''' | |||
| *LP EXPO: A Connection Collection | |||
| '''2004-2005: Diversity''' | |||
| *Musical: Annie | |||
| '''2005-2006:Change''' | |||
| *LP EXPO: A Change Exchange | |||
| '''2006-2007: Opportunity''' | |||
| *Musical: The Wizard of OZ | |||
| '''2007-2008: Balance''' | |||
| *LP EXPO: Balancing Acts | |||
| '''2008-2009: Dedication''' | |||
| *Musical: Oliver | |||
| '''2009-2010: Progress''' | |||
| *LP EXPO: LPCOT '''L'''incoln Prairie '''P'''rogress '''C'''ontinuing to '''O'''ur '''T'''omorrow | |||
| '''2010-2011: Harmony''' | |||
| *Musical: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory | |||
| ==Principals== | |||
| *Mrs. Jan Jetel (1999–2004) | |||
| *Mr. Jake Chung (2004–2008) | |||
| *Ms. Amanda Stochl (2008–Present(2012?) | |||
| ==Notes== | |||
| {{reflist}} | |||
| {{coord missing|Illinois}} | {{coord missing|Illinois}} | ||
Revision as of 14:19, 21 March 2011
 | It has been suggested that this article be merged into Community Consolidated School District 54. (Discuss) Proposed since January 2010. |
| Lincoln Prairie School | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
| Hoffman Estates, Illinois United States | |
| Information | |
| Type | Primary, Middle School |
| Established | 1999 |
| Principal | Amanda Stochl |
| Number of students | 440 |
| Color(s) | Forest green and tan |
| Mascot | Prairie Dog |
| Website | |
Lincoln Prairie School is a primary and middle school located in Hoffman Estates, Cook County, Illinois. Lincoln Prairie is part of School District 54.
History
Lincoln Prairie opened in September 1999. Lincoln Prairie was, and still is, the only school of its kind in the district. The design of Lincoln Prairie is the result of the School of Choice Task Force’s recommendations to create choice within District 54’s school system. Any family living within School District 54 is welcome to apply for enrollment at Lincoln Prairie. Lincoln Prairie is first and foremost a community school. Students work in multiage classrooms that are arranged according to the following configurations: kindergarten/first grade, second/third grade, fourth/fifth grade and sixth/seventh/eighth grade. Classrooms are arranged in cross-grade level neighborhoods giving students the opportunity to interact with students of varying ages. To create this community school, the task force identified four essential components:
Individual Learners Students and teachers work to find out how each student is smart through a variety of activities focusing on learning styles and multiple intelligences. Our emphasis is on building relationships with students to increase our understanding of all aspects of the whole child.
Best Instructional Practices District 54’s core curriculum is the foundation of Lincoln Prairie’s curriculum. Students engage in a variety of interactive projects and activities, which support both the Illinois Learning Standards and District 54’s goals and objectives. Instruction is thematically organized using authentic, integrated curriculum studies. An all-school yearly theme is emphasized to help students make meaningful connections. An emphasis is placed on balancing both the process and products of learning. Multiage classrooms allow students to be grouped and regrouped based on the students’ developmental readiness for a particular activity or unit. Students also receive Spanish instruction three times per week through our Foreign Language in the Elementary School Program. Our gifted resource, special services and extended day programs provide additional support to further meet the needs of our students.
Collaboration and Diversity Lincoln Prairie is a diverse community of learners. Classrooms are arranged in neighborhoods to promote interaction among different age groups, as well as with peers of one’s own age group. Students can act as both learners and leaders depending on the situation. Collaborative relationships between students of different ages and a sense of community are fostered through many Lincoln Prairie programs. The following have been some of these offerings: Chorus Band & Orchestra Dance Club Cross Country Leadership Council Volleyball Battle of the Books Track and Field Debate Club Patrols Comedy Club Book Club
Family and Community Centered A home-school partnership is encouraged through parent participation. Parents can be involved through a variety of activities, such as the following: Classroom curricular events Parent Education Workshops Classroom volunteering Project Development Time Back to School Picnic Annual “Big Event” Parent/Student/Teacher Conference attendance PTSA committees and activities
Transportation A modified transportation option is available. Community bus stops are organized regionally to transport students to Lincoln Prairie. Parents are also encouraged to carpool.
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