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PTA meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month at 5?p.m. in the school library, fostering family engagement. Starting September 30, students can join an enriching arts-based after-school program available Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5:00?p.m.

Q1: What makes Stratton unique in its academic approach? A: It delivers core curriculum through arts integration—visual art, music, drama, and dance—plus a French dual-language program with half-day instruction in French and English. Q2: How can families get involved with the school community? A: The PTA meets monthly on the first Wednesday at 5 p.m. in the school library—an open space for family–school collaboration. Q3: What after-school enrichment options are available? A: Students can attend the Everyday Arts Lab, held Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m., to explore art-based learning beyond regular hours. Q4: How does Stratton contribute to district-wide cultural initiatives? A: The school actively participates in district events—like the Black History Month playlist—highlighting stories and cultural heritage across the community. Q5: Who is the school named after and why does that matter? A: Named for Kenneth O. Stratton, Champaign’s first Black school board member, the school embodies his legacy through arts, equity, and leadership, upheld by the motto “We Are Stratton Strong”