Farnsworth Elementary School is proud to be the Home of Future Leaders and fourth graders recently used state-of-the-art flight simulators to learn about aerospace concepts. The school also celebrated being named a CPS Supportive School with an Exemplary rating, which recognizes the school’s focus on a safe and nurturing environment. Families have been very excited about the newly transformed Space to Grow schoolyard, with edible gardens and an outdoor classroom to encourage hands-on learning.

Q1. What technology initiatives are there to support classroom learning at Farnsworth Elem School?

Ans. At Farnsworth Elem School, each student is given a Chromebook to use for blended learning and digital assignments.

Q2. Does Farnsworth Elem School provide after-school athletic programs for intermediate grade levels?

Ans. Yes, Farnsworth Elem School has co-ed competitive volleyball and basketball teams that practice weekly after traditional school hours.

Q3. What are the daily attendance uniform style requirements at Farnsworth Elem School?

Ans. Farnsworth Elem School students are required to wear solid navy blue or white polo shirts with navy bottoms every day.

Q4. How does Farnsworth Elem School store students’ cell phones during the school day?

Ans. At Farnsworth Elem School all personal mobile devices must be turned off and stored in a backpack until the time of dismissal.

Q5. What foreign language exposure or introductory classes does Farnsworth Elem School provide?

Ans. Farnsworth Elem School teaches basic conversational Spanish vocabulary and cultural units twice a week for elementary classes.