Camas Ridge Community Elementary School

Camas Ridge Community Elementary School is located at 1150 E 29th Ave in Eugene’s Amazon neighborhood within a suburban-residential setting. It serves students from grades K-5 and enrolls approximately 247 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. In math, 47% of students reached the proficient level or higher, while in reading, 57% achieved that level or above. The student population is made up of 57% female students and 43% male students. The???????????????? school provides an educational model based on project-based learning and the use of inclusive practices, with a mission that acknowledges each student's development, inquisitiveness, and sense of belonging. One of the most distinguishing factors is the local housing market in the school district. The average home value in the area is approximately US $534,108, which indicates a strong residential demand for families attracted to the school's community. Parents frequently mention the committed teachers, the cooperative learning culture, and the stimulating atmosphere when they describe Camas Ridge Community Elementary as one of the top elementary schools in ????????????????Oregon.

Camas Ridge Community Elementary School is holding its November Restaurant of the Month fundraiser at Pastini on November 13. Forty percent of sales from participating tables will support the Camas Ridge Community Organization when families mention the school while ordering.

Q1. How does Camas Ridge Elementary use arts-based learning to support student growth?

Ans. Camas Ridge employs arts integration throughout the day, which enables students to creatively express their ideas and at the same time, get a deeper understanding of the academic concepts.

Q2. How does the school strengthen partnerships between families and staff?

Ans. Parents are given opportunities to work together during community events, project showcases, and through open communication that keeps them informed and involved.

Q3. How does Camas Ridge support student voice and personal expression?

Ans. Students are given the opportunity to come up with new ideas, be engaged in collaborative projects, and delve into areas of interest that make them more confident and help them develop the skill of self-advocacy.

Q4. How does the school maintain a positive and safe learning environment?

Ans. The staff intervene in a way that is respectful, through setting clear expectations and supportive routines that enable the students to feel secure and thus they will be able to learn.

Q5. How does Camas Ridge celebrate creativity and student achievements?

Ans. The school obtains the art of students, their performances and the general school work through exhibitions, assemblies and community ??????????gatherings.