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Founders Memorial School

33 Founders Road, Essex Junction, VT, 05452

Top 25% School in Vermont

Ranked 17 of 68 in Vermont

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Founders Memorial School

33 Founders Road, Essex Junction, VT, 05452

Top 25% School in Vermont

Ranked 17 of 68 in Vermont

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About Founders Memorial School

Founders Memorial School is a public elementary school in Essex Junction, Vermont, which is a medium-sized suburb. The school has about 351 students in grades 3 through 5. There are 30 full-time equivalent teachers and two full-time school counselors, so the student-teacher ratio is 12:1. There are 46% female and 54% male students, and 25% of the students come from low-income families. This shows that the school has a diverse socioeconomic profile. 5% of students at Founders Memorial School scored at or above proficient in math, and 53% scored at or above proficient in reading. This shows that the school does better academically than the average school in Vermont. The school focuses on basic reading and math skills and uses programs like Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) to promote social-emotional learning and a good school culture. The school is in a residential area of Essex Junction, which makes for a supportive and involved environment. Overall, Founders Memorial School does well in academics, helping students, and creating a positive environment. There are also ongoing chances for all grade levels to improve learning outcomes.

Founders Memorial School Contact Information

Address

33 Founders Road, Essex Junction, VT, 05452

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Phone

(802) 879-6326

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 50%
Reading 53%
State average proficiency is 50% in Math and 53% in Reading.
30
Full-time Teachers
11 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
351
Total Students
$62874
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 17 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Founders Memorial School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:40 AM to 2:40 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:25 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 81.77%
Asian 3.7%
Hispanic 3.7%
Black 2.85%
Two+ Races 7.98%
Native Am. 0%
White
81.77%
Asian
3.7%
Hispanic
3.7%
Black
2.85%
Two+ Races
7.98%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 351
45.87%
161 Female
54.13%
190 Male

Student Population

351 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 11 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

175 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The Jeh Kulu Dance and Drum Theater recently put on a great show at Founders Memorial School in Essex Junction, Vermont. The school held a three-day residency during which all of the students took part in dance and drumming activities. The residency ended with an impressive performance by the school. This event shows how much the school cares about encouraging creativity and appreciation of other cultures.

Founders Memorial School and the Essex Westford School District also won the Gold Excellence in Worksite Wellness Award for their work to improve the health and well-being of people in the area. These accomplishments show that Founders Memorial School is dedicated to giving students a well-rounded education and helping them grow and develop.

FAQ

Q1. What kind of learning does Founders Memorial School use?

Ans. Founders Memorial School emphasizes structured learning along with chances for creativity and discovery.

Q2. What does the school do to get students involved?

Ans. Lessons are meant to be fun and useful, which keeps students interested and motivated.

Q3. How does Founders Memorial School get families involved?

Ans. Families are encouraged to get involved by talking to each other, taking part in school programs, and doing things together.

Q4. What kind of classroom setting is encouraged?

Ans. Classrooms stress respect, focus, and good communication between students.

Q5. What does the school do to help students feel more confident?

Ans. Students feel good about what they're learning when they get positive feedback and encouragement.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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