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J. F. Kennedy Elementary School

60 Normand Street, Winooski, VT, 05404

About J. F. Kennedy Elementary School

J. F. Kennedy Elementary School is a public school in Winooski, Vermont, a mid-sized suburb. It teaches kids from pre-kindergarten to fifth grade. There are 408 students at the school, and there is one teacher for every ten students. At J. F. Kennedy Elementary, there are two full-time school counselors in addition to 41 full-time teachers. The school offers a full academic program that includes reading, English language arts, math, science, and social studies. It also offers extra help to meet the needs of all types of learners. Recent data shows that 17% of students were proficient or better at math, and 17% were proficient or better at reading. This data shows that there is room for academic growth. The student body is 47% female and 53% male, and 73% of them are classified as economically disadvantaged. The school has a very diverse student body, with more than half of the students being from minority groups. The school is in a close-knit neighborhood in Winooski and has small class sizes and a focus on fairness and inclusion. Overall, J. F. Kennedy Elementary does a good job of helping students and getting the community involved, but it still needs to work on improving academic outcomes.

J. F. Kennedy Elementary School Contact Information

Address

60 Normand Street, Winooski, VT, 05404

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Phone

(802) 655-0411

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 17%
Reading 17%
State average proficiency is 17% in Math and 17% in Reading.
41
Full-time Teachers
9 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
408
Total Students
$62874
Avg. Teacher Salary
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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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More likely to persue STEM Careers
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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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Led by competition winners
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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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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 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 43.63%
Asian 19.85%
Hispanic 5.88%
Black 22.79%
Two+ Races 7.35%
Native Am. 0.49%
White
43.63%
Asian
19.85%
Hispanic
5.88%
Black
22.79%
Two+ Races
7.35%
Native Am.
0.49%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 408
47.06%
192 Female
52.94%
216 Male

Student Population

408 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 9 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

204 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

J.F. Kennedy Elementary School in Winooski, Vermont, is making waves because it cares about the health and success of its students. The school's mission stresses making a safe, calm, and caring environment that values the health of both students and staff. The school's work to fight inequality and oppression and promote a culture of inclusivity and social justice shows how much they care about the whole person.

The school's leadership team, which includes Principal Sara Raabe is committed to building a strong community with a focus on helping students grow and succeed. J.F. Kennedy Elementary is a great place for kids to learn and grow because it focuses on fairness, diversity, and giving students power.

FAQ

Q1. What kind of place to learn does J. F. Kennedy Elementary School offer?

Ans. J. F. Kennedy Elementary School is a welcoming place to learn that helps students grow academically while also encouraging curiosity, creativity, and positive relationships with each other.

Q2. What does the school do to help students grow socially?

Ans. The school teaches students to be respectful, work together, and be aware of their feelings through daily interactions and planned activities in class.

Q3. What role do families play at J. F. Kennedy Elementary School?

Ans. Families are encouraged to stay involved by talking to each other often, going to school events, and working together to help students learn.

Q4. What is the school's most common way of teaching?

Ans. Teachers help students understand ideas well by using interactive lessons, guided instruction, and activities that require them to do things themselves.

Q5. What does the school do to make the school culture better?

Ans. To make a school community that is helpful and respectful, everyone should focus on inclusion, encouragement, and clear expectations.

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

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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

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

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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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