Open House
Thurs., Feb. 28, 2008
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Kindergarten Orientation
Thurs., May 15, 2008
5:00 – 6:00 p.m. |
Cherokee Heights Elementary enriches each student and embraces the many cultures of St. Paul. Students are nurtured and challenged intellectually, emotionally and physically in our pre-kindergarten through 6th grade program.
Teachers work in teams with an emphasis on Writer's Workshop, Reader's Workshop and Everyday Math. These academic programs are based on the Project for Academic Excellence (PAE) model, which focuses on meeting high standards in literacy and math. Teachers also integrate technology throughout the curriculum.
Cherokee Heights teachers incorporate the ELL Collaborative Instructional Model to support each student’s level of learning. This model allows additional licensed ELL teachers to support classroom teachers.
Cherokee Heights establishes partnerships with parents and the larger community through the work of a Parent Resource Coordinator. To ensure accurate communication between the school and families, the school provides interpreters at events and translations of printed materials for Hmong and Spanish-speaking families. Parents actively participate in the Parent Involvement Committee, PTO, and Site Council.
Special Features
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4-Year Old Early Education Program and all-day kindergarten
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Adding Spanish Specialist for Cultural Program Fall of 2008
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Two computer labs: one for independent ability leveled lessons, the other computer lab for special projects enhanced by technology
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Swimming, Science, Physical Education and Schoolwide Enrichment Model (SEM) specialist classes
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Full range of English Language Learners (ELL) services including bilingual support
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Behavior Management Specialist
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TV Studio used for daily school wide news in addition to student performances
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English/Spanish LCD Model in kindergarten and first grade
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ALC (After School Program) | 