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Vincent Elementary School
Kathryn Brown, Principal
340 Ridge Road
Spring City, Pa
610-469-5713
| Student day |
8:30-3:00 |
| Kindergarten A.M. |
8:30-11:15 |
| Kindergarten P.M. |
12:15-3:00 | |
Vincent Elementary School Features:
- High Academic Achievements/Standards
- Well Qualified Faculty
- Caring, Nurturing Environment
- Beautiful Outdoor Classroom
- Extra Curricular Activities
- Strong Home/School Connection
- Active Supportive PTA
- Instruction Enhanced with Latest Technology
- Safe secure setting
High Academic Standards
Vincent Elementary School provides all students with an optimal educational experience through a standard’s based curriculum and best practice instruction matched to each individual student’s needs.
Some of the additional support services within the school day and academic year are:
- Reading Support
- Math Support
- Extended Day - Kindergarten Reading and Language Arts Support
- Learning Support in the Least Restricted Environment
- Gifted Support
- Instruction Support Team
- Guidance Counseling Services
- District Reading and Math Coach Support
We are also committed to early intervention for the academic year ahead with our Kindergarten Roundup Program. Our Jump Start Program also offers extended academic help for students during the summer.
State Assessments
Vincent Elementary students continue to perform very well on the state mandated test – The Pennsylvania Assessment of Academic Success. Our scores exceed the state and district average and have earned us the Keystone Achievement Award for the last five years.
Class Size
Our class size is determined by the yearly population which determines our staffing needs. Class size ranges are adopted by the Owen J. Roberts Board of School Directions. The average class size for each grade level:
- Kindergarten and First Grade – 20 students
- Second and Third Grade – 23 students
- Fourth and Fifth Grade – 25 students
Well Qualified Staff
Vincent Elementary is fortunate to have a well qualified staff. The majority of teachers have obtained a Masters Degree in Education and many have Reading Specialist Certification. The district encourages continued growth and provides on-going training for all staff. Our weekly Whole Faculty Student Groups provide ongoing staff development within our Vincent Learning Community. Staff biographies can be viewed at by going to the home page.
Caring, Nurturing Environment
The Vincent Elementary School offers a positive warm and caring environment for all students. Student projects and artwork fills the halls. Music fills the air music wing and is integrated into the classroom setting. We model, promote, and expect mutual respect in every classroom and throughout our community of learners.
Safety and Security
The safety of our students and staff is top priority at Vincent Elementary. All visitors are required to enter our school through the office entrance, buzz to enter, and check in with the office staff. Everyone visiting must wear a Visitor’s Badge before entering the building. We are fortunate to have a number of security cameras monitoring all entrances, hallways, and the exterior of our building. Our OJR police also have access to our building cameras and provide security personnel throughout the year.
Educational Programs
All programs of academic study for our K-5 elementary students are aligned with the Pennsylvania Standards. We implement a strong balanced literacy philosophy that provides teacher modeling and instruction in reading/writing comprehension strategies, guided practice in instructional level books, and independent reading and writing with student conferencing. Word Study enhances the literacy process with instruction of spelling, phonics and vocabulary matching each student’s instructional level.
Aligned with the national and state standards, our math curriculum and assessments guide our instruction toward deeper student thinking and problem solving for greater connection to real world math applications.
Technology
In our high tech world it is important that we provide the latest in technology for our students. We have leaders in technology education on staff who collaborate and work with all classroom teachers to enhance the educational experience through technology.
We have four computers in every classroom and a state of the art computer lab. Smartboards with LCD projectors are mounted in most classrooms.
Extra Curricular Act ivies
Fine Art - In addition to our general K-5 music and art programs, fourth and fifth grade students have the opportunity to participate in chorus and art special projects. Intermediate students are invited to begin string and band lessons. Our students perform regularly in a variety of concerts and present their art work at various events.
Sports
K- 5th grade students enjoy an exciting and fun Physical Education Program. Many of our students participate in a number of after school intramural activities. We also host a field day every spring and on the district level various family events are held to promote fitness.
Students have the opportunity to participate:
Award Winning Odyssey of the Mind Team
- Reading and Math Olympics
- Science Fair
- K-Kids
- Student Council
- Safety Patrol
- Reflections Competition
- Fifth grade play
- Various off campus field trips
In addition, many after school activities fill our hallways after school, such as Girl and Boy Scout Troops, and environmental clubs. See our PTA website www.vincentpta.com.
Home/School Connection
One of our most valued strengths at Vincent Elementary is our strong parent and community involvement. We welcome and encourage parent participation and volunteerism. We have an active and generous PTA though which we have received many resource materials and volunteer hours for our students. We also participate in the districts “Starfish Program” and benefit from different volunteer services from our retired community. Some of our volunteer programs include:
- Publishing Center
- Reading Incentive Program
- Literacy Volunteer Program
- Outdoor Classroom
- Rotating Room Volunteers
- Rotating Field Trip Volunteers
- Classroom Helpers
- Fun Raising Projects
- Many “behind the scenes” projects
- Reflections
- Family Nights
- Wellness
We encourage strong and frequent communication between the parent and teacher. Please contact your child’s teacher first with any questions or concerns. Our mission is to work together for ultimate student success!
Reminders
- Please call the school attendance line at 610-469-5174 if your child is expected to be late or absent from school.
- Send money/checks to our school cafeteria including your child’s name and pin number for prepayment for lunches.
- A note to the school office from the parent is necessary if someone else is picking up your child from school.
- Non school sponsored travel is required through Policy 118. Requests must be submitted for consideration at least five days before the date of absence.
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