Why Should You Attend Dennison Elementary School?

Dennison is a 2023 National Blue Ribbon School!

Dennison’s unique programming includes:

• Instruction occurs largely in self-contained classrooms with whole-group teacher-directed instruction.
• Students are not grouped based on ability.
• Classrooms are created heterogeneously and balanced.
• Reading instruction is based on the following components: 
  • Letter awareness and phonics
  • Vocabulary development
  •  Fluency
  • Comprehension.
• Basic skills such as math facts, handwriting, proofreading and spelling are emphasized.
• Textbooks are the basis for sequential instruction.
• Instruction is grounded in traditional approaches using paper and pencil and may be supplemented with technology when appropriate to enhance student learning. 
• Grades first to fifth students earn letter grades in each academic subject area of studies.
• Grades kindergarten to fifth students are assessed on various learning attributes.
• Appropriate behavior is expected of students at all times.
• Specials include physical education, art, music, Library Media Center (LMC) and technology.

The prospective Dennison family information slideshow is designed to give families more information about Dennison’s philosophy, instructional model and operating principles. It is in your best interest to view and understand this program to inform your decision-making.