Lincoln Elementary comparisons: SEES, Prescott, and private (2025 insights?)

[Parent]

Hi everyone!

I’m looking for current parent experiences and insights comparing Lincoln Elementary to other options we’re considering. Specifically interested in:

**SCHOOLS WE’RE COMPARING:**
• Lincoln Elementary
• SEES schools (Skinner North/West, Bell, Edison, Pritzker, McPherson, Morton)
• Prescott Elementary
• Private options (Latin School, Francis Parker, Catherine Cook)

**KEY AREAS I’D LOVE YOUR INPUT ON:**

🎓 **ACADEMICS & CURRICULUM:**
• How rigorous/advanced is the academic program?
• Quality of math, reading, science instruction?
• Any recent curriculum changes?

🌟 **DIFFERENTIATION FOR ADVANCED LEARNERS:**
• How well do they challenge high-achieving students?
• Advanced math groups, reading levels?
• Gifted programming or enrichment?

👥 **CLASS SIZES:**
• What are typical class sizes by grade?
• Teacher-to-student ratios?

❤️ **SEL & SCHOOL CLIMATE:**
• How supportive is the school environment?
• Anti-bullying policies and effectiveness?
• Social-emotional learning integration?

🎨 **EXTRACURRICULARS:**
• What activities, clubs, sports are offered?
• Music, art, drama programs?

🚌 **LOGISTICS & COMMUTE:**
• Transportation options and reliability?
• Drop-off/pickup logistics?
• Parking situation?

⏰ **AFTERCARE:**
• Quality and availability of after-school programs?
• Cost and hours?

🏘️ **COMMUNITY & PARENT INVOLVEMENT:**
• How engaged is the parent community?
• Volunteer expectations/opportunities?
• School events and traditions?

🎯 **SEHS OUTCOMES:**
• How well do graduates perform in SEHS admissions?
• Which high schools do most students attend?

📈 **RECENT CHANGES:**
• Any significant changes in leadership, programs, or policies?
• Impact of any recent developments?

**ALSO PLEASE SHARE:**
• What grade level(s) is your child in?
• What year did they start/are they starting?
• Overall satisfaction and why?

Thanks so much for sharing your experiences! This community is such a valuable resource for families navigating these important decisions.

#ChicagoSchools #ElementarySchool #SchoolChoice #LincolnElementary #SEES #ChicagoParents

[SadCubs]

All over the place with schools. How old are your kids?

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