A model for Fine and Performing Arts, Environmental Studies, Literacy, Multiculturalism and Technology, Waters Elementary School is the neighborhood school for Ravenswood Manor, Ravenswood Gardens, and Lincoln Square communities. WE ARE a multilingual, diverse school of community of parents, students, teachers, staff, community, and external partners as a family of learners. WE HAVE a hands-on curriculum-based literacy, math, science and social studies program that comes alive through fine and performing arts, environmental studies, and technology. WE CELEBRATE and NURTURE cultural diversity, family history, life experience, language, in a culture of social awareness, change, and action. WE INSPIRE and PROMOTE a positive school community culture, school leadership, shared decision making, collaboration, and external and parent partnerships. WE NETWORK and CONSULT with universities, elected officials, educators, non-profit organizations, civic groups, professional communities and philanthropic entities. WE PRESENT and PARTICIPATE in city, state, and national professional educational conferences. The Basics School hours: 9:00 am - 2:45 pm 4540 N Campbell Ave. Phone: 773-534-5090 The Extras: Top-Notch Fine Arts, Music and Drama Programs Strong Focus on Reading and Literature Unique field-based Ecology Program Art and Music Studio Audio Visual Media Lab Computer Lab Auditorium / Gymnasium Native Plant Ecology Garden Community Garden Full day Kindergarten State PreK, with Fall 2006 plans for a Tuition-based PreK After School Programs Lead participant in Chicago's Parent Project Workshops Dual language program that may be implemented at both the pre-school and kindergarten levels 2005-06 8th Grade Class Project: replacing asphalt with a grassy field