School & Building Information
Location
Frances Willard Elementary School is located at 2503 9th Street, Rock Island.
Surrounding Frances Willard is a mixture of single-family residences and neighborhood businesses. Ninth Street is a major thoroughfare.
Calendar
The Rock Island-Milan School District operates on a modified year-round calendar. School starts in early August, and students have 2-week breaks in the fall, winter, and spring.
Total Enrollment
353 students as of September, 2011
Class Size
According to the 2009 School Report Card, the average class sizes range from 18.5 to 26.3 students.
Student-Teacher Ratio
There are an average of 16.5 students per teacher at Frances Willard.
Beginning and Ending Grades
This school serves students in grades kindergarten through sixth. There is no Head Start program at Frances Willard.
Number of Classes At Each Grade Level
There are two classrooms per grade level.
Proximity to Housing and/or Neighborhoods
80 percent of Frances Willard students walk to and from school, 15 percent use automobile transportation, and 5 percent ride the bus.
Breakfast/Lunch Programs
Frances Willard offers breakfast and lunch daily.
Before or After-Care Programs
There are no before and after-school childcare programs provided by Frances Willard. However, the Rock Island Housing Authority provides an after school enrichment program three days a week, called Jumpstart. This is an grant funded program and is housed Monday through Wednesday at Frances Willard.
Special Features of Building or Grounds
- 2 full-size softball diamonds
- Primary and intermediate playground equipment
- Large greenspace in front of school
Recent and Planned Upgrades
Frances Willard has a complete climate control system for heating and cooling. The parking lot was also recently resurfaced. This past year, Frances Willard has received new additions and renovations as part of the Building Excellence plan:
- 2 Classrooms
- Restrooms
- Cafeteria
- Small instruction space
- Office remodels
- Storage
Parent Involvement and Opportunities
- Open House
- Parent Conferences
- LAFF
- Winter Program
- Spring Frolic
- Volunteers
- Booster Club
Special School-Sponsored Activities
- Various PBIS all-school activities
- Student Council
- Various Booster Club sponsored events
Conflict Resolution or PBIS (Positive Behavior In Schools)
We develop or select weekly cool tool lessons, provide positive reinforcement, and plan quarterly integrity celebrations to help staff and students work toward PBIS goals.
Safety, Parking, Crossing Guards
There is a regular drop-off routine at Frances Willard. The school also has an adult crossing guard. There is no on-site parking for parents.
Playground Time & Supervision
Playground time is scheduled primarily at lunchtime, which runs from 11:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.