Creekside is about teamwork to move students beyond excellence! Staff, parents and the community all work together to prepare students for a prosperous future. We have proven to be a great place to grow and learn! It is a community of dedicated and energetic staff, involved parents, committed community volunteers, and enthusiastic students. Together, the Gator family strives for excellence
Our instructional program focuses on providing appropriate challenges for all students in the Virginia Standards of Learning through differentiated instruction and researched based strategies. The availability of state-of the-art technology supports the staff and students in their academic goals. As a Title I school, we realize that reading is the cornerstone for academic achievement. Reading initiatives such as the Accelerator Reading program are supported by all staff members. Special education teachers have been trained and currently use the multi-sensory Wilson Fundations Reading program in their classes.
- School Snapshot
- Grades - Pre-K
through 5
- Motto - Moving Beyond Excellence
- Principal -
Katrina Bowers
- Assistant Principal -
Steve Smith
- Mascot - Gators
- Colors - Blue and Orange
- 2007 Enrollment - 780
Average Class Size -
K through 3: 23
Grades 4 & 5: 25
- Accreditation - Fully Accredited
- Parent to Contact -
Luis G. Tamayo (815) 690-5998
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We are proud of the achievements and strong instructional background of our facility. Creekside students are actively involved in school activities. A mentor program supported by our partners-in-education serves as a way to booster self-esteem and impact success by assisting students in setting academic and personal goals. Students are provided rich opportunities to broaden their knowledge in the resource areas of music, art, physical education, and technology. Positive reinforcement programs reward both individuals and entire classrooms for making good choices. Our students grow through these experiences by becoming role models for one another and by supporting charitable organizations in our community.
This school is based on academic achievement and personal growth. With an emphasis on reading, math, social studies, science, Creekside value areas of enrichment for these subjects. This includes Family Reading nights, Science Circus, Accelerated Math, and Classroom Zip Arounds, All events are enjoyable for our students but more importantly, it furthers the success and pride of Creekside students.
