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A MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL

Stratton is a Magnet School that instructs the elementary school core curriculum through an art lens, using visual art, music, drama, and dance to engage and challenge students. Students take ownership of their educational experiences by setting academic goals and pursuing their choice of artistic expression while being exposed to professional artists, art in many forms, and various opportunities to perform. We also offer an academically rigorous French dual-language program for grades K-5, providing students with 50% English and 50% French instruction. At Stratton, students are empowered to succeed in their chosen college and career pathways, geared to influence spaces of leadership and social justice in our current and future global community. Stratton staff maintains high expectations for all students and proudly serves families from all backgrounds, races, and achievement levels. We Are Stratton Strong! Contact me at gwinzi@u4sd.org. - Zipporah Gwin

Zipporah Gwin
  • Zipporah Gwin

    A MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL

    Stratton is a Magnet School that instructs the elementary school core curriculum through an art lens, using visual art, music, drama, and dance to engage and challenge students. Students take ownership of their educational experiences by setting academic goals and pursuing their choice of artistic expression while being exposed to professional artists, art in many forms, and various opportunities to perform. We also offer an academically rigorous French dual-language program for grades K-5, providing students with 50% English and 50% French instruction. At Stratton, students are empowered to succeed in their chosen college and career pathways, geared to influence spaces of leadership and social justice in our current and future global community. Stratton staff maintains high expectations for all students and proudly serves families from all backgrounds, races, and achievement levels. We Are Stratton Strong! Contact me at gwinzi@u4sd.org. - Zipporah Gwin

    school info

    PRINCIPAL

    Zipporah Gwin

    PHONE

    217-373-7330

    ADDRESS

    902 N Randolph Street Champaign, Il 61820

    BELL SCHEDULE

    8:40 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

    Spotlight

    Smiling young woman with fair skin and brown hair

    I enjoy painting and coloring in coloring books as a form of decompression. I am not the best artistically, but I find both of those to be relaxing and peaceful!

    - Miss Trumann, Kindergarten (year 1)

    Woman with blue eyes and brown, straight hair, wearing blue floral shirt against a colorful geometric background

    FUN FACTS: I am left handed, I coach girls swimming for Central, my husband is also a teacher in the district!

    - Ms. Nina, Essential Skills (year 7)

    Woman with blonde, side-parted hair, wearing black jacket and lanyard with blue shirt

    In my spare time, I enjoy going to Florida and U of I basketball games!

    - Ms. Erika, Teacher's Aide (year 14)

    Smiling young woman with dark, straight hair wearing butter-yellow shirt

    I love listening to music! I used to play violin and viola when I was young.

    - Ms. C. Kim, 2nd Grade (Year 3)

    woman with sparkled cats-eye glasses and short spikey hair

    I love to sing and paint. I was even in The Marching Illini as an undergrad!

    - Ms. Collins, STAR 3-5 (Year 1)

    Woman with brown bangs, wearing makeup and smiling

    I love to visit art museums and learn about new artists. Bisa Butler is a favorite.

    - Mrs. Goodfellow-Vargas, Instructional Coach (Year 19)

    Woman wearing glasses and black head covering, looking directly at camera

    I enjoying relaxing, spending time with my family, and I love watching Christmas movies.

    - Ms. Connie, Teacher's Aide (Year 8)