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George Washington Elementary reports improved rating, PBIS and attendance efforts
Summary
A George Washington school representative told the Cook County SD 130 board the school moved from 'targeted' status in 2024 to 'commendable' this year and summarized PBIS, updated sound systems, attendance incentives and student supports aimed at improving proficiency and climate.
A representative from George Washington Elementary described schoolwide improvements at the Cook County SD 130 board meeting, saying the school’s performance designation rose from a targeted status in 2024 to 'commendable' this year.
The speaker outlined programs and practices used to raise student outcomes and support behavior: positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) with color‑group crews, morning meetings, 'calming quarters' for short regulation breaks in classrooms, updated sound systems to improve communications, attendance incentives (monthly recognition and backpack tags) and student‑of‑the‑month awards that involve arts, music and physical‑education staff.
The presenter said the school employs 38 staff serving about 223 students in kindergarten through fifth grade and credited teachers and families for student gains. The board was told the school’s improvement plan had been submitted and approved by the Illinois State Board of Education.
The presentation closed with a short video clip of school activities and an acknowledgment of staff who support PBIS and student engagement.
