Antioch Upper Grade School

Initial Designation: 2024

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School Details

  • Principal: Joe Koeune
  • District: Antioch CCSD
  • County: Lake
  • Community: Rural

Characteristics

  • Academic Excellence - Faculty use multiple methods to assess and monitor the progress of student learning
  • Developmental Responsiveness - Faculty uses well-developed procedures for effective classroom management
  • Organizational Structures and Processes - Adoption of a shared vision for our school's high performance
  • Social Equity - Fluid approach to addressing student needs with short and longer-term intervention support

Description

Antioch Upper Grade School serves a diverse student population of over 600 learners who thrive in a professional and academically rigorous environment. Our commitment to the whole child is anchored in specific social-emotional programs such as the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework and our daily Advisory sessions, which focus on building resilience and empathy. These initiatives ensure every student feels supported while developing essential life skills for future success. Academically, Antioch Upper Grade is recognized for outstanding middle school programs including our award-winning STEM labs and a comprehensive Fine Arts department that encourages creative expression. Students engage in high-level inquiry through accelerated math tracks and immersive technology courses that prepare them for the challenges of high school. By balancing emotional well-being with high expectations, we empower our students to become responsible global citizens. At Antioch Upper Grade, excellence is a daily practice shared by our dedicated staff and vibrant community.
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