The Children's School of Rochester School No. 15

School Information
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Start Time 7:30 a.m.
Dismissal Time 2:00 p.m.Grade Level PreK-685 Hillside Ave., Rochester, NY 14610
Phone (585) 262-8830
Email/Text 15info@rcsdk12.org
Website www.rcsdk12.org/15Principal
Jay Piper
Assistant Principal
Chanta Willis
Parent Contact
Ashwin Basnet
Board Liaison
Beatriz LeBron
School Chief
Shirley J.A. Green
DASA Coordinator
Chanta Willis
Plans and Reporting
What Every Family Should Know
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Half of the students at The Children’s School are English language learners from other countries who bring a variety of cultural traditions and life experiences which enrich instruction for all students. We also have a unique school governance which includes staff, families, administrators, and community partners working collaboratively in shared decision making. Families are invited to attend our school-wide “Morning Briefings” (assemblies) which celebrate students’ learning and their accomplishments.
Program Features
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Uniforms Required NoForeign Languages NoEnglish Language Learners YesHonors/Enrichment Classes NoEarly Literacy Program YesChorus YesBand/Orchestra YesInstrumental Music Lessons YesSports NoStep Teams NoExtended/Expanded Day NoSaturday School NoOn-Site After-School Care NoSummer Programs YesBusiness/College/Faith Partnerships First Unitarian Church, University of Rochester School of Nursing, University of Rochester Refugee Student Alliance
Unique Features
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- Extracurricular activities provide opportunities for families and community partners to work collaboratively in shared decision making. This includes the PTO and school work groups that provide school governance.
- Families are invited to participate in “Morning Briefings,” which are assemblies and/or celebrations that provide an opportunity for students to share their accomplishments and establish a firm literacy foundation.
- English as a New Language (ENL) services support students’ academic needs. Half of the students in this school are from other countries and bring a variety of cultural traditions and life experiences which enrich instruction for all students. These are celebrated and shared at frequent school events for students, families, and community partners.