If you are considering building a home for your family in Northern Wisconsin, our small town of Phelps Wisconsin is a great choice! In addition to a friendly community, beautiful scenery, and great local events, Phelps also boasts of a wonderful school district. The Phelps School District is made even better by the amazing support it receives from the local community, which is dedicated to helping it’s youth receive a good education.
Phelps students are definitely receiving a good education! Phelps School District boasts of an average student/teacher ratio of 6:1, allowing each student to get the individual attention they need. Smaller class sizes also allow for better communication with parents who want to stay involved in their child’s education. More one-on-one time ensures that students who are struggling won’t be left behind. The teachers take a pro-active, personal approach so that each student succeeds to the best of their abilities.
The Phelps School prides itself on the integration of technology throughout the school. Every 4K through 5th grader is provided with iPods and iPads to use in class and take home on weekends or for projects. 6th through 12th graders, as well as all teachers, receive a personal laptop to complete assignments, keep up-to-date on grades and schedules, and maintain communication between the teachers and students.
Every teacher maintains a classroom website, where students can easily check in for information about assignments and due dates. The school also uses the Infinite Campus system, which allows both students and parents to log in and check assignment deadlines, view grades, and receive notifications of student absences or tardies. This is a great tool for parents to keep track of how well their child is doing in school!
The Phelps School has received multiple recognitions of its excellence! US News and World Report has awarded the school a Bronze Award for top high schools in the nation for multiple years. Phelps has also received the No Child Left Behind Act Blue Ribbons Schools Award, as well as the New Wisconsin Promise School of Recognition Award for creating a learning environment that allows all children to succeed.
Students that attend the Phelps School prove their success with above state average test scores as well as a high graduation rate of over 90%. With an abundance of sports and extracurricular activities, students are give the opportunity to express their individuality. A first-time visitor can see creativity being expressed in the artwork displayed throughout the school, as well as a hands-on approach to learning both in and outside of classrooms. The Phelps School District’s mission says it best: “Create an environment of opportunity for our youth through excellence in education”.
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