McCornack Elementary School
1968 Brittany St.,
Eugene,
OR
97405
(541) 790-5800
Fax: (541) 790-5805
Grades:
K-5
Enrollment:
395
Middle School Region:
Kennedy
High School Region: Churchill
High School Region: Churchill
Mission Statement:
McCornack Elementary’s mission is to educate, nurture and inspire each individual to be a respectful, contributing citizen of our global community.Program Description:
McCornack's teaching staff, including music and physical education specialists, are committed to helping students develop to their highest potential. Strong academic skills, effective written and oral expression, problem solving, cooperative work habits and the ability to live harmoniously in a world of diversity and change are emphasized. The collaboration between school staff, parents and community volunteers allows for rich, varied programs including unicycle club, intramurals, choir, Chinese club, taiko drumming class, gardening club, chess, ukulele class and technology club.
School Highlights:
- Strong project-based learning focus, physical education, technology, counseling support, music specialist, augmented by strings and choir programs
- Positive Behavior Support program and Second Step character development curriculum
- Spring musical
- Extensive before- and after-school enrichment opportunities
- Strong school and community volunteer program (e.g. Oasis mentors)
School Improvement Goals:
- Raise student achievement in math, reading/literature and writing
- Continue to maintain a safe and productive learning environment
- Increase parent involvement in school and community activities
Other Information:
We at McCornack are members of a global citizenry, understanding and respecting our commonalities, accepting and appreciating our differences. We model enthusiasm for learning and provide state-of-the-art education to prepare students to be lifelong learners who are flexible and equipped for the changing demands of the world. We promote our students’ self-esteem so that they may achieve success in school academically, socially and creatively. We teach the language of respect. Each individual within our learning community is valued for his/her unique contribution. We instill social responsibility, focusing on ourselves, others and our environment. We empower and inspire our students to contribute their excellence to the world.
School Colors:
Gold and Silver