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Plaid Academy

11156 S Hoyne Ave, Chicago, IL, 60643-0606 -

School Notes Overview:

P.L.A.I.D. (Positive Learning in an Atmosphere of Individual Development) Academy's goal is to welcome each child into the realm of the successful independent learner. The learning experience designed to achieve this goal places equal emphasis on knowledge, comprehension, application and creativity. While basic elements may be traditional, the learning experience is often unique. Multi-sensory teaching techniques and integrated curriculum encourage synergy for the learner between classroom experiences and real world expectations. Community resources are used to enrich the curriculum. Our small class size allows for individual attention and the interaction between students. The right of each child to realize his or her learning potential is recognized side by side with the belief that self-confidence and the ability to work well with others help the student realize the full benefits of education. ...

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School Overview:

	Plaid Academy
School Membership(s)	Institute for Independent Education National Coalition of Alternative Community Schools
Religious Affiliation	Christian (no specific denomination)
Grades Offered	Grades Prekindergarten - 8
Programs for Learning Differences	Yes
Learning Differences Supported	Dyslexia, language-based, mild learning differences
Year Founded	1994
County	Cook County, IL
Student Body
Total Students	45 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(IL) School Avg.
% Students of Color	50%	34%
Students by Grade
	Kind - 5 students
	Grade 1 - 5 students
	Grade 2 - 5 students
	Grade 3 - 5 students
	Grade 4 - 5 students
	Grade 5 - 5 students
	Grade 6 - 5 students
	Grade 7 - 5 students
	Grade 8 - 5 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	7 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree	75%
	This School	(IL) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:8	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	180 days	176 days
Hours in School Day for Students	6 hours	6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline	None / Rolling
Tuition Notes	see www.plaidacademy.org
Admissions Director	Jean Altman

School Notes:

P.L.A.I.D. Academy opened its doors in 1994. A state recognized private school, the learning experience places equal emphasis on knowledge, comprehension, application and creativity. PLAID graduates are self-confident, independent learners who successfully transition into the high school of their choice. Through a traditional, yet innovative curriculum, PLAID students continually assess skills, set goals and evaluate progress. Multi-sensory teaching techniques and an integrated curriculum encourage synergy for the learner between classroom experiences and real world expectations. Frequent field trips are utilized to enrich the curriculum. Small class size allows for individual attention and the interaction between students. Enhanced Curriculum includes Chinese, Hip-Hop, yoga, swim, and President's Physical Fitness Program, Extracurricular and Intramural activities and an Extended Day Program. P.L.A.I.D. also offers ELS, Essential Learning System, which is an individualized program that addresses learning differences and accelerates student progression. Mulit-sensory exercises enhance linguistic acquistion, coding and transfer learning. Sensory Integration Training develops reflexive learning and links visual, auditory, and motor development.
Profile last updated: 03/06/2008

School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (60643)	School Zip (60643)	(IL) State Average
Population (Approximate)	52,568 people	12,415,876 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	35%	24%
Population Average Age	38 years old	34 years old
Average Household size	3.0 persons	2.6 persons
Median Household Income	$51,305	$48,019
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	6 rooms	5.3 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	58 years old	50 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	79% / 21%	61% / 39%