Science & Arts Academy

Address: 1825 Miner Street Des Plaines, IL 60016

County: Cook

Phone Number: 847-827-7880

Fax Number: 847-827-7716

Principal: Thomas A. Mikolyzk

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Accreditation: Independent Schools Association of the Central States

Organization Affilationss: Illinois Association of Gifted Children National Association of Gifted Children

School Type: Independent, non-denominational day school for gifted children

School Mascot: Screamin' Eagles

Founded: 1992

Ages/Grades: Pre-k through 9th Grade

School Setting:

Suburban campus on almost 6 acres including a large soccer playing field, playground, and new facility that opened in 2007.

School Schedule (Hours in Day): 8:30am - 3:30pm

School Size: 225 Students; 40 faculty/staff

Classroom Size: Small Class sizes - ranging from 8 to 16 depending on age of students

Departments:

Math, Science, Fine & Performing Arts, Language Arts, Social Studies, World Languages & Latin, Philosophy/Logic

Curriculum:

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Arts Programs:

Drama in school day beginning in pre-k through 8th grade.
Dynamic art program including clay work with a pottery wheel and kiln, 3-D projects, self-portraiture, and more.
Music theory, chorus, band, orchestra

Support Services:

Learning Services Staff, School Social Worker, and High School Transitions assistance

Camp Programs: Yes

After School Programs: Yes

School Championships:

Several in both the sciences, arts, and chess competitions.

School Clubs:

Parking Spaces/Availability:

Two parking lots adjacent to the building and playing field

Auditions:

As announced.

Admissions Deadline: Rolling Admissions Deadline

Mission Statement:

The mission of SAA is to provide a stimulating environment in which gifted

children can realize and learn to celebrate their full academic

and artistic potential.