Badger Elementary School

501 South Bluemound Drive

School District

Appleton Area
Grade

PK, K-6
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:8
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by other on March 31, 2021

We moved out of the area to Colorado Springs and what I wouldn't give to have my daughter be able to go back here. Every teacher along the way, from Kindergarten to her final year there (2nd grade) showed genuine care for my daughter. It's always a bit tough to let your child go from your side for their first day of school, but after her first day in Kindergarten it was clear she was in great place. The rest of the Badger Elementary staff we interacted with were just the same as the teachers from my perspective. Night and day compared to here, but it the difference just makes me more grateful for the Badger staff. Thank you, Badger Elementary Team, you are missed.
Submitted by other on January 30, 2021

While a majority of the staff at Badger truly care about the students, there was one area of concern. During my time working at Badger Elementary I observed a young first grade teacher that was lacking in patience and empathy when it came to her disruptive students. She was also overheard using negative labels when discussing these troubled students as well.
Submitted by parent on February 09, 2016

I enjoy the sense of community the staff at Badger offers! I know that my daughter is comfortable and safe at school each day.
Submitted by parent on September 28, 2015

Badger is a great school. The teachers, staff and administrators care so much about the students. They are always looking to grow and improve. We are excited for the new student run bank this year and the lessons that will help teach. Badger it truly a hidden gem of a school within Appleton. I would choose it (and do) versus any other Appleton school.
Submitted by parent on December 16, 2014

We love Badger! We would choose Badger over any school. We have 3 kids at Badger (they've all attended here since kindergarten), and they are so cared about in this school. The staff...teachers, principal, and support staff are top notch. We feel at home at Badger. The parent community is very involved and made to feel like an important part of the school.
Submitted by parent on October 20, 2014

Badger Elementary is very involved with both the students and the parents. This is important for a student s education to be successful, without the parents, teachers and leaders of the community and school collaborating, the students suffer. Badger has shown exemplary leadership in ensuring that the children are educated in a well-rounded and engaging environment. I am proud to state that my child attends Badger elementary! All interactions that I have had with my child and the staff have been positive, something that is hard to find in today s school systems. If you have any doubt about your child attending such a fine school, I would encourage you to meet the staff and leadership at Badger elementary and find out firsthand what their mission is, what their program is about and what the children are learning.
Submitted by parent on October 18, 2014

We moved into this school's neighborhood a year ago and the transition has been amazing! Our students have transitioned so well. The staff is simply a breath of fresh air.... positive, upbeat, engaging, caring... the principal is involved and has such a fun personality, the kids just love him. I have had nothing but cheerful faces to greet me each and every time I've gone in, starting at the office with the secretary. My kids are learning, and some of the techniques are very effective and they are loving school. I also think the school layout is well planned. The classrooms are large, updated, clean, and the building well maintained. The playground is large as well, but you wouldn't know it from the street.... it's tucked from view of the busier intersection and feels safe and welcoming complete with a gazebo, baseball diamond, fun equipment, and a large blacktop area to offer variety on those wet spring days. We jumped in and got involved with a large and successful PTA and so far have participated in a parade, a family run, a book fair, a successful fundraiser that was run smoothly and efficiently.... Badger has a lot of spirit and a lot to offer!
Submitted by parent on October 17, 2014

Badger School is a small school where you really get to know all of the teachers, staff and other parents. Mr. H is a great principal who offers tremendous leadership to the school. He is highly respected by the staff and the students. The community is very diverse, which I think is a great environment for children to learn. The class sizes in kindergarten through third grade are very small which gives the teachers more time to work individually with students. The Badger PTA is great and they provide a lot of opportunities for families to get together outside of school. Badger School also has a Boys & Girls Club location onsite to provide before and after school care.
Submitted by teacher on June 16, 2014

Just walk through the halls of Badger and you will see and hear excitement, learning and true caring about students and community. The staff works so hard to give every student the supports they need to be successful, to bring innovative programming into the school, and to show genuine love and concern for every single person (student and community member) who walks through the door. Badger is a very special place to be. Come and check it out- you won't be sorry!
Submitted by teacher on March 31, 2014

One of the most "student focused" schools in the entire Fox Valley. The staff is highly motivated and they implement the newest strategies in teaching to reach and expand the comprehension levels of all students. Badger's academic programs, extra curricular activities, and parent involvement is incredibly impressive. I'm very proud to be a Badger Bulldog!
Submitted by parent on September 16, 2009

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