Central - Denison Elementary School

900 Wisconsin Street

School District

Lake Geneva J1
Grade

PK, K-3
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:12
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by other on June 03, 2021

I am 20 now but I went to this school from kindergarten to 5th grade and the memories that stuck with me most were the memories of teachers confiscating my Pokémon cards during recess “until after school” and my first grade teacher taking my Bulbasaur pencil sharpener “until the end of the school year”. (My dad and I visited the office after school the same day that one of the teachers confiscated my tin container filled with rare Pokémon cards I was showing a classmate during recess and the teachers denied that it ever happened. As for the sentimental Bulbasaur pencil sharpener that my 1st grade teacher put in her desk drawer, when I asked about it during the last week of school she checked her desk and after being unable to find it she claimed she didn’t remember it at all.) I loved Cen-Den as most of the teachers were super kind, considerate, and wanted the best for their students making it a great environment to grow up in, however, the loss of my Bulbasaur pencil sharpener was truly heartbreaking and unforgettable. This would definitely be a 5-star review if it weren’t for the memories of these tragedies and the teachers’ total disregard for the permanent loss of my personal belongings. RIP Bulbasaur pencil sharpener 2000-2007
Submitted by parent on December 22, 2020

I open enrolled my daughter 3 months ago to Central Denison. We came over from another school in town. Upon starting here, we discovered my child was an entire grade level behind in reading. She was also far behind in math. The level of caring and compassion I have seen at this school leaves me at a loss for words. Mrs. Matthiesen and Mrs. Webster have worked exceptionally hard every day to get my daughter up to speed. So much devotion and communication.. I am proud to say she has found her love for reading and is able to read 4 syllable words in just 3 short months. From sending home age appropriate books, to fun activities like hot cocoa day and a book these teachers have a strong program in place and seriously make learning fun. Becky the principal has the most caring and compassionate heart I have seen in my 18 years of raising kids. This is the type of a principal that meets you late at night for a tour of the school and dresses as Santa Claus to put smiles on the kids faces in crazy times. The music program is insanely great. There was a whole night of fun this years with a live stream Christmas sing along! It was such a fun family night! The PE teacher Mrs. Slattery is so darn creative and makes exercise so fun for the kids with obstacle courses and cool games. It's no wonder she won an award this year. Trust me she deserves every award and is one of those exceptional people that volunteers helping out with all she can for our community. She just makes you smile. This school has made safety and education a top priority in this pandemic. I feel safe sending my child to school because I know she is in the best hands. I absolutely love this school. The staff. The programs they have in place. Character building. I have never seen a child so excited to go to school everyday like I do now. Thank you Cen Den. Please keep up this level of excellence.
Submitted by parent on February 28, 2019

Very sweet school, we’ve had great experiences with teachers and staff. Had several negative experiences on the bus and it was taken care of immediately with one call to the school. The kids take walking field trips to events in town and to the local library. We came from a top ranking school in a neighboring state and think CenDen is just as wonderful.
Submitted by parent on May 17, 2013

Central-Denison is fine if your child does really well in school. Essentially if they would do well anywhere they will do well here. If your child struggles or has special needs this district is TERRIBLE. Its not just one school, its the administration that is very controlling and absolutely terrible. It's like they don't want any child that has extra needs in their school so they try to force them out.
Submitted by parent on January 27, 2012

My daughter is the preschool program here, and she absolutely loves it! The teacher is very sweet, affectionate, loving, patient and creative. The class sizes are small, and there is lots of parent involvement.
Submitted by parent on September 18, 2011

I am so impressed with Central Denison Elementary School. The principal is so hands on with the children and the school program. She makes every child feel important and successful. It is a warm and nurturing building with so much energy. My child was a transfer student and felt like the school was his home within weeks. The size is perfect and the teachers are amazing. They bring so much to the classrooms. My child not only thrived with the curriculum but felt so successful and confident as a student, that he was able to soar academically. Thank You Central Denison your a wonderful school and make every child feel important!
Submitted by parent on May 12, 2011

I Love this school! We were previously living in Crystal Lake, Illinois. this school is MUCH BETTER! The class sizes are smaller, so the teachers are more interested and creative and less stressed out. the principal is incredibly efficient and attentive. I have thouroughly enjoyed every year my son has attended!