Stoddert Elementary

New school, new natural playgrounds and curriculum gardens

At the PTA meeting on November 12, Julie Schneider updated us on the explorations of a group of parents, teachers, and community members on the potential for integrating natural playgrounds into the new Stoddert campus. Natural playgrounds and other uses of outdoor space create rich opportunities for curriculum development (in science, history, creative arts, and [...]

View the latest Stoddert modernization plans

Powerpoint presentation from November 12 PTA meeting [PDF - 2MB]

WATCH THIS: A video recreation of the new Stoddert

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October 3 | Message from Dr. Cuthbert

THANKS to the PTA and parent volunteers for the wonderful new front playground! The students have many new outlets for their energy. The four-square numbers were painted on Thursday and are terrific. It is so exciting to have been a part of this tremendous effort. It is also great to have more balls and hula [...]

Principal’s update – August 11

Parents, I’m pleased to report we have some very energetic and competent teams working together to help realize a smooth opening for Stoddert “East” (as I like to call it) on August 24. Our fantastic project managers indicate that all estimates are on track, we’ll have our teachers in there next week, and an area [...]

Modernization Conceptual Draft Design

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Stoddert school modernization 2009-2010

Stoddert is slated for modernization beginning summer 2009. We expect the project to take about a year. Please explore the following documents for detailed information. A group of parents and teachers form the School Improvement Team (SIT), which has been tasked with monitoring and contributing to the modernization. The team includes Sumita Arora, Anita Ayerbe, [...]