Welcome to Juniper Elementary School!

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Diverse Culture of Learners

Have you ever heard the old saying "it takes a whole village to raise a child"? Welcome to Juniper School where we believe the same is true for your child's education. Juniper is a unique school in that we are a technology magnet, home to the district’s fourth- and fifth-grade grade Talented And Gifted program and include a Life Skills and a Speech and hearing-impaired program. These programs, in addition to our regular education, create a diverse culture of learners at a rare school location.

Neighborhood School

Built in 1965, Juniper was once called Pilot Butte Elementary. We are located on the west side of Pilot Butte and have a creative campus of five separate buildings at different levels and wonderful activity areas. A true neighborhood school, many of our students walk or ride bikes to school.

Academics

Juniper's vision is for our students to exit with grade-level mastery in reading, writing, and math. We do this through providing a viable and consistent curriculum in each content area that is accessible to all students. Science, social studies, art, and other enrichment areas are taught through direct lessons and/or integrated units. As a technology magnet school, we teach Code.org, a computer science curriculum, KG through 5th grade. Students learn programming, coding, and develop critical thinking skills that will prepare them for the future. The goal is to teach students not only what is happening on the screen but what is happening behind the screen. All Juniper students have PE, music, and library time each week.

Here to Serve

The Juniper staff is here to serve you. We are dedicated to developing a love of learning in all of our children. Students are most successful when school personnel work closely with parents to meet the unique needs of each individual student. You are invited and encouraged to participate in, and get involved with, your child's education in any way possible. We look forward to working with you to ensure your child's success. If you have any questions about anything, please don't hesitate to call or stop by the office for a visit. Our door is always open.

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Meet The Staff

OFFICE STAFF: Mr. Wolnick - Principal, Ms. Karpstein - FAN Advocate, Ms. Scott - Assistant Principal, Ms. Clark - Office Secretary, Ms. Blackburn - Nurse, Ms. Stein - Office Manager

CUSTODIAL: Mr. Donohue and Mr. Jacobson

NUTRITIONAL SERVICES: Ms. Cole, Ms. Lapham, and Ms. Spencer

INSTRUCTIONAL COACH: Ms. Sultzer

FAMILY LIAISON: Mr. Tico

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School Location

1300 NE Norton Avenue
Bend, OR 97701