About our School

Theme | Long Range Goals | School Activities | History     

School Hours

Regular School Hours: 9:00 am - 3:33 pm
AM Kindergarten: 9:00 am - 11:59 am
PM Kindergarten: 12:44 pm - 3:33 pm

Theme - The theme for McCall School is Branch into Science

Science is integrated with all core curriculum subjects at McCall School. Research shows that when subjects are integrated, students' insight understanding, and motivation are increased. The science theme is evident throughout the school. It is reflected in the long range goals, the Science Discovery Center, McCall School Activities, and many of the schools community partnerships.

Long Range Goals

1. Expand activity in math, science, and technology to develop scientific literacy of students and staff.
2. Expand community involvement.
3. Provide a safe and supportive learning enviroment.
4. Expand activity in reading and writing in order to improve competency and instill a love of reading.

McCall School Activities

• All American Readers
• D.A.R.E.
• Enviromental Field Trips
• Field Day
• Outdoor Education
• Reading Enrichment
• Recycling
• Science Assemblies
• Leprechaun Inventions

History

The school was built in 1962 and named after former Waukegan Elementary Superintendent, Dr. H.R. McCall. We were a neighborhood school in the beginning of our existence, but approximately 10 years ago with the influx of students into the Waukegan School District, our boundaries were expanded. Shortly thereafter, all Waukegan Schools were asked to select a focus, or theme to represent their school. Here at McCall School, we chose Science as our main thrust of integration. A portable classroom was renovated to become our self-contained science center. McCall School has maintained a high level of academic success; while retaining the personalization of a home school. In 1998 – 1999 an addition was added to the original structure to welcome 10 classes of special needs students. We have grown from approximately 22 staff members to over 60 staff members. With approximately 425 students.