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Mission:
The mission of Paul Laurence Dunbar Elementary School is to provide an environment where children are treasured, prepare our students to become Independent learners equipped to think effectively, and teach students to anticipate new learning experiences while feeling confident in their ability to be productive in a changing society.
Vision:
Create independent learners with critical thinking skills, perseverance, and effective communication skills in an ever changing society.
News & Announcements
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Advanced Placement (AP) courses and exams give high school students the opportunity to engage in college-level learning, earn college credit, and strengthen their readiness for postsecondary education.
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We are proud to share that all 11 of our schools have achieved a 100% health compliance rate
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Tyonna Woodhouse, our Homeless/Attendance/Truancy Officer at Avant Elementary, has been selected as one of Illinois’ nominees for the national 2026 Recognizing Inspiring School Employees (RISE) Award.
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East St. Louis School District 189 is seeking proposals from Illinois qualified and reliable third-party transportation vendors to support safe, timely, and consistent student transportation across the district.
![Vivian Adams and Wright Preschool Programs Receive Gold Circle of Quality]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1684132884/estl189com/aqaxegypmszykue5memv/ExceleRateGoldCirclepic.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1684132884/estl189com/aqaxegypmszykue5memv/ExceleRateGoldCirclepic.jpg","width":429}])
Vivian Adams Early Childhood Center and Dr. Katie Harper Wright Preschool early learning programs have earned the Gold Circle of Quality – the highest distinction awarded by ExceleRate Illinois!
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Please take a moment to review our spectator guidelines for home games.
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Student School Supply Lists Can be Found Here
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Our district provides Chromebooks to all students in Kindergarten through Grade 12 to support learning beyond the classroom.
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East St. Louis Senior High School senior Pierre Walton has cemented his place in history, claiming the 2025 IHSA Wrestling Championship in Class 2A (165-pound weight class).
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“We are making meaningful progress toward our goals,” said East St. Louis School District 189 Superintendent Arthur R. Culver. “I commend our school leaders, educators, support staff, and especially our outstanding students and their families. Their hard work and commitment to excellence continue to drive improvements in numerous indicators of student success.”
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East St Louis Senior High School, 4901 State St, East St Louis, IL 62205, USA
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By The Numbers
18.3:1
Class Size
359
Striving Students
64
Skillful Staff
7
Clubs, Activities & Sports