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School Mission:
James Avant Elementary School provides all students with a safe and nurturing learning environment that fosters a rigorous and diverse core curriculum in every classroom.
Vision:
Our vision at James Avant Elementary School is to create a learning environment that fosters high expectations for success, college and career readiness, and productive citizenship.
News & Announcements
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The Burton and Craig Shields Foundation presents Craig Blac's 24th Annual Community Cuts for Kids in East St. Louis on Sunday, August 10, 2025 from 2 pm to 6 pm.
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The Jackie Joyner-Kersee Foundation is excited to invite families to the East St. Louis Annual Back to School Event on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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East St. Louis School District 189 is committed to ensuring that our students have access to nutritious meals during the summer.
The Summer Feeding Program will run from July 1 through July 31
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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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By The Numbers
13.7:1
Class Size
80
Staff Members
325
Striving Students
39
Clubs, Sports & Activities