Elementary - Teaching and Learning

Early Learning | Elementary | Secondary

Core Curriculum

Academically Talented Programs

The mission of the Academically Talented Program is to provide appropriate educational opportunities for those students who display attributes associated with academic talent in reading and in mathematical learning areas.  Read more

Dual Language Program

The Oswego Community Schools' Dual Language Program provides a unique opportunity for students to participate in the regular district curriculum in two languages. This is a program focused on students' academic growth and achievement while having instruction in two languages.  Read more

Educational Technology

Oswego Community Unit School District 308 recognizes that technology plays an increasingly important role in our society and continues to redefine what it means to be educated.  Read more

English Language Learning

We believe that young children are active learners who learn best when their individual needs and interests are considered and when learning is integrated through all the developmental areas (physical, social, emotional, and intellectual).  Read more

Everyday Math

Oswego School District parents now have online access to a new K-5 math resource guide packed with valuable information on mathematics standards, concepts, goals and expectations for students at each grade level, tips for at-home success, including a sampling of math problems that parents and students can work on together, and more.  Read more

Hands on Science

The Science Programs of Oswego District 308 are anchored in an inquiry approach to science learning. Students participate in hands-on investigations in order to develop a deeper understanding of science concepts.  Read more

Reading Program

The Houghton Mifflin Reading Series was adopted in the Oswego School District during the 2005-06 school year. Houghton Mifflin Reading is based on the most respected scientific research in order to deliver effective instruction in the five key areas of reading: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Students engage in award winning literature by favorite authors and illustrators. These stories are found in the grade level anthology and leveled readers. After each theme, students are assessed on skills and strategies. Teachers use this information to guide instruction, to monitor and document student progress, and to screen and diagnose reading abilities. Read more

SEED - Student Experiential Education Development

The goal of this program is to provide opportunities for both students and teachers. S.E.E.D. provides resources, including materials, speakers, contacts, and workshops that will help enhance educational experiences.  Read more

Special Education

The mission of the Oswego Community District 308 Elementary Learning Disabilities Program is to accommodate diverse learners in order to allow them to successfully reach their full educational and social potential. Multi-sensory tools are used to address individual learning styles.  Read more

Speech and Language

Speech and Language services are provided by speech/language pathologists (SLP’s) who have extensive training in the assessment and treatment of speech/language disorders. District 308 provides speech/language services to students in grades K-12 who qualify under district standards.   Read more

Social Workers

We are a strong team, and our goal is to provide continuity across district social work programs!  Read more

Testing at 308

Oswego Community Schools are committed to educating students to their highest level of academic performance. One way the school district supports sound decision-making for school improvement as well as planning for the needs of individual students is through the collection and analysis of test data.  Read more