TO PROSPECTIVE FAMILIES:
Thank you for visiting Plato Academy's website.
While we hope this site gives you a quick introduction to the school
and its curriculum, we realize that there is no substitute for visiting
our campus and experiencing part of the exciting school day. We invite
you to contact us to schedule a tour today.
QUICK FACTS (that make Plato unique)
- Founded in 1952
- Student to Teacher ratio: 10:1
- Full-day Pre-School and Kindergarten
- After and before school care available
- In-depth exploration of thematic units of study for all ages
- Service learning integrated into curriculum
- Modern Greek language instruction Pre-K through 8th grade
- Latin language instruction 4th through 8th grade
- Fine Arts Program: Modern Dance and Movement, Studio Art, Musical Experience Class, Theatre/Drama, Optional Band Program conducted by a professional musician
- Students are required to wear a uniform
- Constructivist learning environment
- Graduates were admitted to St Ignatius
College Prep, Loyola Academy, Regina Dominican, New Trier Honors
program, Niles North Honors program, Lane Tech Honors Program, St.
Viator High school
- Enrollment is open year-round for some grades
HISTORY & AIMS
Plato
Academy, which was founded in 1952, is an independent school that
actively engages children in their own learning and is responsive to
every child’s developmental needs. The educational program at Plato
Academy stems from the belief that children gain a more thorough
understanding of a subject if they experience it holistically. Service
learning lies at the core, providing a springboard for knowledge and
skill acquisition for even the youngest of children.
FACULTY
Plato
Academy emphasizes hands-on learning geared to each child’s
developmental readiness. A glance around any of our classrooms is
evidence of all the ingenuity and effort our teachers put into their
work. Here, teachers are expected to be adaptable, flexible and creative
since they must always be responsive to different learning styles. They
are dedicated to supporting and challenging a child as an individual as
well as a member of a group.
BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL
As
an additional service to parents, children may arrive at school as
early as 7:45 a.m. at no extra charge. At the end of the school day,
they may stay in a reasonably priced after school program until 6:00
p.m. participating in arts-and-crafts activities, games, dramatic play
and homework support.
GOVERNANCE
A
Board of Directors governs Plato Academy. We also have a PTO that
engages in creative activities that promote the philosophy of the
school.
STUDENT BODY
At
Plato Academy, we are committed to enrolling a community of learners
that is socially, religiously, ethnically and economically diverse. The
school offers partial scholarships to families in need.
GRADUATE PROFILES
Plato
Academy has a 50-year tradition of achievement. The academic and
personal success of our past graduates suggests that our future
graduates will follow in the footsteps of the successful alumni before
them.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Location: 733 Lee Street, Des Plaines Illinois 60016
Phone: 847-768-7188 Fax: 847-768-7612
Administration: Marian Koritsaris, M. Ed, Director
Venus Campanelli , Assistant to the Director
