ABOUT US
Welcome to Folwell Elementary, a 2023 National Blue Ribbon School! Located in one of Rochester's historic neighborhoods, our school has served families since 1930. We are a small, close-knit community of students who speak at least 17 different languages. At Folwell, we honor our deep traditions while preparing every student for a bright future.
Nationally recognized excellence:
We are proud to be a 2023 National Blue Ribbon School, a prestigious award that recognizes high academic success. When you see the blue ribbons on our fence, you know that your student is attending one of the best schools in the country!
Deep thinking and real learning:
Our students don't just memorize answers, they learn to think. Teachers challenge students to solve problems, collaborate on projects, and explain their big ideas. We focus on "authentically thinking," which means your student will be challenged to grow every single day.
A school that feels like family:
"We are Folwell!" is more than a saying; it's how we live. Because we are a small school, students of all ages know and help one another. When you walk our halls, you will see students and staff greeting each other by name. We are a community that truly cares.
Learning to SOAR:
Our Folwell Falcons fly high by following our four school promises based on the acronym SOAR.
S: Safety
O: Own Your Behavior
A: Always Learning, and
R: Respectful.
These values help us build a safe and happy school for everyone.
Our mission at Folwell
Our mission is to equip every student with the knowledge, independence, and resilience to pursue a fulfilling path.
Challenged to Strive. Supported to Thrive.
Our Districtwide Values
Providing exceptional opportunities to succeed
We offer an extraordinary level of opportunities, classes, and experiences. Our standard of excellence ensures more than one path to success.
Building belonging and connection
By celebrating differences and embracing individual perspectives, we cultivate a vibrant sense of community and culture that benefits students, staff, and families.
Ensuring excellence through evidence
We offer an extraordinary level of opportunities, classes, and experiences. Our standard of excellence ensures more than one path to success.
Supporting the whole student
Through nurturing social skills and emotional wellbeing, we meet each student’s needs to help them flourish on their unique path.
Digging deeper for real-world application
We go beyond convention by fostering critical thinking skills, emotional intelligence, and deeper learning for success here in Rochester and beyond.
Investing in our community’s future
As the heart of a community focused on lifelong learning, we prepare the next generation of thinkers and doers.