Welcome to Chaffee Elementary School
Welcome to Chaffee Elementary School!
Home of the Red Devils!
408 Elliott
Chaffee, Missouri 63740
Phone: 573-887-3244
Fax: 573-887-6493
Dear CES Community,
At Chaffee Elementary School we believe that everyone is a learner every day. We are committed to excellence and the education of the whole child. Our commitment to excellence is evident in our strong academic programs, community atmosphere, student support, and positive relationships. We celebrate student success and work hard to help students overcome obstacles to achieve at the highest levels. The education provided by CES prepares students for secondary school and beyond. Please join the efforts to make this year the best ever.
Yours in education,
Dr. Jennifer Vandeven
Elementary Principal
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Chaffee Elementary
MISSION STATEMENT
Chaffee Elementary School exists to provide a safe and supportive learning environment with high expectations of students, staff, and community.
VISION STATEMENT
Chaffee Elementary School strives to become an exemplary learning community through high quality instruction with respect for all members.
SLOGAN
"Everyone a Learner, Every Day"
Am I living our mission?
Am I striving to work daily towards our vision?
Was I a learner today?
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Elementary Principal
Dr. Jennifer Vandeven
Dr. Jennifer Vandeven has served as the Elementary School Principal for the past four years and has also served as the district's Special Education Director for seven years. Prior to becoming Principal, Dr. Vandeven served as the Assistant Elementary School Principal for three years. Before coming to Chaffee, she taught special education for ten years and was a history teacher for two years in the Cape, Jackson, and Sikeston school districts. She received her Bachelor's Degree (Special Education) and Master's Degree (Special Education Administration) from Southeast Missouri State University. She received her Doctoral Degree in Educational Leadership at Saint Louis University. Dr. Vandeven has lived in Chaffee her whole life, attending both Chaffee Elementary and Chaffee Jr/Sr High School. She and her husband live in Chaffee with their two children. Dr. Vandeven is committed to the education of the whole child and welcomes parental involvement and community input. If you have a question or concern, please feel free to contact her by email at [email protected] or by phone at (573) 887-3244, ext. 202.