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To cultivate the potential in every student to thrive as a global citizen by inspiring a love of learning and civic engagement, by challenging and supporting every student to achieve academic excellence, and by embracing the full richness of our community.
Illinois Report Card-ESTL SD 189
VISION
Students in East St. Louis School District 189 are supported physically, socially, and emotionally in a safe and nurturing environment to achieve academic success that prepares them for college, the workforce, and citizenship in the 21st century.
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Please take a moment to review our spectator guidelines for home games.
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East St. Louis School District 189 is seeking proposals from Illinois qualified and reliable third-party transportation vendors to support safe, timely, and consistent student transportation across the district.
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Vivian Adams Early Childhood Center and Dr. Katie Harper Wright Preschool early learning programs have earned the Gold Circle of Quality – the highest distinction awarded by ExceleRate Illinois!
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Student School Supply Lists Can be Found Here
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Our district provides Chromebooks to all students in Kindergarten through Grade 12 to support learning beyond the classroom.
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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.”
Fast Facts
1:1
Computer to Student Ratio
$15.6 Million
Class of 2024 Scholarships
1
Gold Circle of Quality
Preschool
7
Commendable Schools