Lucy Craft Laney Elementary School
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About
About Us
Lucy Craft Laney Community School in North Minneapolis holds itself & its students to the highest standards. Lucy Laney establishes a collaborative learning environment through family & community partnerships while building respect & trust through a focus on culturally relevant teaching. With unwavering compassion, hope & love, staff at Lucy Laney believe in children’s limitless potential & lifelong success. The school enjoys deep connections & relationships with its neighborhood & community, with many partners helping teach life lessons.
Languages spoken by school staff
English, Spanish
Extra programming
At Lucy Laney, they believe that learning extends beyond the classroom. Their after-school programming provides students with opportunities to explore their interests, develop new skills, & connect with peers & mentors. Through their partnership with the Beacons program, Lucy Laney offers a dynamic after-school experience.
Their offerings include GEMS & GISE, which focus on hands-on science, technology, engineering, & math (STEM) learning such as LEGO robotics & Art Buddies, a creative one-on-one mentorship program. Art Buddies pairs adults with students to foster imagination, self-belief, & creative problem-solving. Lucy Laney is committed to providing enriching activities that build character, inspire creativity, & strengthen the community.
Extracurriculars Offered:
Music, STEM/STEAM Clubs, Sports
Uniforms
Students who attend Lucy Craft Laney Elementary School are not required to wear uniforms.
How to enroll
If interested in enrolling, contact Student Placement Services at (612) 668-1840 or sps.department@mpls.k12.mn.us.
Students at this school
Teachers at this school
Average student to teacher ratio
Academics
Below Average
Academic programming
Lucy Laney’s academic program is designed to provide a strong foundation for all students, aligning with Minnesota State Standards & Minneapolis Public Schools curriculum policies. They focus on core subjects, including English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, & Social Studies, to ensure every student is prepared for future success. Their dedicated teachers deliver high-quality, standards-based instruction with an emphasis on literacy & math. They utilize a variety of teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of their students, ensuring a rigorous yet supportive learning environment. This approach prepares students not only for academic excellence, but also for college, careers, & civic life.
Academic Programs Offered:
Personalized Learning, STEM/STEAM
Special education programming
Lucy Laney’s special sducation program is dedicated to providing individualized & equitable services to students in their least restrictive environment. Their inclusive model, for students in kindergarten through 5th grade, ensures that all students are rooted & grounded in a general education classroom, rather than in self-contained classrooms. Students receive their special education minutes through a combination of collaborative “push-in” support from special education teachers & small, targeted “pull-out” groups. Their early childhood special education program, serving Pre-K students with disabilities, provides a strong foundation for future learning. Lucy Laney’s mission is to promote physical & emotional safety, trust, & shared decision-making while providing every student with the tools they need to succeed in a community built on shared learning & belonging.
Curricula
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English language learner programming
Lucy Laney celebrates the diverse linguistic backgrounds of their students. Their English Learner (EL) program is designed to support students in acquiring English, while also honoring & developing their home language. The school provides a variety of services, including dedicated pull-out & push-in support from licensed EL teachers, as well as collaborative instruction within the general education classroom. Their goal is to ensure that all English Learners have equitable access to the core curriculum & achieve academic success. Lucy Laney is committed to creating an inclusive environment where every student’s linguistic & cultural identity is valued & nurtured.
Proficiency
1 out of 10 students are performing math at grade level
2 out of 10 students read at grade level
Progress
3 out of 10 students are progressing to graduate on grade-level in math
4 out of 10 students are progressing to graduate on grade-level in reading
Climate
Average
School values
At Lucy Laney, they believe that strong schools reflect strong communities. The school is proud to be a central part of their Minneapolis neighborhood, & they are committed to serving the families who call it home.
Lucy Laney welcomes students & families from all backgrounds & believes that our diversity is our greatest strength. By working together, they create a supportive & inclusive environment where every student can thrive. Lucy Laney is a place where every family belongs, & together, they are building a stronger, more vibrant community.
Recess
No response from school.
Discipline Policy
At Lucy Laney, they are committed to fostering a safe, welcoming, & productive learning environment for everyone. They achieve this by focusing on social-emotional learning (SEL) & maintaining high expectations for student conduct. Their discipline policy is designed to be restorative, focusing on teaching students to take responsibility for their actions, understand their impact on others, & make better choices in the future.
Lucy Laney believes that by helping students develop empathy, self-control, & conflict-resolution skills, they can create a school community built on mutual respect. While they will address all instances of misbehavior, their primary goal is to teach & guide, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to learn & grow from their mistakes.
Teacher retention
Attendance
Discipline
Equity
Below Average
Equity vision
Lucy Laney believes in the power of an inclusive & equitable community. They celebrate the rich diversity of their students’ experiences, & they are committed to making sure every child feels a sense of belonging. Their goal is to create a learning environment where all students see themselves in what they’re taught.
The school holds high expectations for every student, believing that with the right support, all students can achieve academic excellence. They are also committed to a continuous journey of self-reflection, actively working to interrupt biases so that they can create a truly fair & just environment for all.
