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Wayne Bricker Elementary School ~ Home of the Bobcats!

Bricker Elementary is a small neighborhood public elementary school on the southeast side of Colorado Springs. It was built in 1980 and named after Wayne Bricker, a former Harrison School District 2 Superintendent. During his years of service, Wayne was Superintendent of the Year in 1975, Educator of the Year in 1977, and received many other awards in the field of education.

Our Highly Qualified and Dedicated Staff

Teachers:

  • 2 Kindergarten
  • 2 First Grade
  • 2 Second Grade
  • 2 Third Grade
  • 2 Fourth Grade
  • 2 Fifth Grade
  • 2 Culturally & Linguistically Diverse
  • 2 Moderate Needs Special Education
  • 3 Autism Classes
  • .5 Music
  • .5 Physical Education
  • .5 Art
  • 1 Math Coach
  • 1 Literacy Coach
  • .5 Interventionist
  • 1 Counselor
  • 1 Social Worker
  • .5 Psychologist
  • 1 Speech Pathologist

Support Staff:

  • 9 Special Education Paras
  • 1 Library/Media Technician Para
  • 3 Instructional Paras
  • 2 Enhanced Core Reading Instructor Paras
  • 1 Health Tech Para
  • 1 Registrar 
  • 1 Principal Secretary
  • 1 Building Engineer
  • 2 Night Custodial Staff
  • 1 Nutrition Manager
  • 2 Nutrition Support Personnel

Administrators:

  • 1 Principal
  • 1 Assistant Principal

Our Students

     280 young student leaders in grades K-5

     40% of our students are English Language Learners

1 Center of Excellence Award

Multiple Clubs & Activities

  • Seasonal Sports: Golf, Basketball, Soccer
  • STEM & LEGO Challenge Club
  • Art Club
  • Martial Arts
  • Cheerleading
  • Leadership

Our commitment to the development of every student is visible through our dedication to high-quality instruction, programs, and community connections for our students. We provide outstanding art, computer literacy, music and physical education for all students, in addition to our impactful core instruction.

2024-2025 School Culture Survey Highlights

Positives

96% of students say that their teachers help them if they have trouble learning something.

100% of families like how the school looks.

98% of staff say that they work well with their coworkers/colleagues.

Improvement Opportunities

  • 69% of students report that when something breaks at the school, it is fixed quickly.
  • 64% of families say that their child feels challenged by his/her schoolwork.
  • 79% of staff feel recognized for their work, feel appreciated for their work, and have been provided actionable steps to support their instruction.

Next Steps

  • Talk to students about specific concerns around the building and put up a notice when a work order has been submitted.
  • Expand discussions with families to identify different areas for increased student engagement.
  • The leadership team will find meaningful ways to make staff feel seen and heard and appreciated.