Welcome to Pepper Elementary
Pepper Elementary School is a traditional Pre-K-5 that includes the Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) pre-school and full-day Kindergarten, school nestled in Oak Park. It is situated just steps from historic Shephard Park and Oak Park’s newly renovated Community Center, Public Library and City Hall. Pepper Elementary School consists of highly qualified teachers and a collaborative staff who provide a safe, nurturing and caring school community for all students.
Please contact Principal Emanuel Haley for a tour!
Our Values
Pepper Elementary School values:
- Grade-level collaboration, including data teams/Professional Learning Communities (PLC), to provide students with high quality instruction.
- Use of innovative opportunities to promote student achievement.
- Embrace and accept all members of our community.
Our Success Goals
Pepper Elementary School Goals for Success:
- Effectively meet and challenge the diverse needs of today’s students.
- Provide parents opportunities to actively participate in their child’s education.
- Maintain a safe and secure academic setting.
- Nurture a spirit of cohesiveness, tolerance, cooperation and flexibility.

Office Hours
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Schools Hours
8:15 AM - 3:15 PM
Latchkey Hours
7:00 AM - 8:10 AM
3:15 PM - 6:00 PM
Pepper Elementary
