Washington Park Community School

Academics

Explore the curriculum, programs, and academic support available to students at Washington Park Community School.

Washington Park Community School offers a high-performing, student-centered academic program supported by small class sizes and a strong sense of community. Instruction is structured to foster both academic growth and social-emotional development in a safe, welcoming environment. With a focus on foundational skills, hands-on learning, and creative exploration, students are given the tools they need to succeed—both in school and beyond.

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Core Subjects & Electives

At Washington Park Community School, we provide a standards-based curriculum that teaches students skills for college and career readiness. Our curriculum is built on the Ohio Learning Standards (OLS) for English Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, Electives: Art, Music, Social-Emotional Learning, Technology. Elective courses support the whole child by encouraging creative expression, emotional growth, and 21st-century skill development.

English Language Arts

Students develop strong reading, writing, and communication skills through structured instruction that adapts to their needs. In early grades, phonics and vocabulary build essential literacy skills, while upper grades focus on comprehension, grammar, and writing across multiple genres. Lessons encourage a love of reading and the ability to express ideas with clarity and purpose.

Math

Math instruction emphasizes fluency, problem-solving, and critical thinking. Students begin with foundational operations and build toward concepts like measurement, geometry, and data interpretation. Teachers use visual models, real-world examples, and discussion to help students make sense of math and apply it with confidence.

Science

Students explore scientific concepts through observation, experimentation, and inquiry-based lessons. Units include life, Earth, and physical sciences, with hands-on learning and cross-disciplinary activities that promote curiosity and STEM thinking. Learning is further enriched during STEM Week, where students engage in collaborative, project-based challenges that bring science to life.

Social Studies

Lessons in geography, civics, history, and economics help students understand how people, cultures, and systems shape the world around them. Activities support critical thinking, empathy, and civic engagement, giving students a meaningful understanding of their place in history and community.

Social-Emotional Learning

Using the Zones of Regulation Series, students develop emotional awareness, coping strategies, and self-regulation skills.

Music (Elementary)

Younger students learn rhythm, melody, and musical expression through interactive instruction and performance-based activities.

Art

Students explore visual art through drawing, painting, and hands-on projects that spark creativity and confidence.

Technology

Instruction focuses on digital literacy and responsible use of technology, preparing students to research, create, and collaborate online.

Instructional Model

Our school is built on a strong foundation of high expectations for academic achievement for all students. Our instructional model has four key components to achieve strong academic results:

Individualized Instruction

Students participate in a variety of learning activities each day that individualize instruction for each subject area. Students receive whole class instruction, small group instruction, and individual instruction with teachers, technology and other curricular tools.

Properly Certified & Licensed Teachers

Our teachers meet the educator qualification requirements outlined in the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA): Bachelor’s degree, grade-level teaching license/certificate & ability to demonstrate subject area expertise. Our teachers are supported by trainers and participate in continuous, research-based professional development. Our teachers are accountable for student learning and rewarded for high quality performance.

More Time on Task

Our students receive double the instruction in ELA and Math to provide a strong foundation for all learning. Beginning with full-day Kindergarten, our school also follows a longer school day and school year than many other schools.

Short Cycle Assessments

Student knowledge of academic standards is assessed formally and informally in short cycles by each teacher. Our teachers adjust class-level and individual instruction based on student performance in these frequent intervals.

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Washington Park Community School serves a diverse population of students and we work to support the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of all students.

Kate Craft

Special Education Coordinator

info@wpcsoh.org

(216) 271-6055