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FORT WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS DISTRICT PROFILE SUPERINTENDENT BOARD OF SCHOOL TRUSTEES Dr. Wendy Robinson Julie Hollingsworth.........................................President, District 1 Stephen Corona....................................... Vice President, District 5 SCHOOLS AND STUDENTS Anne Duff.......................................................Secretary, At-large 2019-20 Enrollment 29,671 Glenna Jehl....................................................Member, District 2 14,533 students in pre-K through grade 5 Tom Smith.....................................................Member, District 3 6,304 students in middle school Jordan Lebamoff..............................................Member, District 4 8,040 students in high school Maria Norman..................................................Member, At-large STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS 40% Caucasian CONTACT US: 25% Black Information................................................................467-1000 19% Hispanic Multilingual Information Line..........................................467-2009 10% Multi-racial 6% Asian Superintendent...........................................................467-2025 >1% Native American Communications ........................................................467-2020 62% eligible to receive free Curriculum, Assessment and Instruction.............................467-2845 or reduced-priced meals Family and Community Engagement Center........................467-7250 Over 70 languages spoken Helen P. Brown Natatorium............................................467-2660 Nutrition Services........................................................467-2055 Special Education.........................................................467-1110 There are 50 schools in FWCS: Transportation............................................................467-1900 2 early learning centers (PreK-K) FWCS Website......................................www.fortwayneschools.org 30 elementary schools (K-5) 1 intermediate school (1-8) 10 middle schools (6-8) 5 high schools (9-12) 1 alternative school (6-12) 1 career and technical school (9-12) MISSION Fort Wayne Community Schools educates all students to high VISION Fort Wayne Community Schools will be the school system standards enabling them to become productive, responsible of choice and a source of community pride. citizens. 2 www.fortwayneschools.org
FORT WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS GENERAL INFORMATION WELCOME TO FORT WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Fort Wayne Community Schools is THE choice district, offering high quality academics and an array of enrichment options outside the classroom. WHY CHOOSE FORT WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS? There is no better place for your child to learn, grow and succeed than Fort Wayne Community Schools. Here is why: • Every child matters deeply to us. We are committed to their well-being, safety and success.All means All! • We expect excellence and set high standards for achievement. • Students are encouraged to pursue their passions – we offer a variety of programs of choice and co-curricular activities to meet the needs of every student. • Our schools are alive with diversity, which enhances the school experience as students learn to interact in a diverse environment and prepare for global citizenship in the United States and the world. • Our dedicated, caring staff members are well-qualified and results-oriented individuals who help students achieve their full potential. • We enable creative and innovative learning through technology to engage each student. • We welcome and value parent and community involvement so everyone is included, recognized and valued. College and Career Readiness • A wide selection of Advanced Placement classes or Collegiate Outstanding Co-curricular Options at Every School Connection offered at every high school • Strong athletic programs • Dual-credit courses offered in high schools and at local universities, • Wide variety of clubs for every interest giving students opportunities for both high school and college-level • Strong music, art and dance programs credits • Active Academic Bowl groups • Ample opportunities to earn Honors and Technical Honors Diplomas, helping students get into the colleges of their choice Career Education Programs Resulting in Certifications • Certified Nursing Assistant • Personalized college and career readiness and college tours • EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) • Personalized college and career planning • Indiana Cosmetology License • College and Career Readiness workshops, conferences and symposiums • AWS (American Welding Society) Magnet Schools and Programs for All Interests • Careers in Early Education (CDA) • Montessori at Bunche Early Childhood Center and Towles • 7 NIMS Certifications (Precision Machine) Intermediate School grades one through five • Comptia A+ (IT Academy) • New Tech at Towles Intermediate School grades six through eight • Telecommunicator I (Criminal Justice) • Fine Arts at Whitney Young Early Childhood Center, Weisser Park • Firefighter I & II (Fire Science) Elementary School and Memorial Park Middle School Educating the Whole Child through 6 Cs • STEM at Irwin Elementary School • Character • Communications at Croninger Elementary School • Citizenship Specialized Programs of Study at Every High School • Collaboration • International Baccalaureate (IB) at South Side High School • Communication • Project Lead the Way Engineering at Northrop High School • Creativity • Project Lead the Way Biomedical Sciences at Snider High School • Critical Thinking • Early College, Business, New Tech Academy and ROTC at Wayne High Character Education and Individualized Instruction School • Character education is offered through Positive Behavior Interventions • Early College-Global Studies/World Languages at North Side High and Supports (PBIS), a research-based, nationally recognized system School of proactive behavioral concerns management • Career Education Programs at the FWCS Career Academy at Anthis • Individualized support for students of all ability levels and social/ emotional needs is offered through Student Support Teams, part of FWCS’ Pyramid for Success™ student support system www.fortwayneschools.org 3
FORT WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS TABLE OF CONTENTS SCHOOL CHOICE CATALOG School Choice....................................................5 At a Glance.....................................................6-7 Early Childhood Centers.................................9 Elementary Schools..................................11-27 Intermediate Schools......................................29 Middle Schools..........................................31-37 High Schools..............................................39-43 District Programs............................................44 School Assignment Applications............45-53 School Map Locations....................................55 4 www.fortwayneschools.org
FORT WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS SCHOOL CHOICE MAGNET SCHOOLS break their intra-district transfer and enroll in their At Fort Wayne Community Schools, attendance area school only. FWCS offers two magnet early childhood centers, we are committed to providing three magnet elementary schools, one magnet your child with top quality KINDERGARTEN REQUIREMENTS intermediate school and one magnet middle educational opportunities and To enroll in kindergarten for the 2020-21 school year, school. Magnet schools have no attendance instruction that will ensure their the child must be 5 years old by Aug. 1, 2020. For the boundaries; students must submit an application success today and throughout life. 4-year-old pre-kindergarten program, the child must for enrollment in these schools. Students are All students have an assigned school be 4 years old by Aug. 1, 2020. Parents can apply for accepted based on space availability. If a school has based on family residence location, early entrance into kindergarten only. Applications are more applications than space available, names will but you may apply for admission available at the Family and Community Engagement be selected in a public lottery (with computer- to any of our schools. Students are Center, 230 E. Douglas Ave. The application deadline generated lists). Once chosen, students will receive accepted based on space availability. for early entrance waivers is Dec, 13, 2019. Parents may enrollment information from their magnet school contact the Family and Community Engagement Center principal. Students not selected in the lottery are for deadline information at 467-2120. placed on a waiting list. Students accepted into a magnet school can break TRANSPORTATION their intra-district transfer and enroll in their Students transferring to a school other than their attendance area school only. Once accepted, the assigned school will not be eligible for transportation student’s name is removed from all waiting lists. services. Transportation will be provided to magnet Parents wanting to make a change after accepting schools for students living outside the established No must submit a new application. Transportation Zone (NTZ). For the Programs of Study at the high schools, only students who were accepted PROGRAMS OF STUDY into the Programs of Study through the lottery process FWCS offers specialized Programs of Study at each and live outside the NTZ for the school they will attend high school, giving students an opportunity to try will be provided bus transportation. Only 25 students a career path and develop skills that can be used living outside the school’s boundary per year will be in the workplace. Students living in the Program admitted to each Program through the lottery. Students of Study school attendance area may enroll, and a enrolled in Program of Study classes who live in the maximum of 25 students living outside the school’s attendance area for the school in which the program is attendance area will be admitted to the Program of located will be provided bus transportation, if they live Study. If there are more than 25 applicants living outside the NTZ. Students who were accepted through outside the attendance area, names will be selected the lottery to attend the general program at a high in a public lottery with computer-generated school but later choose to take classes in a Program of lists. Programs of Study require a four-year Study will not be eligible for transportation. For more commitment or the student will return to his or information, please contact FWCS Transportation at her attendance area school. 467-1900. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY LIVING OUTSIDE FWCS (MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOLS) Students who live outside FWCS boundaries are LOTTERY ASSIGNMENT welcome to attend FWCS schools, based on a school’s APPLICATIONS space availability. A tuition payment may be required. Elementary, middle and high school students Call 467-7250 for additional information. interested in special academic programs at schools other than their assigned school must complete the FWCS assignment application. Students accepted into a school other than their assigned school can www.fortwayneschools.org 5
FORT WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS AT A GLANCE l of ge ts ite oo m gua m en e r S n S ch gra l e o an gra oo ith rem / Aft dcar art e t, r ne r P h L ro ea ch l w ui e il rg ag us o lis er P Ar tS oo Req efor l Ch n de M eI g En earn e r n e h Sc ress B hoo i c Fo udy FWCS SCHOOL Ti tl ed ag Sc e-k L Fe M D Pr St ELEMENTARY EARLY CHILDHOODSCHOOLS LY CHILDHOOD CENTERS CENTERS Bunche • W • • Montessori Whitney Young • SS • •+ Arts ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Abbett • • SS •* Adams • • S •* Arlington • N b/a Bloomingdale • • NS •* Brentwood • • NS • b/a •+* Croninger • S • b/a Communications Fairfield • • SS •*+ Forest Park • • NS • b/a •+* Franke Park • • NS b/a •* Glenwood Park • S b/a Haley • • S b/a • + ** Harris • S b/a Harrison Hill • • SS • b/a •+ Holland • N b/a •+ Indian Village • • SS • b/a •* Irwin • W • b/a STEM Levan Scott • • W • •* Lincoln • N b/a Lindley • • W • b/a •* Maplewood • • W b/a •* Northcrest • • NS • b/a •+* Price • • NS b/a • + ** St. Joseph Central • N b/a Shambaugh • N b/a South Wayne • • SS •* Study • • SS • • * Washington • • W b/a •* Washington Center • N b/a Waynedale • • W • • * Weisser Park • SS • b/a Arts N - Northrop Area SS - South Side Area W - Wayne Area b - before school + - Special Education pre-kindergarten NS - North Side Area S - Snider Area ++ - Based on home address a - after school * - requires Title I home address ** - Title I pre-K offered at alternate site 6 www.fortwayneschools.org
FORT WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS AT A GLANCE l of ge ts e oo m gua m l en t e r e Sit e n S ch gra o an gra ith re m r t, r oo Af ca art ne r P h L ro ea ch l w ui e / ild rg ag us o lis er P Ar tS oo Req efor l Ch n de M eI g En earn e r n e h Sc ress B hoo i c Fo udy FWCS SCHOOL Ti tl ed ag Sc e-k L Fe M D Pr St INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Towles • W • b/a Montessori, New Tech MIDDLE SCHOOLS Blackhawk • S Jefferson • N Kekionga • • SS Lakeside • • NS • Lane • S Memorial Park • SS • Arts Miami • • W Northwood • NS • Portage • • W Shawnee • N HIGH SCHOOLS FWCS Career Academy • Career & Technology Education North Side • NS Global Studies/World Languages Northrop • N Project Lead the Way/Engineering Snider • S Project Lead the Way/Biomedical Sciences South Side • SS International Baccalaureate Program Wayne • W New Tech Academy, ROTC and business N - Northrop Area SS - South Side Area W - Wayne Area b - before school + - Special Education pre-kindergarten NS - North Side Area S - Snider Area ++ - Based on home address a - after school * - requires Title I home address ** - Title I pre-K offered at alternate site www.fortwayneschools.org 7
CITIZENSHIP
FORT WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS BUNCHE EARLY CHILDHOOD WHITNEY YOUNG EARLY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTERS CENTER CHILDHOOD CENTER TAMARA MULLINS, PRINCIPAL MELISSA PLUMB,PRINCIPAL MAGNET SCHOOL MAGNET SCHOOL 1111 Greene St. • Fort Wayne, IN 46803 1026 E. Pontiac St. • Fort Wayne, IN 46803 260.467.4790 260.467.8950 Pre-kindergarten through Kindergarten Pre-kindergarten through Kindergarten School Summary School Summary Bunche Early Childhood Center is an American Montessori Whitney Young Early Childhood Center, following the Reggio Society accredited school, focusing on the natural stages Emilia philosophy, seeks to ensure student achievement by of child development in an environment that cultivates the providing a nurturing environment in which all children are student’s desire to learn. Bunche has a Montessori-certified valued, respected and encouraged to construct knowledge instructional staff and administration, quality Montessori and through guided exploration and social interaction as they supplemental materials and a supportive parent community. discover the joy of learning. The school is fully accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. Programs Parents receive a daily e-mail with details and pictures about • Magnet school using the Montessori method of instruction. their child’s day. In collaboration with Discovery Education, • Classrooms are multi-age and culturally diverse. Whitney Young is building a STEAM (Science, Technology, • Children learn by doing and from each other at their own Engineering, Art and Math) culture that inspires and cultivates pace. “Follow the Child,” was the philosophy of Dr. Maria the next generation of problem solvers, inventors and leaders. Montessori when she created the program more than 100 years ago. Programs • Magnet school featuring fine arts. • 1:1 iPad use for kindergarten students to connect Montessori materials to student learning, creating portfolios • Children collaborate, investigate and explore in a beautiful, and connecting with home. calm, peaceful environment. • Students learn to initiate and complete work cycles that • A wide variety of fine arts experiences form a solid require greater concentration and fine motor coordination foundation for continued participation in the arts magnet to master facts and concepts through practice with an array program ranging from visual arts to music and theater. of hands-on manipulative materials. • An inclusive special education pre-kindergarten program is • English Language Learner (ELL) program is offered to available. students for whom English is a new language. • English Language Learner (ELL) program is offered to students for whom English is a new language. Co-curricular Activities • PTA-Sponsored Family Nights Co-curricular Activities • Garden Areas for Classrooms • Garden Club for pre-kindergarten and kindergarten • Peace activities that promote kindness and generosity in the students. community Community Partnerships Community Partnerships • Fort Wayne Ballet exposes our students to dance with classes • Metro Youth Sports Football uses school grounds at the school. • Aquatic connection with Broadway Aquatics. • Fort Wayne Museum of Art provides experiences for our school. • Junior Achievement JA in a Day sponsored by Lincoln Financial • We have various artists from the community in the school throughout the year. • Dance Collective sponsored events • Purdue University Fort Wayne/ACELINK provides virtual Childcare field trip program Before-school and after-school childcare is offered by the YMCA. Childcare Before-school and after-school childcare is offered by the YMCA, before care 6:30 a.m.-7:50 a.m., pre-kindergarten afternoon care 11:45 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and after care 2:20-6 p.m. www.fortwayneschools.org 9
CREATIVITY Abbett, Adams.................................................11 Arlington, Bloomingdale................................12 Brentwood, Croninger....................................13 Fairfield.............................................................14 Forrest Park, Franke Park...............................15 Glenwood Park, Haley....................................16 Harris, Harrison Hill......................................17 Holland, Indian Village..................................18 Irwin..................................................................19 Levan Scott, Lincoln........................................20 Lindley, Maplewood........................................21 Northcrest, Price..............................................22 St. Joseph Central, Shambaugh......................23 South Wayne, Study.........................................24 Washington, Washington Center...................25 Waynedale, Weisser Park................................26
FORT WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS ABBETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FRANK KLINE, PRINCIPAL ALLISON HOLLAND, PRINCIPAL 4323 Smith St. • Fort Wayne, IN 46806 3000 New Haven Ave. • Fort Wayne, IN 46803 260.467.5800 260.467.5850 Pre-kindergarten through fifth grade Pre-kindergarten through fifth grade School Summary School Summary Abbett Elementary School is a diverse and empowering center Adams Elementary School is a dynamic learning center in for student learning. Curiosity, risk-taking, kindness and which caring professionals provide research-based instruction collaborative learning are encouraged in each child and adult to ensure each child achieves academic success. Adams staff every day. Abbett is a student and family community center members provide a student- centered environment that where we believe in the best from every adult and every child. empowers responsible lifelong learners to actively participate in a diverse society. Programs ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS • Computers are available 1:1 for all third through fifth grade Programs students. • Adams is 1:1 with K-2 classes having iPads and 3-5 having • Abbett students enjoy the use of Apple iPads, allowing 21st ThinkPads. Each classroom integrates technology to century skills to be integrated into the curriculum. enhance the skills and concepts being taught through the • Family events are held throughout the school year to FWCS curriculum. promote parent, child and school relationships while • Adams is a member of the Indiana Association of Student enhancing knowledge of grade level students. Councils and has been an Honor Council for three • The Blessings in a Backpack weekend food program is consecutive years. offered to eliminate hunger as an academic barrier. • The Blessings in a Backpack weekend food program is • English Language Learner (ELL) program is offered to offered to eliminate hunger as an academic barrier. students for whom English is a new language. • English Language Learner (ELL) program is offered to • Federally-funded Title I programs support additional students for whom English is a new language. resources for improving student performance, including • Federally-funded Title I programs support additional Title I pre-kindergarten. resources for improving student performance, including Title I pre-kindergarten. Co-curricular Activities • Active PTA supports parents and students. • FWCS Study Connection • Sumdog Competition • Basketball Team • Leaders of the Pack Co-curricular Activities • Spell Bowl • Math Bowl • Spell Bowl • Robotics Team • Math Bowl • Sparks of Promise Community Partnerships • Student Council • Basketball Team • Pine Hills Church provides volunteers for events, adopts a classroom and hosts a school carnival. • Safety Patrol Team • Cheerleading • Love in Action sends home two weeks of food with each • FWCS Study Connection child during winter break. • Student Announcement and Communications Team • Boys and Girls Club provides a male leadership program. Community Partnerships • I & M is Study Connection partner. • Real Men Read • Big Brothers Big Sisters Lunch Buddies and Real Men Read • Junior Achievement • Allen County Education Partnership Project READS • Rising Stars Program • Junior Achievement • Notre Dame Club • The Chapel Childcare Before-school and after-school childcare is offered at Weisser • South Side High School Key Club Park Elementary School by the YMCA. • FWCS Career Academy • Snider High School Childcare Before-school and after-school childcare is offered at Forest Park by the YMCA. www.fortwayneschools.org 11
FORT WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS ARLINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BLOOMINGDALE ELEMENTARY NICHOLAS KIRBY, PRINCIPAL SCHOOL 8118 St. Joe Center Rd. • Fort Wayne, IN 46835 JENNIFER EVANS, PRINCIPAL 260.467.6000 1300 Orchard St. • Fort Wayne, IN 46808 Kindergarten through fifth grade 260.467.6700 School Summary Pre-kindergarten through fifth grade Arlington Elementary School fosters an atmosphere of School Summary excellence and high expectations for all students. Its staff Bloomingdale Elementary School is a community of provides a safe, nurturing environment while assisting each learners with distinction who embrace a culture of universal student in reaching high levels of academic achievement. achievement and high expectations. Bloomingdale is a child- Programs centered school focused on educating all students to high • Incentive programs promote excellent behavior and strong standards. academic performance. ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Programs • Active PTA provides many opportunities for parents to be • Classroom computers integrate technology in all academic involved. areas. • Family nights are held throughout the year to promote • Recess Mileage Club, the Basketball Team and Cheerleading academics and family involvement. Squad promote fitness. • English Language Learner (ELL) program is offered to • Family events throughout the school year promote parent students for whom English is a new language. participation. Co-curricular Activities • An active PTA promotes parental involvement. • Fitness Mileage Club • Spell Bowl • Recognition programs include Chiefs Achieve, monthly • Cross Country • Math Bowl Kiwanis awards and a Chief Token system. • FWCS Study Connection • Character Education paired with a neuroscience program Community Partnerships encourages students to demonstrate positive attitudes and • Parkview Health and Brookside Church are FWCS Study develop habits of community service. Connection partners. • English Language Learner (ELL) program is offered to • Other partners include Pizza Hut-Stellhorn, Messiah students for whom English is a new language. Lutheran Church, Ziano’s, Dairy Queen-Chapel Ridge and • Federally-funded Title I programs support additional Culvers-Stellhorn. resources for improving student performance, including Childcare Title I pre-kindergarten. Before-school and after-school childcare is offered on-site by Co-curricular Activities the YMCA. • Book Fair • FWCS Study Connection • Math Bowl • Musical Performances • Parent Learning Enrichment Workshops Community Partnerships Community Partnerships • Study Connection • Big Brothers/Big Sisters • Rising Stars • Real Men Read • Salvation Army Childcare Before-school and after-school childcare is offered at Franke Park by the YMCA. 12 www.fortwayneschools.org
FORT WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS BRENTWOOD ELEMENTARY CRONINGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SCHOOL CARRIE KENNEDY, PRINCIPAL MATT MEIGHEN, PRINCIPAL MAGNET SCHOOL 3710 Stafford Dr. • Fort Wayne, IN 46805 6700 Trier Rd. • Fort Wayne, IN 46815 260.467.6775 260.467.6050 Kindergarten through fifth grade and Kindergarten through fifth grade Buschor HEAR Pre-kindergarten School Summary School Summary Croninger Elementary School is a magnet school providing Brentwood Elementary School seeks to create an environment an environment for mastery of academic skills with special of academic enrichment and character building for lifelong emphasis on communications. The school is child-centered learning. It focuses on the whole child through academic and motivated by what is best for students. Through positive pursuits and extracurricular activities to ensure that students partnerships between school, home and community, children are equipped to meet the needs of our global society. are encouraged to reach their potential academically, socially ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS and emotionally. Programs • Character Education program encourages students to Programs demonstrate positive attitudes and develop habits of • Magnet school featuring communications, which develops community service. skills that are required for success in learning and leading. • Uniforms are required. • Students can work on television production, oral speaking • English Language Learner (ELL) program is offered to and writing skills, producing a biweekly WCKN newscast students for whom English is a new language. and “Croninger Clips” video that is aired over the school’s closed circuit television system and LTV 54/24. • Federally-funded Title I programs support additional resources for improving student performance, including • Introduction to Spanish is taught to all students through the Title I pre-kindergarten. study of the cultures, history, landforms and communities where Spanish is the native language. Co-curricular Activities • Each student is taken through the entire publishing process • Student Senate • Vocal Choir creating a book or blog of a different genre each year. • Basketball • FWCS Study Connection • English Language Learner (ELL) program is offered to • Mileage Club students for whom English is a new language. Community Partnerships • Parents and community members are informed through the • Faith Baptist Church is Study Connection partner. monthly newsletter, The Croninger Chronicle, individual • Big Brothers Big Sisters Lunch Buddies teacher newsletters and e-mails. Childcare Co-curricular Activities Before-school and after-school childcare is offered on-site by • Croninger Kids Care Council • Safety Patrol the YMCA. • Math Bowl • Young Author’s • Vocal Choir • Girl Scouts/Boy Scouts • FWCS Study Connection • Spanish Club • Writing Club • Science Fair • Cross Country and Mileage Club Community Partnerships • Messiah Lutheran Church and Taylor Chapel are Study Connection partners • Faith Baptist Church Childcare Before-school and after-school childcare is offered on-site by the YMCA. After-school care is offered by Faith Baptist. www.fortwayneschools.org 13
FORT WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS FAIRFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Co-curricular Activities LINDSAY AMSTUTZ MARTIN, PRINCIPAL • Math Bowl • Falcon Chorus 2825 Fairfield Ave. • Fort Wayne, IN 46807 • Spelling Bee • Fiddle Club 260.467.5900 • Basketball • Project READS Pre-kindergarten through fifth grade • FWCS Study Connection • Cheerleading School Summary • Cross Country Fairfield Elementary School is an historic neighborhood school located on the southwest side of downtown Fort Wayne. By Community Partnerships holding all students to high expectations, and maintaining • Big Brothers Big Sisters School Buddies close relationships with our families and community, Fairfield • Rising Stars Program with St. Joseph United Methodist Elementary is able to educate all students to high standards. Church Our rigorous curriculum focuses on reading and math skills, • Lincoln Financial Group and FWCS Grile Administration as well as integrating 21st century technology skills into the Center are Study Connection partners. ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS classroom. In addition, students are taught to be Respectful, • Allen County Education Partnership offers Project READS. Responsible and Safe leaders in and around the school in order • Center for Nonviolence provides leadership classes for to become productive, proactive adults. students. Programs Childcare • Fairfield’s PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention and Before-school and after-school childcare is offered on site by Supports) Program focuses on teaching students procedures Y-Care. In addition, the Boys and Girls Club services Fairfield and expectations to be respectful, responsible and safe in Elementary students after school. all areas of the school. Lessons are taught in the classroom, students create videos modeling appropriate behavior for others, and students are rewarded for following procedures. • Parents are strongly valued as critical to school success and are provided opportunities throughout the year to volunteer at the school, in the classroom, on field trips and for academic activities. • Every room has computers, listening stations, document cameras and iPads for students. • Family nights are held during the year to promote academics, family involvement and school-community pride. • The Falcon Feather program rewards students with “currency” that they can earn for consistently going above and beyond with behavior and academics. Students use their leathers to purchase fun items in the school store. • Each classroom nominates a “Leader of the Week” every week. This student best exemplifies our school-wide expectations of being Respectful, Responsible and Safe. Students get a picture taken with the Principal and are given a pencil and a special prize. All students who are nominated for Leader of the Week get to participate in a Leader Luncheon at the end of every month with the Principal. • The Blessings in a Backpack weekend food program is offered to eliminate hunger as an academic barrier. • English Language Learner (ELL) program is offered to students for whom English is a new language. • Parent ELL Classes are offered every year for parents and caregivers to improve English speaking and listening skills. Fairfield teachers instruct the classes. • Federally-funded Title I programs support additional resources for improving student performance, including Title I pre-kindergarten. 14 www.fortwayneschools.org
FORT WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS FOREST PARK ELEMENTARY • Big Brothers Big Sisters Lunch Buddies SCHOOL • Associated Churches, Lifehouse Church SARA WERTMAN, PRINCIPAL Childcare 2004 Alabama Ave. • Fort Wayne, IN 46805 Before-school and after-school childcare is offered on-site by 260.467.6850 the YMCA. Pre-kindergarten through fifth grade School Summary FRANKE PARK ELEMENTARY Forest Park Elementary School, an historic neighborhood SCHOOL school, encourages student and adult participation in a variety DR. GJERGJ HAXHIU, PRINCIPAL of experiences to improve student achievement. These 828 Mildred Ave. • Fort Wayne, IN 46808 include community partnerships, service projects, school 260.467.6925 productions and after-school activities. The school’s academic Pre-kindergarten through fifth grade focus areas are reading comprehension and math computation. ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS School Summary Our children are culturally diverse, and we celebrate our Franke Park Elementary School seeks to ensure all students differences and similarities. achieve personal excellence that will further lifelong learning through mastery of the core curriculum. The school provides Programs a positive, diverse setting wherein students learn self-respect • Uniforms are required. and appreciation for the uniqueness of others. • Character Education Programs and small group instruction Programs encourage students to embrace being Respectful, • The school focuses on science, technology and mathematics. Responsible and Safe. • English Language Learner (ELL) program is offered to • Active PTA supports students and parents with a Fall students for whom English is a new language. Carnival and Cultural Arts Week. • Federally-funded Title I programs support additional • Students are recognized for attendance, citizenship and resources for improving student performance, including academic achievements. Title I pre-kindergarten. • Special education pre-kindergarten is offered. Co-curricular Activities • English Language Learner (ELL) program is offered to • Spell Bowl • Math Bowl students for whom English is a new language. • Girls on the Run • Science Fair • Federally-funded Title I programs support additional • STARBASE • FWCS Study Connection resources for improving student performance, including • Music programs at North Side High School Title I pre-kindergarten and Literacy and Math Nights for Community Partnerships families. • Junior Achievement • Club Orchestra, otherwise known as Club O, offers students • Real Men Read • Kiwanis Award in grades 3-5 the opportunity to learn to play the violin after • TinCaps Reading Program • K-Kids school 3 days a week. Preschool participants in Kid O are • Student Council • Costco provided a unique philharmonic experience. • Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo offers classroom lessons and free Co-curricular Activities tickets. • Spell Bowl and Math Bowl • Science Fair • Komet Hockey student recognition • Musical Performances • Volleyball Club • St. Matthew Lutheran Church Rising Star • Chess Club • FWCS Study Connection • Parkview Student Fitness Challenge • Girls Who Code Club • Running Club Childcare • Fort Wayne Ballet Classes • Basketball Club Before-school and after-school childcare is offered on-site by • Jounalism Club the YMCA. Community Partnerships • Nichols Company • Early Childhood Alliance • Raytheon • University of Saint Francis • Huntington University • Real Men Read • Junior Achievement • TinCaps Reading Program www.fortwayneschools.org 15
FORT WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS GLENWOOD PARK ELEMENTARY HALEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SCHOOL C. BRIAN HOWARD, PRINCIPAL DR. CRYSTAL BUSH, PRINCIPAL 2201 Maplecrest Rd. • Fort Wayne, IN 46815 4501 Vance Ave. • Fort Wayne, IN 46815 260.467.4510 260.467.6200 Pre-kindergarten through fifth grade Kindergarten through fifth grade School Summary School Summary Haley Elementary School works closely with parents and Glenwood Park Elementary School strives to provide community members to ensure all students are educated personalized, student-centered learning focused on mastery to high standards. The school’s focus areas are setting high of the FWCS core curriculum while emphasizing creative and academic standards for all students, while still providing critical areas for a diverse student and parent community. The support for all students. Haley believes that the way to a great school emphasis is to enhance student achievement in the focus education is through strong caring relationships. areas of its School Improvement Plan: English/Language Arts ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Programs and math ILEARN achievement, reading at grade level and • Haley has one of the largest elementary media center postive behavior support. collections in FWCS. Programs • Students are recognized for making the Honor • Reader’s Workshop and reading conferences are stressed as a Roll, attendance, citizenship, leadership, reading part of daily reading instruction. accomplishments and birthdays. • Literacy and math workstations are experienced daily to • A strong and active PTA supports the school’s efforts. meet individual student needs. • Special education pre-kindergarten is offered. • Daily Five and Cafe are organizational and instructional • English Language Learner (ELL) program is offered to techniques used to enhance fluency, comprehension and students for whom English is a new language. other reading skills. • Federally-funded Title I programs support additional • Writer’s Workshop is emphasized to improve writing skills. resources for improving student performance, including Title • All students participate in a bi-monthly celebration to I pre-kindergarten. recognize Distinguished Panther Cubs for excellence in Co-curricular Activities academics, citizenship, growth and overall outstanding • Basketball Club • Chess Club achievement. • Intramural Gym Activities • Mighty Milers • English Language Learner (ELL) program is offered to students for whom English is a new language. • Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts • Running Club • Destination Imagination • FWCS Study Connection Co-curricular Activities • Girl Scouts • Basketball Community Partnerships • Boy Scouts • Spell Bowl • Big Brothers Big Sisters Lunch Buddies • Student Council • Percussion Ensemble • Christ Church of Georgetown • Cross Country • Math Bowl Childcare • STARBASE • FWCS Study Connection Before-school and after-school childcare is offered on-site by the YMCA. Community Partnerships • Good Shepherd United Methodist Church is Study Connection partner and Rising Stars Community Connection. • McDonald’s – Stellhorn Road donations and fundraisers • Pizza Hut – Stellhorn Road donations and fundraisers • St. Joe Vision Center provides free screening • Snider High School Tutoring • Real Men Read • Culvers • Arby’s Childcare Before-school and after-school childcare is offered on-site by the YMCA. 16 www.fortwayneschools.org
FORT WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS HARRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL curriculum within all subjects including: reading, writing, DR. JANA ANKENBRUCK, PRINCIPAL math, science, social studies and technology instruction. 4501 Thorngate Dr. • Fort Wayne, IN 46835 • Computers are available 1:1 for all third through fifth grade 260.467.6300 students. Technology is used in all areas of study, allowing 21st Kindergarten through fifth grade century skills to be applied in the general education setting. School Summary • iPads are used 1:1 in kindergarten through second grade. Harris Elementary School focuses on high achievement for • A technology lab with computers, iPads, coding and robotics all students in a caring, welcoming environment. Rigorous is utilized to offer enhanced learning opportunities to all instruction in academic areas, as well as integrative arts classes, students. prepare students to become positive, contributing members of • A code of conduct and standardized dress code are endorsed society through a broad and balanced approach to education. by parents, staff and students to foster a safe learning environment. Programs • Students may participate in numerous special projects during ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS • PTA Reflections • Science Fair the school year including: PTA Reflections, Science Fair, • Young Authors • Spelling Bee Young Authors, Gobble Off, Read Across America,Yearbook, • Strong, active PTA Cultural Week, Holiday Charity Drive and many other • English Language Learner (ELL) program is offered to activities designed to enhance student awareness and promote students for whom English is a new language. good citizenship. • Special Education program for hearing imparied students • Special Education pre-kindergarten is offered. grades K-5 • English Language Learner (ELL) program is the largest • Special Education program for functional skills students among FWCS elementary schools and is offered to students grades K-5 for whom English is a new language. • An active PTA promotes teacher and parental involvement, Co-curricular Activities as well as the involvement of business and community leaders • Hip-Hop, Cheer and Stomp Dance Classes by Center Stage with the mission of educational success. Dance • Federally-funded Title I programs support additional • Math Bowl Team • Spell Bowl Team resources for improving student performance, including a • Basketball Intramural Team • Safety Patrol NAEYC accredited Title I pre-kindergarten. • FWCS Study Connection • Cross County Co-curricular Activities Community Partnerships • STARS (Boys group devoted to character building) • Do it Best Corp. is our Study Connection partner. • GEMS (Girls group devoted to character building) • Rising Stars Program with Central Ministries • Cheer Team • Spell Bowl Team • FWCS Study Connection • Cross Country Childcare Before-school and after-school childcare is offered on-site by • Choir • Running Club the YMCA. • Science Fair • Math Bowl Team • Basketball Team • Robotics Club HARRISON HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Community Partnerships SHANNON RODGERS, PRINCIPAL • Lincoln Financial Group (Study Connection partner) • Big Brothers Big Sisters Lunch Buddies 355 Cornell Circle • Fort Wayne, IN 46807 260.467.7000 • ATT Mobility Services, LLC/Pioneer Board Pre-kindergarten through fifth grade • Boys and Girls Club • Pine Hills City Church School Summary • Associated Churches • Project READS Harrison Hill Elementary School is dedicated to student • Euell Wilson Center • Indiana Michigan Power achievement in all areas of study. We are a learning community • First Missionary Church emphasizing academic excellence and personal growth. All students at Harrison Hill are valued members of the learning Childcare community, and student celebrations are held monthly to Before-school and after-school childcare is offered on-site by promote academic achievement and positive behavior. the YMCA. Programs • The academic program focuses on a differentiated literacy www.fortwayneschools.org 17
FORT WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS HOLLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL grades three through five has a computer cart to access. J. R. ANKENBRUCK, PRINCIPAL Indian Village continues to provide students the opportunity to stay current in 21st century computer skills. 7000 Red Haw Dr. • Fort Wayne, IN 46825 260.467.7075 • Uniforms are required to establish a strong focus on Pre-kindergarten through fifth grade academics. School Summary • The school’s PTA is very active and supports a variety of Mabel K. Holland Elementary School focuses on high academic school initiatives. achievement for all students. We teach students to become • Fifth-graders participate in the Department of Defense critical thinkers and collaborative problem solvers through STARBASE program, which is a world leader in introducing rigorous instruction preparing them for higher learning. the latest Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM) curriculum to elementary students. The inquiry- Programs based curriculum engages students in exciting “hands-on, • All students have an iPad, or laptop for instructional use. minds-on” experiments and technology activities. ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS • Students utilize their laptop or iPad daily engaging in 21st • Quarterly celebrations occur to recognize student century learning in all classrooms. achievement, attendance and Students of Distinction. • English Language Learner program is offered to students for • English Language Learner (ELL) program is offered to whom English is a new language. students for whom English is a new language. • Monthly student assembly celebrations recognize students for • Federally-funded Title I programs support additional their accomplishments once a month in front of their peers. resources for improving student performance, including • Positive behavior recognition during announcements daily Title I pre-kindergarten. Title I funds also support math • All students write a book and participate in our Young Authors and reading intervention for students. Title I parent nights day, complete with a visit from a published author. enhance math and language arts learning for students and • On My Way Pre-K location parents. Co-curricular Activities • Character Education Programs focus on developing students socially and teach them how to become Students of • FWCS Study Connection • Basketball Team Distinction by being respectful, responsible and reliable. • Spell Bowl • Math Bowl Team • Intramural program in the AM • Cheer Block • All Pro Dad’s chapter strengthening families by putting • Lego Robotics Team • Student Early Act Club family first. Community Partnerships Co-curricular Activities • Gethsemane Lutheran Church • Project READS • Basketball • Towne House • Spell Bowl • Math Bowl • Anthony Wayne Rotary Club • Student Leadership • Science Fair • Big Brothers Big Sisters Lunch Buddies • Cross Country Team • Robotics Club • Real Men Read • FWCS Study Connection Childcare Community Partnerships Before-school and after-school childcare is offered on-site by • Associated Churches Rising Stars Program with First Wayne the YMCA. Street Methodist Church provides one-on-one tutoring, school supplies and extra clothing for students in need. INDIAN VILLAGE ELEMENTARY • Community Harvest Food Bank SCHOOL KARA MILLER, PRINCIPAL • Real Men Read Program • Allen County Education Partnership for Project READS 3835 Wenonah Lane • Fort Wayne, IN 46809 260.467.5200 • Practicum experiences are provided for students from Pre-kindergarten through fifth grade Huntington University and University of Saint Francis. School Summary • Junior Achievement-JA in a Day Indian Village Elementary School is a School of Distinction Childcare with a Staff of Distinction creating Students of Distinction. Its Before-school and after-school childcare is offered on-site by theme is “Every Student, Every Day.” the YMCA. Programs • Mobile iPad carts are available daily for students in kindergarten through second grade. Every classroom in 18 www.fortwayneschools.org
FORT WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS IRWIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL • Discovery Learning as a STEM partnership MARY KINNIRY, PRINCIPAL • Manchester University MAGNET SCHOOL • Purdue University Fort Wayne 3501 S. Anthony Blvd. • Fort Wayne, IN 46806 Childcare 260.467.5310 Before-school and after-school childcare is offered on-site by Kindergarten through fifth grade the YMCA. School Summary Irwin Elementary School is a Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Magnet school. To enhance its strong math and science emphasis, Irwin is working in partnership with Discovery Education to build a STEM culture that inspires and cultivates the next generation of problem-solvers, innovators and leaders. By providing meaningful, interactive opportunities ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS for students to become engaged in these subject areas, Irwin will prepare students to be qualified and competitive candidates in the future economy and guide them towards the emerging careers of tomorrow. Programs • Magnet school focused on science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). • Students experience additional hands-on, inquiry-based science and math going beyond the District’s required curriculum. • STEM Lab allows students to find the scientists inside themselves through simulation and exploration. • Art, music and physical education classes integrate math and science concepts with a high value placed on helping students develop the ability to think and analyze critically and quantitatively. • Character development is an important focus for helping students develop socially, as well as academically. • Students and staff gather weekly to celebrate successes and learn from each other during “Blastoff ” where individual accountability and collective responsibility are fostered for the school community. • All students are part of the Irwin Rocket Team and earn merits for behavior and academics. • Strong PTA and communication system between school and home support student learning. • A small school family atmosphere and a diverse population enrich the learning opportunities for all. • English Language Learner (ELL) program is offered to students for whom English is a new language. Co-curricular Activities • Math Bowl • Student Council • Lego League • Soccer • FWCS Study Connection Community Partnerships • City of Fort Wayne is Study Connection partner • Collaboratively sponsoring a community garden with Bethlehem Lutheran Church www.fortwayneschools.org 19
FORT WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS LEVAN SCOTT ACADEMY Churches JENNIFER KNOBLAUCH, PRINCIPAL • Allen County Education Partnership for Project READS 950 E Fairfax Ave. • Fort Wayne, IN 46806 • Hands On Homework tutoring program 260.467.8050 • St. Joseph United Methodist Church Pre-kindergarten through fifth grade • Time Corners Kiwanis School Summary • Junior Achievement At Levan Scott Academy, all children will achieve grade-level • Real Men Read mastery of educational standards through the use of varied teaching and learning styles in an enriched environment that is • TinCaps Reading Program empowering and nurturing. The school focuses on proficiency • Foster Grandparent Program in reading and math, as well as technology. • Center for Nonviolence provides leadership classes for students. Programs ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS • Scott’s PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports) Childcare Program focuses on the explicit instruction of procedures Before-school and after-school childcare is offered at Weisser and expectations in order to foster respect, responsibility Park by the YMCA. and safety in all areas of the school. Lessons are taught in the classroom, students create videos modeling appropriate LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL behavior for others and students are consistently rewarded CLAIRE PAUL, PRINCIPAL for following schoolwide procedures. 1001 E. Cook Rd. • Fort Wayne, IN 46825 • Students are recognized for their positive behavioral 260.467.5400 achievements often through the school year, including Cadet Kindergarten through fifth grade Cash, Treasure Tower Tokens and quarterly field trips. School Summary • Family nights offer parents the opportunity to enhance their Guided by love, respect and a passion for learning, the Lincoln knowledge of school curriculum and instructional strategies. Elementary team educates all students to high standards • A strong literacy program emphasizes the use of literature in enabling them to become productive, responsible citizens. all content areas. Programs • A growing PTA and Quality Improvement Team offer • Diverse student population enriches learning opportunities opportunities for parents to become active partners in for all. delivering education. • Strong parent and community involvement and partnerships • Scott emphasizes technology skills, with students in every • Active PTA allows ample opportunity for parental classroom using iPads to assist them in acquiring academic participation. skills. • Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) program • English Language Learner (ELL) program is offered to focuses on explicit instruction of behaviors that help our students for whom English is a new language. student become respectful, responsible, safe and engaged in • Federally-funded Title I programs support additional their learning. resources for improving student performance, including • Family nights offer parents the opportunity to enhance their Title I pre-kindergarten. knowledge of school curriculum, instructional strategies Co-curricular Activities and ways to support their children’s learning. • FWCS Study Connection • 1:1 iPad access for all students in Kindergarten through • Basketball Team • Craft Club second grade and laptop access for all students in third • Cheerleading • Project READS through fifth grade. • Hands On Homework • Student Leadership Team • Regular implementation of technology in the classroom to engage learners and enhance instruction. • Safety Patrol • Reading Club • Whole-group, small-group and one-on-one instruction in • Spell Bowl Community • Math Bowl literacy and mathematics, ensuring that students reach and Partnerships exceed mastery of grade-level standards. • Big Brothers Big Sisters Lunch Buddies • Intervention program to remediate students, closing any • Bridge of Grace Compassionate Ministries Center gaps in reading and math skills. • Faith Lutheran Church • Extended learning opportunities for high-ability learners. • Many Nations Church • English Language Learner (ELL) program is offered to • Parenting classes offered by Rising Stars and Associated students for whom English is a new language. 20 www.fortwayneschools.org
FORT WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Co-curricular Activities Childcare • Lincoln Sensations Show Choir • Spell Bowl Team Before-school and after-school childcare is offered on-site by • FWCS Study Connection • Math Bowl Team the YMCA. • Cheerleading Team • Basketball Team MAPLEWOOD ELEMENTARY • Cross Country Contests • Girls on the Run Club SCHOOL • Sumdog Math Contest ALEXANDRA TREVINO, PRINCIPAL Community Partnerships 2200 Maplewood Rd. • Fort Wayne, IN 46819 • Big Brothers Big Sisters Lunch Buddies 260.467.7150 • Rising Stars Program partnered with Covenant United Pre-kindergarten through fifth grade Methodist Church School Summary • PHP Komet Hockey Night Maplewood Elementary School focuses on reading, language • Junior Achievement (including JA in a Day and Biztown) arts and math. All grade levels concentrate on research-based ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS best practices with an emphasis on the Elementary Literacy • Foster Grandparent Program Framework. Childcare Before-school and after-school childcare is offered on-site by Programs the YMCA. • Quarterly parent nights focus on math, reading, writing and science. LINDLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL • Maplewood’s fith grade students attend STARBASE, where JENNIFER NICKELL, PRINCIPAL they participate in STEM projects. 2201 Ardmore Ave. • Fort Wayne, IN 46802 • English Language Learner (ELL) program is offered to 260.467.5350 students for whom English is a new language. Pre-kindergarten through fifth grade • Federally-funded Title I programs support additional School Summary resources for improving student performance, including Lindley Elementary School provides students with a solid Title I pre-kindergarten. academic foundation by giving each child a personalized Co-curricular Activities program. It offers a Spanish Language and Culture Program. • Basketball • Cheerleading Both English-speaking students and native speakers of the Spanish language benefit from this program. • FWCS Study Connection • Show Choir • Cross Country Team • Spell Bowl Programs • Math Bowl • Robotics • The Spanish Language and Culture Program’s goal is for students to foster a love of the Spanish Language and Community Partnerships Culture. Students will develop increased awareness while • Big Brothers Big Sisters Lunch Buddies reaching a high level of academic achievement. Students • Fort Wayne Police Department Community Connection receive thirty minutes of Spanish instruction daily in • Waynedale Baptist Church offers support and resources addition to a Special Area class once a week. • BAE is Study Connection partner • English Language Learner (ELL) program is offered to • Real Men Read students for whom English is a new language. • FAME Festival • Federally-funded Title I programs support additional resources for improving student performance, including Childcare Title I pre-kindergarten. Before-school and after-school childcare is offered on-site by the YMCA. Co-curricular Activities • Math Bowl • Robotics • Basketball • Spell Bowl • FWCS Study Connection Community Partnerships • Manchester University • Purdue University Fort Wayne • Big Brothers Big Sisters Lunch Buddies • Real Men Read www.fortwayneschools.org 21
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