Students Are Learning at Westbridge Academy
While COVID-19 may have prevented our doors from opening, it did not prevent our students from learning or our teachers from teaching.
Remote Learning Does Not Mean We Are ‘Distanced’: Social and Emotional Learning During a Pandemic
At Westbridge Academy, remote learning does not mean we are “distanced.” In fact, in some ways, we are closer than ever. We are using our virtual spaces to check in on students, asking them open-ended questions, and allowing them to share their experiences.
A School-wide Culture of Kindness
A safe, trusted and predictable school environment is vital in order for students to learn and achieve high academic standards. At Westbridge Academy, we know that a school free from bullying, intimidation and harassment begins with a positive school culture.
When Paper Dances
When Art Teacher, Alice Juliano introduced her students – mostly teen boys – to the work of French Impressionist Edgar Degas, she was ready for some resistance. Juliano got creative, and the student work is stunning.
Anti-Bullying Lessons are Magic
“Magic Mike” Kirsch was back at Westbridge Academy in early October, and mesmerized students as they learned how to cope with, avoid, and stop bullying.
Discipline in an Era of Social and Emotional Learning
Educators tend to think of discipline as focused on compliance, order and rules. But discipline is also about teaching self-control and self-management. In fact, the Latin word disciplina means “teaching, learning.”
Parents Are Teachers Too
Speech Therapist, Cheryl Jones, SLP, makes a point of inviting parents and guardians to engage with their child and help them improve their skills at home.
Hallo-win 9 at Casino Night Another Great Success!
Thanks to our many donors' partnership with Westbridge Academy's mission, on October 18, 2019, our annual fundraiser, "Hallo-win 8 at Casino Night," was a great success! We are truly gratified by the increasing support that inspires all of us to pursue our mission to the fullest!
Growth Mindset and Career Readiness
Westbridge Academy has a schoolwide “Growth Mindset” approach to teaching, reinforcing, and correcting students. This Growth Mindset reflects the idea that success comes from effort, learning from mistakes, and risk taking,
Read Across America
This year, Westbridge Academy approached the event with a sense of fun and purpose. The school hosted a classroom door decoration contest that was scored by guest judges. Three authors, Kristine Lombardi, Henry Neff, and Jacqueline Resnick, came to the school to read to students