Read Across America 2019 at Westbridge Academy
Students at Westbridge Academy celebrated National Read Scross America Day by joining members of our local community to celebrate by reading together!
Direct Instruction Turns Non-Readers Around
Spearheaded by Tania Miller, Westbridge Academy’s Reading Specialist, the school has launched a new reading initiative, and the opportunity to receive one-on-one reading intervention to help increase their reading skills.
The Reflection Room: 1:1 Social and Emotional Learning
Sometimes, when a student is upset, they just need a safe place to stop, take a break, and reflect. The Reflection Room at Westbridge Academy was established this fall to offer an additional therapeutic layer of intervention for students. It offers a calm, supportive therapeutic environment away from the social and instructional pressures of the classroom where students can go to cool off, manage frustrations and take a break.
Helping Children Manage the Stress of Life
In order to help children cope effectively with stress, it is important to understand how a child is emotionally and mentally processing life. One useful framework that psychologists often use is Cognitive-Behavioral Theory (CBT), which looks at humans’ essential functions within three basic domains: thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
“My Journey” Project
The journey to graduation day begins early, and for students at Westbridge Academy, it includes a “thesis” unlike any other. As freshmen, high school students embark on “My Journey,” a writing project that spans across four years inspired by the New Jersey Department of Education’s Dare to Dream Conference.
Lesson Planning for Students Who Can’t Be in School for the Lesson
From time to time, students at Westbridge Academy may miss school for an extended period of time. We know that learning cannot take time off, so we are ready with comprehensive lesson plans to support students during absences.
Technology Engaging Young Reading
SmartyAnts®, part of Achieve3000, is a research-driven reading program that differentiates instruction. The fun, interactive online learning environment continuously evaluates each student’s exact skill level, learning temperament, and learning pace.
Meet Victor Ruiz: Technology Coordinator
Victor Ruiz is the Education Technology Coordinator at Westbridge Academy. He manages and facilitates technology in the building, including each child’s and staff’s computer, online learning programs, and works to help teachers use educational technology in new ways.
Students Getting Stronger with Fitness Friday
Fitness Friday is an innovative new program designed to engage students in building strength, both inside and out. Offered to middle and high school students as part of the physical education curriculum, the program allows teens to plan personal fitness goals, and use the school’s new fitness room to achieve them.
Workshop: Social and Emotional Learning for Students with Disabilities
Workshop: Social and Emotional Learning for Students with Disabilities, March 16, 2018. Westbridge Academy. Free CEUs for educators. Register now at Eventbrite.