Dr. Anthony Hadzimichalis on A Moment of Xen Radio Program
Westbridge Academy Executive Director Dr. Anthony Hadzimichalis recently appeared on A Moment of Xen, a weekly show that airs Saturday nights on 710 WOR, the voice of New York/iHeartRadio.
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!
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.
Where are They Now?: Ryan
Ryan was just 5 years old when he started at Westbridge Academy. Jessica recalls how Westbridge stepped in right away; they assisted in managing his outbursts, creating a quiet, safe environment, and providing support services.
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.
Social and Emotional Problem-Solving
This fall, School Principal, Dr. Anthony Hadzimichalis brought the entire staff together - classroom teachers, clinical staff, aides, specialists and administrators – to review the new competencies, and ensure that measurable social and emotional learning objectives are front and center in the curriculum.
Oh! The Places They Will Go!
Last June, five students at Westbridge Academy stepped up to accept a diploma and stepped out into the world. Each one of these young people left Westbridge with plans for the future, and the connections needed to make them happen.
Workshop: Developing An Emotionally Intelligent Classroom
Join us for this December 9, 2016 workshop on Developing Emotional Intelligence in the Classroom, with Dr. Buzz Mingin at Westbridge Academy.
Reaching Beyond Our Own Walls: Public/Private Partnerships
Drs. Viviana Litovsky and Anthony Hadzimichalis presenting at Union City Public Schools Leaders from Westbridge Academy offered an important message to a crowd [...]
Staff Profile: Lauren Thompson, Science Teacher
Lauren Thompson Since joining the staff at Westbridge Academy this fall, Ms. Thompson has been described as a creative, high energy, gifted educator [...]