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Pittsburgh Westwood PreK-5
Westwood News
District News
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Kidsburgh: STEM Coding Lab providing computer classes in schools around the region
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- When most of us were in school, we took science classes like biology and chemistry, but computer science may be even more important for today's kids. Yet nearly 90% of kindergarten through eighth grade students don't have access to computer science classes. KDKA-TV's Kristine Sorensen visited a local school where the nonprofit STEM Coding Lab is providing computer classes there and in schools around the region.
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Slime the Teacher Event-Pittsburgh Phillips K-5
Pittsburgh Phillips K-5 had a slime the teacher event today to celebrate working hard to be respectful all month as part of their PBIS incentive. Third grade teacher Mrs. ElSabbagh was the brave staff member who was selected by students and families through a raffle at Back to School Night.
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Superintendent Dr. Wayne N. Walters Named Inaugural Honoree of The Plant A Seed Experience
Superintendent Dr. Wayne N. Walters has been named the inaugural honoree of The Plant A Seed Experience. The experience supports the work of Plant A Seed Children’s Partnership Inc., which through its Working Supportive/Mentoring Curriculum supports youth with life skills that will guide them to better conflict resolution and decision-making - planting comprehensive skills for tomorrow’s generation today.
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Hours 8:40AM - 3:25PM
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ADA Accessible Yes
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Phone (412) 529-6570
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Uniform White, Baby Blue, Navy Blue, or Black collared shirts. Khaki, tan, navy blue or black walking shorts, pants, skirts, skorts or jumpers.
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District 9
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FAX (412) 928-6577
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Mascot WIldcats
ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
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We welcome all students and parents to Pittsburgh Westwood K-5. At Pittsburgh Westwood, we stress academic achievement, appropriate behavior, and caring for others. Strong emphasis is placed on attaining and surpassing the benchmarks in Literacy and Mathematics.
We have a school wide uniform policy, electronics policy, and behavior plan. We are proud of our DARE Program and our school calendar, which is bursting with activities for students, parents, and staff. We are committed to promoting a community of learners!
Our staff is dedicated to providing every child with the opportunity to grow academically and emotionally through enriched activities and programs geared to promote thinking and learning. We encourage parent participation in all phases of our school day as tutors, classroom volunteers, readers, etc. Our existing PSCC and PTO members invite new members to join them in planning programs and activities for the new school year!
Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 is committed to producing students who will be able to set achievable goals and compete with the brightest and best in our society. Together we can make all the difference for our children!
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Additional Educational Services
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Additional Educational Services:
Learning Support, Speech & Language, Itinerant Hearing and Vision, Autistic Support, Emotional Support, Occupation Therapy and Physical Therapy, Regional Emotional Support Classroom -
Westwood Early Childhood
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Westwood Early Childhood
PPS Early Childhood Education Programs provides early learning opportunities to approximately over 2,000 children a year from infancy through five-years of age throughout the City of Pittsburgh. The children and families served receive comprehensive services including education, nutrition, health, mental health, disabilities and social services. By meeting the needs of the “whole child” we ensure that all children are prepared for kindergarten entrance.All of our PPS Early Childhood classrooms operate for 6-hours a day. During that time all children are exposed to a research-based, high quality curriculum that is aligned to the PA Early Learning Standards and receive instruction individually, in small groups, and in whole group settings. Our children also have opportunities to receive specialized services in the classroom through our contracted providers or Early Intervention (as needed), to socialize with peers, and receive breakfast & lunch daily.To learn more about Early Childhood, visit www.pghschools.org/earlychildhood
School Materials
Handbooks & Procedures
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UPDATED PARENT LETTER FOR ENGAEMENT POLICY AND COMPACT
UPDATED Parent Letter for Engagement Policy and Compact .pdf 180.91 KB (Last Modified on November 14, 2022) -
UPDATED PARENT AND FAMILY ENGAGEMENT POLICY
UPDATED PARENT AND FAMILY ENGAGEMENT POLICY 2022-23 .pdf 280.37 KB (Last Modified on November 14, 2022)
School Calendars
School Improvement Plans
Forms
Flyers
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TAKE FATHER TO SCHOOL PROCLAMATION INFO
PPS Take a Father to School City Council Proclamation_2023 FLYER.pdf 790.33 KB (Last Modified on April 13, 2023)
Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
Parent School Community Council (PSCC)
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Parent Family Letter and Application K-5 ELA Adoption
Parent.Family.Community Letter-Application K-5 ELA Adoption 2-9-23.pdf 256.95 KB (Last Modified on February 17, 2023)
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FACILITIES
Westwood K-5, located at 508 Shadyhill Rd, was built in 1956. The 2 story building a total area of 63,178 square feet.
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1 Science Lab
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3 Classroom Computer Labs
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0 Dedicated Computer Labs
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1 Art Lab
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1 Music Lab
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0 Multi-Purpose Rooms
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0 CTE Labs
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1 Gym
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0 Pools
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1 Auditorium
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1 Cafeteria
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1 Library