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Winterhaven
3830 SE 14th Ave.Portland, OR 97202
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Phone: 503-916-6200
Fax: 503-916-2614
E-mail: rrudolph@pps.k12.or.us
School-created web pages: http://www.winterhavenschool.org
Grade levels: K-8
Enrollment: Enrollment by Application
Principal: Rudy Rudolph (Principal)
Student Enrollment: 343
About:
Winterhaven, a K-8 focus school, has a science and math emphasis. This accelerated program provides scientific and mathematical inquiry across the curriculum. Winterhaven is a school for students who are capable and willing learners. Most students exceed the benchmarks. A challenging curriculum, dedicated staff and high parent involvement are key components to the Winterhaven program. A strong science program and a constructivist approach to math are foundations at the elementary level. Literature and writing are woven throughout the curriculum. There is one classroom for each grade K-5, and two classes (60 students) at each middle school level: 6 - 8. Winterhaven has a half time technology teacher (working with all 6-8 students), full time PE teacher, half time counselor and full time literacy teacher. Winterhaven is not a neighborhood school. Carpools and Tri-Met buses are the only transportation options available to families. The district does not provide school buses for Winterhaven students. You must attend a tour, sign a Statement of Understanding and apply online to be considered for transfer. Please go to our web site at http://www.winterhavenschool.org, for the dates and times of the tours.
Kindergarten: Full-day, tuition program. We welcome your interest.
Kindergarten Round-up: Please see website for all tours: http://www.winterhavenschool.org
Childcare: Art4Life, fee-based before and after school care.
Focus options: Math, science and technology.
Information Sessions: Please see our website at: http://www.winterhavenschool.org
Before and after school programs
- Art4Life is our on-site, fee-based, before and after school care program.
- Chess for K-8 students.
- Kids Like Languages.
- MUSE, a fee-based band program for grades 4th-8th.
- Basketball through Portland Parks and Recreation.
- Meyer Boys and Girls Club picks up students by bus each afternoon at Winterhaven.
- Go Club
- Lego Robotics
- Young Rembrandts
- Scrabble Club
- NeoGeography (computer models, GIS, web technologies that allow users to view and manipulate geographic content)
Community partnerships
- Starbucks on SE Division and 20th
Student learning environment
- We have an inquiry-based program in science where student curiosity helps shape the classroom environment.
- Winterhaven provides an accelerated and rigorous academic environment with a high number of TAG students.
- Interest classes for elementary children provide the enrichment part of the program.
- Parent volunteerism is welcomed.
- We have maintained an award-winning science project that involves Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge.
- Full-day kindergarten (tuition program).
Curriculum components
- Visual Mathematics is used K-4 with those skills obtained being employed in the 5-8 coursework. This is a constructivist mathematics program, which allows students to develop mental and physical models for concepts covered. This gives a deeper understanding of math topics.
- Inquiry science is the basis for our science program. In addition, Jason Project science is used with all fifth graders.
- Eighth graders may earn high school credit for the HS elective course Literature and Media and HS Biology
- Seventh and eighth graders have access to Algebra I/II
and/or geometry courses for high school credit.
Staff
- We have a creative and dedicated staff that includes 12 classroom teachers, PE, technology, counselor, literacy and special education teachers.
- Ongoing staff development stresses instructional strategies for advanced learners, math, critical thinking and science instruction. Winterhaven\'s School Improvement Plan is presently focusing on writing.
- Systems Thinking strategies are used throughout every content area. Licensed staff have participated in extensive training in Systems Thinking. Winterhaven is a model school for the Water\'s Foundation.
- Winterhaven was selected to receive $110,000 through a Mt. Hood Cable Grant. This grant funded two mobile carts (one on each building level) with 30 laptops each, software and wireless connections.
Parent and family support
- Parent volunteerism is encouraged. We would like parents to volunteer a minimum of 50 hours per year. This does not mean all volunteering must take place at the building. We have many options available.
- Volunteer opportunities include library, classroom, and office assistance; after-school activities; plus many others. Winterhaven welcomes parents into our program.
- Interest classes are taught by parents, as well as artists and business people from the community.
Special programs and features
- Winterhaven has an active arts program. The community raised over $26,000 to supplement classroom work with professional artists and art experiences. Focused areas include music, theatre arts and dance.
- All students have opportunities for elective classes taught by parents and community members. For grades K-5 classes happen in six-week sessions. Middle school students have ongoing electives that change every five or six weeks throughout the school year. Classes are taught by Winterhaven staff, parents and artists from the community.
Statistics and test scores
- Report cards and AYP Scores
Oregon Department of Education school report cards - School Enrollment and Program Data
- Standardized test scores
Course syllabus
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