West View Elementary School, one of nine elementary schools in Spartanburg District Six, serves over 800 students in 4K through 5th grade. In partnership with its entire community, educates each student by providing a positive, challenging, and enriched learning environment that enables each student to become a life-long learner and a responsible citizen in an increasingly global society. With a Gifted & Global Studies approach, students learn through experiences and lessons that allow them to have an understanding of the world around them. This year, teachers were fully engaged in professional development that supported the mission and goals of the school, the Read to Succeed initiative, and Compassionate Schools Training. Teachers were challenged to examine their instructional practices and 1) make adjustments so that students achieve at higher levels and 2) to ensure students are on the pathway to college and career readiness. Individualized learning continues to be the focus for the school and the district, providing students with a pathway for personal growth and success. Before and after school programs provided opportunities for students to meet their individual needs. Student involvement and engagement, both inside and outside of the classroom, continue to be emphasized at West View, offering over 20 different clubs to students including Cooking Club, 4-H Pet Pals Club, Critical Thinking Clubs, Games Club, Girls on the Run, and Soccer Club. West View Elementary School was pleased to be recognized as a 2014 National Blue Ribbon School. This high honor was a testament to the commitment of providing a quality education to all students. In addition, West View received the Palmetto Gold & Silver Award for overall student performance each year since 2011. Through Parent-Teacher Organization, School Improvement Council, and other organized committees, parents and community members assisted with school-wide initiatives and programs that support student engagement and learning. West View is proud of its history of academic success and will continue to strive to provide optimal learning opportunities for students. Through a collaborative approach from all stakeholders, the school endeavors are easily accomplished. West View is fortunate to have strong parental involvement and support that provides students with specific learning opportunities and creates wonderful memories of their elementary school years.
Dr. Lindi E. Metcalf, Principal
Amanda Zibell, School Improvement Council Chairperson
