Mission Statement
The mission of Mr. Washington School is to provide a rigorous and challenging academic program that enables all students to master and exceed state and district academic standards.
The staff and faculty are committed to educate, nurture and support every child as he/she strives for academic success and social maturation. The educational goal is to encourage lifelong learning in an every changing society.
School Mascot and Colors
Our school takes great pride in our historic building and grounds, the professional expertise of our faculty, the level of committment from staff and the positive relationships we have with our parents and community. Our school mascot, the Mustang, represents determination and courage. Our traditional school colors are green and white.
Core Curriculum
The State of Ohio Academic Standards comprise the framework for the core curriculum at Mt. Washington. Using the state standards as a base, the faculty has designed a curriculum that meets and exceeds these standards. Reading, Language Arts, Math, Social Studies and Science are considered the five major subjects. Student progress is monitored on a quarterly basis, and work is designed for each student on their level. Students who qualify for advanced course work can take advantage of our college preparatory classes offered as part of the core curriculum.
Advanced and Enrichment Classes
Students who qualify for advanced course work will be placed in faster-moving college preparatory classes. Students may qualify for these classes based on the standard testing results and teacher recommendation. Throughout this next school year, every effort will be made to challenge our students to reach further, and go farther, in their studies.
Additional Curriculum Offerings
In addition to the highly competitive core curriculum offerings, Mt. Washington offers classes in Music, Physical Education, Computer and Art (budget permitting). The integrated curriculum presented in these classes enhances and supports the instruction given by teachers within the core subjects.
Special Education and Volunteer Tutors
Mt. Washington has three intervention specialists. One specialist is assigned to the primary teach, one to the intermediate teams, and the third to the junior high team. These teachers work with students who have Individual Education Plans, or I.E.P's.
Our school partners with the Cincinnati Youth Collaborative to bring tutors and mentors to students needing individual assistance. Parents, community members and retired teachers serve as volunteers, mentors, and tutors, and their help, support and guidance is greatly appreciated at "The Mount". If you would be interested in becoming a tutor or mentor, please call our volunteer coordinator, Mrs. Debbie Luedeker, at 363-3800.