Points of Pride

2004 recognition for "Top 10 Most Improved MAP Schools" for improvement in percentage of students scoring "proficient" or "advanced" from 2000-2004.
1998 Missouri Gold Star School for Excellence in Education
1997 Inclusion Award from the Governor's Council on Disabilities
2004-2005 MO Arts Council Grant funded the "Winds of Knowledge" mural painted on the front of the school by the children and residence artists
Collaborative staff learning communities dedicated to improving student achievement
Diverse student population with students representing 20+ countries
A "Caring School Community" with CHARACTERplus of the Cooperating School District since 2002
Positive Behavior Support model used to develop and maintain a safe learning environment where teachers can teach and students can learn.
Parent Involvement Program provides parents opportunities to be more involved in their child's education and student achievement at Westridge.
Collaborative staff learning communities dedicated to improving student achievement for all children.