Roy Costa, Principal

50 Child Lane, Warwick, RI  02886

Phone #: 401-734-3575

e-mail: costar@warwickschools.org

 

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  • “Home & School Connection” ~ April 2010     

  • As your child heads into the final stretch of the school year, keep him/her motivated to do well.  Try these three suggestions:

  1. Show your child that you take his/her “job” as a student seriously.  You might discuss things your jobs have in common (he/she counts pretend money in math class and you count real money as a bank teller.)  Explain that his/her schoolwork is preparing him/her for the workplace.

  2. Remind your child of his/her accomplishments.  Maybe he/she got Bs in social studies the first two quarters and a C the third quarter.  Suggest that he/she set a goal for his/her final report card (“I want to bring my grade back up to a B”).

  3. Encourage your child to find one new way to get involved at school before the year ends.  Maybe he/she could help out in the library or with the spring picnic.  You might also plan to volunteer before the year ends.  Your child will be proud to see you at school hanging artwork in the hallway or chaperoning a class party.

 

Wishing you and your family a Happy Easter!  Have a safe and pleasant April vacation!

 

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 Principal's Greetings

 

          Welcome to John Wickes Elementary School webpage.  John Wickes is a traditional elementary school that houses pre-kindergarten through grade 6.  Generally, there are two classes in each grade level.  Our building also houses three separate special education classes. 

 

          All students in grades 1- 6 are instructed in the core curricula of reading/language arts, mathematics, social studies, science, health, library science, art, music, and physical education.  The school also provides instrumental music lessons for students in grades 4- 6.  A school chorus for grades 4- 6 is also provided. 

 

          Currently, 385 students are enrolled at John Wickes Elementary School  There are 50 members of the faculty and staff who are regularly assisted by volunteers from the PTO. 

 

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School Improvement Action Planning Team - John Wickes School Goals

 

  1. To raise the educational expectations, behavioral expectations and standards of John Wickes School.

  2. To improve student performance in Reading.

  3. To improve student performance in Writing.

  4. To improve student performance in Math Problem Solving.

  5. To increase parent involvement.

  6. To expand the use of technology to support teaching and learning.

  7. To improve staff development programs.

  8. To provide students with opportunities to make good choices that will ensure their well being.

  9. To prepare students for their development of self-respect, leadership and responsibilities.

  10. To expand community involvement.

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        Further inquiries can be sent to my attention at the following address:

 

          Mr. Roy A. Costa, Jr.

          John Wickes  Elementary School

          50 Child Lane

          Warwick, RI  02886

          (Bus) 401-734-3575

          (Fax) 401-734-3578

          (Email) costar@warwickschools.org

 

Last Updated:04/20/10