P. A. Walsh STEAM Academy

P. A. Walsh STEAM Academy is at 353 West Main Avenue in Morgan Hill. It serves a student population of 442 in grades K-5. The student–teacher ratio is 19:1. Math proficiency is reported at 23% and reading proficiency at 32%. The student population is 46% female and 54% male. The school is a diverse place where students can learn about different subjects. There are special areas on campus for students in grades K–5 and grades 6–8. Shared spaces are meant to meet the needs of people of all ages. The facilities are designed to help students during their early years. Outdoor courts and fields give students space to play a lot of different sports. Students' supplies and school materials can be stored safely. The main office keeps track of all visitors and volunteers. There are clear signs that show the different areas of the academy grounds. The prices of homes nearby are usually between $780,000 and $1,100,000. Families often praise the school for how much it cares about helping students grow and get ready for school. The campus is working hard to be one of the best elementary schools in California.

Earlier this month, P. A. Walsh STEAM Academy held its annual "Read-In" event for dual language immersion students, which was attended by several community volunteers. The Measure G bond funding projects are still focused on the academy, which is still improving the campus's facilities and technology. As the spring testing window gets closer, parents are encouraged to look at the most recent school ratings and reports on how their children are doing in school.

Q1. Does the P. A. Walsh STEAM Academy teach in two languages?

Ans. The academy has a program that immerses students in both English and Spanish so that they can become fluent in both languages.

Q2. What kinds of art classes does P. A. Walsh STEAM Academy offer?

Ans. Students learn about the visual and performing arts, which are used in science and math lessons to help them think creatively about problems.

Q3. Is there a maker space at P. A. Walsh STEAM Academy?

Ans. There is a special lab on campus where students can use different tools and materials to make creative engineering design projects.

Q4. How can parents help with events at P. A. Walsh STEAM Academy?

Ans. Parents are welcome to help out with the annual STEAM fair and with different hands-on projects and activities in the classroom.

Q5. Does P. A. Walsh STEAM Academy offer coding classes?

Ans. Every year, students in the early elementary grades start learning how to program computers and think logically.