Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy

Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy is a public school in Wilmington, Delaware, which is a small city. The school has 394 students in grades K–2. There are 33 full-time teachers and one full-time school counselor, which gives the school a better student-teacher ratio of 12 to 1 than the district average. About 48% of the students are girls and 52% are boys. Shortlidge Academy says that 17% of its students did well enough in math to be considered proficient, and 22% did well enough in reading (ELA) to be considered proficient. The school puts a lot of emphasis on early childhood education and creates a caring and supportive environment where kids can learn basic reading, writing, and math skills as well as how to get along with others. Most of the students are from minority groups, such as African American, Hispanic, and multiracial students. The school is in a community-oriented area where people are involved and there are resources nearby. Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy has a lot of good things going for it, like small class sizes, personalized attention, and helpful early learning programs. They are also working to improve students' skills in core academic areas.

The school was proud of its new "Farm-to-Table & Social-Emotional Learning Garden" program, which lets its youngest students plant, grow, and harvest fresh vegetables while learning about nature, health, and working together.

That month, the school proudly named one of its dedicated first-grade teachers "Featured Teacher" to honor her work with young readers and learners.

Q1. What kind of programs does the academy have?

Ans. An organized elementary program with helpful teaching.

Q2. How do parents get involved?

Ans. By using events, conferences, and ways to talk to each other.

Q3. Are there services for students?

Ans. Staff help with schoolwork and social and emotional issues.

Q4. Do you have activities outside of school?

Ans. Some options for enrichment may change from year to year.

Q5. What kind of environment does it encourage?

Ans. Classrooms that are safe, respectful, and supportive.