Plaza Elementary School is leading the way as it launches a groundbreaking, school-wide aviation and drone program. Using the school’s historic home — the site where the first American monoplane was built in 1910 — the curriculum has been infused with real-world flight technology. Fifth graders have moved from high-fidelity flight simulators to piloting actual drones in their classrooms. It is a first of its kind and shows the district’s dedication to experiential learning, drawing the attention of the community by turning young students into local pilots.

Q1. What’s a typical school day like for students at this campus?

Ans. School hours are 8.40 a.m. to 3.10 p.m. Monday through Friday for students.

Q2. Does the school have a before- or after-school childcare program?

Ans. Extended day care is available on-site in partnership with the local YMCA for supervised activities before the morning bell and after dismissal.

Q3. After 5th grade, where do the kids that leave this place go to middle school?

Ans. The graduating fifth graders typically transition to Baldwin Middle School to begin their secondary education journey in the district.

Q4. What instrumental music instruction do you offer and at what grade level does it begin?

Ans. Students in fourth grade and above may join the school band or orchestra program, receiving weekly lessons during the school day.

Q5. How can parents participate in the school’s parent-teacher organization?

Ans. Parents can participate in the active Plaza PTA, which meets monthly in the evening and provides volunteer opportunities for seasonal school events and field trips.