Eakin Elementary School is celebrating a big win in its early literacy program, as primary students achieved record-high scores on their mid-year foundational reading assessments. The school community gathered for its annual “Eagle Wellness Day,” bringing local health experts and families together for a day of interactive fitness challenges and nutrition workshops. The campus also recently received an innovative award from Columbus City Schools for its “Big Buddy Program” in which older students mentor the younger students.

Q1. Does Eakin Elementary School offer special instrumental music classes for students in the upper elementary grades?

Ans. Fourth and fifth grade students may participate in band or orchestra and receive introductory lessons in a variety of instruments.

Q2. How Eakin Elementary School’s STEAM discovery lab provides students with a variety of hands-on engineering kits, including:

Ans. Our lab is outfitted with contemporary building materials and robotics kits that enable students to solve complex design problems.

Q3. What measures does Eakin Elementary School take to ensure the student drop-off and arrival process in the morning is safe and efficient?

Ans. A staff-monitored car-rider loop and designated safety patrols ensure a very secure morning commute on campus.

Q4. Are there any opportunities for student leadership this year at Eakin Elementary School such as a safety patrol?

Ans. Fifth graders may apply for campus leadership positions to help staff and mentor younger students through morning routines each day.

Q5. Does Eakin Elementary School have any annual family events that celebrate the various cultures of the neighborhood?

Ans. Every spring we have a heritage banquet where families share food and traditions in celebration of our inclusive school community.