Southwood Elementary School recently celebrated the unveiling of a new mural designed by students that pays homage to the school’s history and promotes its message of unity and perseverance. Student-led literacy clubs are rapidly growing on campus, and there has been a recent emphasis on the diversity of book collections in the media center. This spring, the school successfully held a “Kindness Breakfast” to recognize students who exemplify empathy and integrity in their daily lives.

Q1. What is the overall goal of Southwood Elementary School for students in their education?

Ans. The school’s goal is for every child to gain a year’s worth or more of academic growth in reading and math so that all students in K-3 are at grade level by the end of third grade.

Q2. What awards has Southwood Elementary School received for its academic performance?

Ans. Southwood has received the Momentum State Award for academic growth and the Annual Ohio PBIS Bronze Award for positive behavior intervention and support.

Q3. What special outdoor learning experiences are available to Southwood students?

Ans. Students participate in experiential learning outside in the school garden and in the woods and creek area behind campus.

Q4. What is the school’s policy for medication for students during the school day?

Ans. A parent and physician must complete a medication consent form and all medication must be dropped off in the school office by a parent and not sent with the student.

Q5. How do families participate in school activities and field trips at Southwood?

Ans. All volunteers must complete a Volunteer Consent Form to help with field trips and many school wide events.