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Gordon Dewitt Elementary School

425 FALLS AVE CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH 44221

Top 10% School in Ohio

Ranked 39 of 236 in Ohio

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About Gordon Dewitt Elementary School

Gordon DeWitt Elementary School is a public K–5 school located in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, that serves about 350 students with a student-to-teacher ratio of around 16:1. The school, which opened in its modern two-story building in 1968 in a suburban neighborhood, is part of the Cuyahoga Falls City School District. The school offers a complete curriculum that includes all the core subjects, the arts, physical education, and a Gifted & Talented program to support the needs of all students. With Principal Jennifer Skala, Mrs. Skala tries to and has developed an environment that fosters caring, and inclusiveness, while continuing to encourage students to be explorers, creators, and critical thinkers. In addition to the school supporting family and community engagement through events and volunteering, Mrs. Skala and the school puts a high priority on family and community engagement. Explore more Best elementry school in Ohio

Gordon Dewitt Elementary School Contact Information

Address

425 FALLS AVE CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH 44221

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Phone

(330) 926-3802

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 72%
Reading 72%
State average proficiency is 72% in Math and 72% in Reading.
22
Full-time Teachers
16 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
373
Total Students
$75495
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 39 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Gordon Dewitt Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:45 am to 3:20 pm

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 72.1%
Asian 7.8%
Hispanic 4.7%
Black 3.8%
Two+ Races 11.6%
Native Am. 0%
White
72.1%
Asian
7.8%
Hispanic
4.7%
Black
3.8%
Two+ Races
11.6%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 373
48.8%
182 Female
51.2%
191 Male

Student Population

373 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

736 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

1) Monster Mash PTO Dance Fundraiser: Taking place on October 24th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the DeWitt Elementary School Gym. This beloved annual Halloween dance party is open to all families/students. ([cfalls.org])

2) Medical Assistant Day: Scheduled for October 22, part of the school's commitment to recognize various professions and their contributions to our community. ([cfalls.org])

3)Get in the ZONE! Project: Gordon DeWitt Elementary School was honored to receive a $15,000 grant from the GAR Foundation for this project that focuses on understanding students' strengths, exposure to science education, and confidence building. ([garfoundation.org])

FAQ

Q. Are there any specialized programs for students who are advanced learners?

A. Yes, our school has a Gifted & Talented program available for academically advanced learners to challenge them, as well as to support their needs.

Q. Is technology incorporated into the learning experience?

A. Yes, students will find interactive whiteboards, tablets, and other digital tools in classrooms to further support the teaching and learning experience.

Q. Are programs in the arts and music available?

A. Yes, students will have the option to join music, art, and drama programs, including any of the After-School Drama Club programs.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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