Albany 8J > Central Elementary
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Welcome to Central Elementary School. Built in 1915, Central Elementary School is proudly educating its fourth generation of Albany children. Located on a 7-acre campus, Central serves students from Albany's historic downtown neighborhoods.
We are pleased that you came to visit our site. We educate approximately 200 students kindergarten through fifth grade. Our staff is made up of 30 certified and classified professionals with part time specialists in music, art and technology.
Our school offers many special programs, including:
Strong Reading and Mathematics Programs
Central students consistently perform well on Oregon State assessment tests. Central Elementary School again received a "strong" overall performance rating from the state and met the rigorous standards for annual yearly progress. In 2006, over 90% of Central's 3rd and 5th grade students met or exceeded the benchmark in reading, mathematics and science (5th grade). 100% of 3rd grade students met or exceeded the benchmark in math.
Specialized Mathematics Instruction
Provides instruction to small groups of fifth grade pupils in Oregon's math "strands": algebra, geometry, measurement, statistics and calculations.
Specialized Art and Music Instruction
Central has a tradition of emphasizing the arts. Students receive weekly art instruction for grades 1-5 that focuses on the "elements of design" and introduction to various art media. Our music program provides instruction to all students twice a week. Students receive general exposure to styles of music and introduction to various instruments including keyboards, guitars, and xylophones.
Counselor
Central is excited to have the services of a certified school counselor.
Our Teachers
At Central we are very proud of the quality of our teachers that educate your children. If you would like to know more about your child's teacher qualifications, please give us a call. We would be glad to answer any questions that you may have. In 2005-2006 our teaching staff averaged 17.4 years of experience. 41.95% of our staff had a master's degree or higher, and 88.9% were deemed highly qualified according to state and federal standards.
Technology Instruction
Provides students weekly technology instruction which focuses on computer literacy, research skills, and competency in specific computer programs.
Smart Program (Start Making A Reader Today)
Parent and community volunteers provide 1-1 reading time with students in grades K,1,and 2. Students also receive two free books each month to take home. Christi Clark is the SMART coordinator for Central Elementary.
Our School is Proud to Offer:
Business-School Partnerships
Maintains a close relationship with Albany's downtown Carnegie Library. Activities have included field trips, library card drives, research projects, displays of student art and book reviews.
Character Education
A two-year emphasis with monthly assemblies to reinforce specific character traits. Teachers also integrate music and art into their character education lessons.
Parents are Our Partners
Parent Club
Provides enriching experiences for pupils, including field trips, assemblies and an Artist-in-Education program. Our officers for this year are: President - Cheryl French, Vice-President - Wendy Immel, and Secretary - Nancy Koll.
Site Council
Parents work with school staff to coordinate staff development and school activities.
Volunteering
Parents provide help in the SMART reading program, the library, the classroom. Parent volunteers are also leading the "Art Docent" program. Classes are exposed to great works of art on a monthly basis.
Our Focus For Improvement:
School improvement goals will be determined by site council and staff in the fall.