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Professional Learning!

Our teachers are constantly learning, growing, and getting better. Our professional learning sessions enhance learning for our children!

Free Student Healthcare & Mental Health Support

Virtual doctor visits and therapy—available at school or home via Hazel Health. No cost, insurance, or immigration requirements.

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Welcome to John Welsh Elementary School!

Welsh in the News!

Check out the wonderful things that have been happening at Welsh! We are excited to continue to expose our children to meaningful leaders, experiences, and resources. 

John Welsh Vision

We challenge the fundamental notion of education beyond the four walls of our school. We believe that the success of our students is predicated on the cultivation of an equitable and liberated community, and therefore, we strive to do whatever it takes to not only remove barriers and increase access for our children but also enable our community to find their individual and collective voice and power.
 

John Welsh Mission

By working together cooperatively, the staff, students, parents, and community will respect each other and work to their fullest potential to recognize John Welsh students’ special needs and demands.  These include but are not limited to experiencing success, recognition for accomplishments, and feeling supported, accepted, and worthy.  By being committed to this responsibility that we all share, the values of achievement, perseverance, trust, pride, and diversity will be prevalent and conducive to a nurturing, social, and learning environment at the John Welsh Elementary School.
 

John Welsh Core Values

  • We do whatever it takes for our children.
  • We believe in and celebrate all of our children.
  • We are constantly learning, growing, and getting better.

John Welsh School-wide PBIS Expectations

Our Positive Behavior and Intervention Support System at John Welsh Elementary has the following expectations that are addressed daily throughout our building:

  • Be Safe
  • Be Caring
  • Be Respectful
  • Be Responsible
Welcome!
 
At John Welsh School, we believe that education is a journey we take together. Our doors are open to a community where every child is known, valued, and inspired to reach their full potential. We are more than just a place of learning; we are a vibrant community of educators, students, and families dedicated to fostering curiosity and kindness. Whether you are a first-time parent or a long-standing member of our “Bulldog” family, we are thrilled to have you here. 
 
Yours in partnership,
Principal Green, Assistant Principal Fay & Assistant Principal Ridgeway