January Students of the Month Braxton Kamer, Lucas Hannan, Brody Seth, Kesley Andre'.Congratulations PWE Sensational Senators! READ MORE >
PWE December Students of the Month, Allie Fraley, Braxton Jenkins, Emma Kingrey, Allyssa Hedge. Congratulations! READ MORE >
Lorelei Carver spelled her way to become the 2020 4th grade Spelling Bee Champion. Christopher White was right behind Lorelei, taking 1st place runner-up. Congratulations to Lorelei and Chris and all the students that participated in the Bee! READ MORE >
PWE Parent/Teacher Committee (PTC) has played a very important part in the lives of both students and staff for many years and this year is no exception. Throughout the school year, and during the summers, the PTC is hard at work planning and implementing activities and fundraisers that provide new learning opportunities to students along with lot’s of fun. So... READ MORE >
We would like to thank those who helped to make Christmas of 2019 special for our students and their families. Thank You for your generosity: SOMC Development Foundation – Coats SOMC OB/GYN Associates- Dr. Arnett’s Office StaffPortsmouth Motorcycle ClubFluor BWXT and other Piketon Plant CompaniesOhio Governor Mike Dewine - Coats for Kids ProgramMany Local... READ MORE >
PBIS (Positive Behavior & Intervention Supports) "Senator Buck" drawings are held each week. Students can earn Senator Bucks by exhibiting behaviors that go "above and beyond". Work ethic, team work, engagement, safety, and West Side Pride are the core areas of the PWES PBIS matrix. Jazlyn Shaw McKindley Artrip Emmalee Kasper Gabby Howard Trinity Kirsch ... READ MORE >
Mr. Barry Carver, WN Maintenance, visited with Mrs. Banks' 1st grade class this week. Mr. Carver brought arrow heads, a bow, and other Native American items. Students learned how to make string from ligaments and saw various animal hides. Mr. Carver explained that all of the arrow heads and relics he had came from the fields surrounding the school campus. Mrs.... READ MORE >
Our fabulous third grade Math teachers earned our school a state indicator with a score of 84%! Pictured are Melanie Ogg, Amy Russell, Drew Phillips and Sara Hurst. We are so proud! #WeAreWest! READ MORE >
PWE Kindergarten teacher, Sandy Simon, was recently chosen as Scioto County's 3rd "Best Teacher" out of hundreds of candidates in the Portsmouth Daily Times "Best Of" survey. Congratulations Mrs. Simon! #WeAreWest! READ MORE >
Two elementary students earned PERFECT scores on their Ohio State Math Assessment this past spring. Third grade student, Lorelei Carver and fourth grade student, Carter Keyser.Congratulations Lorelei and Carter! We are so proud of you!! #SenatorProud! Carter Keyser proudly displays his "Perfect Score" award! READ MORE >
PWE Kindergarten students visited Noble Farms last Friday where they enjoyed a day of fun playing in the corn crib, riding the zip line swing, and many other exciting things! Thank you Noble Farms for an awesome day! READ MORE >
Kindergarten students in Mrs. Simon's class proudly display the letters they wrote about ponds, the creatures and the plants the live there. READ MORE >
Senator Bucks are given to students throughout the school year for deeds that go above and beyond. Each Friday names are drawn from the collection boxes and students receive a small reward. Elementary staff look for students that extends that little extra bit of kindness; offers support and encouragement to fellow classmates; is helpful, respectful, and... READ MORE >
Senator Bucks are given to students throughout the school year for deeds that go above and beyond. Each Friday names are drawn from the collection boxes and students receive a small reward. Elementary staff look for students that extends that little extra bit of kindness; offers support and encouragement to fellow classmates; is helpful, respectful, and... READ MORE >
'Jukebox Time Machine' was the theme for the 2019 PWE 3rd & 4th grades Spring Program. Students sang songs from the 1940s thru the 2000s with dancing queens, some cowboys and cowgirls, and Michael Jackson. Thank you Mrs. Sherman and students for a wonderful program. Thank you Mrs. Platzer for the colorful and joyful setting. We Will Miss You!! READ MORE >
Kindergarten students rehearse their Spring Program music for the school. Kindergarten students rehearse for their Spring Program. READ MORE >
The 1st and 2nd Grade Spring Program and Awards Ceremony was fill with wonderful Disney characters and song. Students entertained parents, family and friends with songs from 'Mary Poppins', 'The Little Mermaid', a Disney Mash Up, 'The Lion King', and 'The Jungle Book'. Thank you to Mrs. Sherman and our 1st and 2nd grade students for a most entertaining show. Thank... READ MORE >
On behalf of the Washington-Nile Local School Board of Education, we are pleased to announcethat the board selected Linda Shaw as the Principal of Portsmouth West Elementary. Candidates for the position completed a very thorough interview process and Mrs. Shaw wasselected from a pool of extremely qualified applicants. We have confidence in her leadership,expertise... READ MORE >
4th grade students received their graduation shirts provided by the PTC. READ MORE >
The 1st and 2nd grade Spring Program & Awards was held Thursday evening at the gym. Mrs. Sherman lead the students in celebration of 75 years of Disney. The audience was entertained with music from The Jungle Book, The Little Mermaid, Mary Poppins, and The Lion King, with costumes, solos, and dance adding to a wonderful show! #WeLoveMrsSherman #WeAreWest READ MORE >
Mrs. Dani Coleman's 3rd grade classes presented 'A Living Museum of Inventors and their Inventions'. Students researched their chosen inventor and then created a story board about that inventor. Elementary students visited the living museum and learned about many fun and interesting inventions. READ MORE >
Mrs. Simon’s kindergarten class just wrapped up a social studies unit that took them to India, France, Egypt, & Australia. Students were issued passports & money to pay for expenses along the way. The kids presented each point of interest to other kindergarten classes. READ MORE >
Enrollment forms are now available for the 2019-20 school year! You can download them here. READ MORE >
2018-2019 Elementary Yearbook Orders are now being taken for the 2018-2019 Elementary Yearbook through May 23rd. Cost is $20.00 per book or $25.00 with student name imprinted on the front cover. Order forms are available at the front office. Cash or check made payable to PWES. Yearbooks will be distributed at the beginning of the 2019-2020 school year. READ MORE >
Kindergarten students enjoyed a fun day at The Pumpkin Patch this past October. READ MORE >
Elementary 3rd and 4th grade students will be taking Ohio State Assessments beginning April 8th and continuing through May 3rd. All 3rd and 4th grade students across the state are required to take these assessments. TESTING SCHEDULE April 8th through April 12th > 3rd and 4th Grade Language Arts and Reading April 15th through April 18th > 4th Grade... READ MORE >
Washington-Nile Local School District's Early Childhood Center (Preschool Program) is a 5 STAR Quality Rated Program. The Early Childhood Center provide a strong foundation for young children preparing to enter kindergarten. Children explore, through developmentally appropriate play - with Ohio's new Birth-Kindergarten Entry Early Learning and Development Standards... READ MORE >
Washington-Nile Local School District’s Early Childhood Center (Preschool Program) houses 54 children at Portsmouth West Elementary School. The ECE is a five-star rated Step Up to Quality program (the highest rating that can be received). Preschool children must be 4 years of age by September 30 and must be potty trained. Washington-Nile Schools provides... READ MORE >
The South Central Ohio Educational Service Center (SCOESC) located in New Boston, provides support and services to educators, students, and parents in Scioto and other neighboring counties. Two services provided by the ESC include a preschool intervention program and programs for students diagnosed with multiple disability , MD classrooms. West currently has two MD... READ MORE >
Ohio Senator Joseph W. Uecker recently visited PWE preschool classrooms. Pictured with Senator Uecker are Mike Scarpino and George Goddard with COAD and Mr. Platzer ES principal. READ MORE >
3rd grade student Olivia Hannah took 1st place among approximately 1,500 other 3rd grade students throughout Ohio in the Ohio River Sweep Poster Contest this month. Olivia received $50 for her winning submission. The contest is open to students K-12 who live or attend school in a county along the Ohio River or students whose county participates in the River... READ MORE >
Students in Mrs. Morgan's 4th grade classes collected a total of 3,342 cans of food during their 'Operation Food Drive' campaign to feed local veterans. The food drive starts in early October and the food is delivered to the veterans close to Veterans Day. Mrs. Banks' 1st grade class collected the most cans with a total of 809 food items and received a class pizza... READ MORE >
Students in Mrs. Banks' 1st grade class were very happy to get their newly knitted hats to keep them warm on cold winter days. Every hat was hand knitted by Mrs. Jerry Powers, grandmother of Mrs. Deanna Roberts PWES 3rd grade teacher. All of the students in Mrs. Roberts' and Mrs. Banks' classes enjoyed receiving their new hats and send out a big THANK YOU to Mrs.... READ MORE >
Mrs. Banks' 1st grade class have been enjoying 'Guest Readers' coming into their classroom to share a story with them. Throughout the school year they have invited older students, teachers, parents, grandparents, and community members to come read a book, share a snack, and enjoy discussing the book of the day. Connecting students with readers as role models is a... READ MORE >
Jenny Richards, Naturalist with Shawnee State Forest, recently visited with Mrs. Raines' fourth grade students and brought several other visitors with her, a tortoise and lizard! Students enjoyed the opportunity to learn about the small forest creatures and also had the chance to hold them. PWES looks forward to her next visit and the opportunity to learn more... READ MORE >
PWES is very proud to announce that 1st grade teacher Mrs. Kristina Bradford was recently chosen as one of Scioto County's 'Best Teacher' in the Portsmouth Daily Times 'Best Of' voting. Mrs. Bradford has been teaching for 17 years, the last 4 years at Portsmouth West Elementary. She said, "I am thankful to have joined our Washington-Nile family 4 years ago. I... READ MORE >
Students, parents, grandparents, and teachers alike enjoyed themselves at the 4th Annual Math & Literacy Night this past week. Math & Literacy night invites families to come participate, and learn, about easy, fun effective methods to help with student learning. Elementary and middle school students, along with teachers, had stations all around the gym where... READ MORE >
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Elementary staff held a Tailgating with the Teachers night before the football homecoming. There were many fun activities and lots of yummy food for Senators fans both young and old. READ MORE >
PW Elementary staff and students welcomed Mrs. Amanda Sherman as the new Vocal Music teacher this past school year. She previously taught vocal music grades k-12 at Clay Schools for 8 years, a School Counselor at Green School for 3 years, and was the Talented & Gifted Coordinator for W-N during the 2016-17 school year. “My first year as the Music Teacher at PWES... READ MORE >
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