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{Discovery School 58}

World of Inquiry School No. 58
 
200 University Avenue 14605
(585) 325-6170
Kindergarten through Grade 7
Principal: Sheela Webster
Parent Liaison: Shelly Boyd
PTO President: Roberta Brunelle
 
Probability of getting this school as your first choice (based on 2009-10 lottery results): 36%
 
World of Inquiry School No. 58 is a community of high expectations where our motto is “We are crew, not passengers.” We believe that student success is possible through collaboration amongst family, school, and community. We are an Expeditionary Learning school, using inquiry-based learning that is interactive, experiential, and exploratory. Students engage in learning expeditions, investigating topics that are interesting and fun. Our character education program focuses on building respect for ourselves, others, and our community.
 
At World of Inquiry School No. 58:
  • Students engage in two grade-level learning expeditions per year based on New York State standards. Learning expeditions are journeys into compelling topics used to teach reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies and promote citizenship and character development.
  • Field studies throughout the year build curiosity and knowledge about topics being studied. Field studies may include trips to Strong National Museum of Play, the Memorial Art Gallery, Rochester Museum & Science Center, Geva, the Public Market, Rochester Planetarium, Mendon Ponds Park, and the Erie Canal. 
  • Two exhibitions of student work each year allow families and the community to share in our students' achievements.
  • Two outward-bound adventures each year promote teambuilding and collaboration through activities such as canoeing, kayaking, and hiking.
  • Daily classroom morning meetings and weekly school-wide meetings feature multicultural activities, and music, student, or classroom performances.
  • The arts are integrated into every grade-level expedition.
  • Additional academic support is provided by Learning Specialists, Encompass: Resources for Learning, community volunteers, and before- and after-school tutors.
  • Student activities include Docent Team, Safety Patrol, Poetry Club, Crystals and Gems Step Team, Chess Club, WGYB Radio Show, School Post Office, Supply City, Band, Jazz Ensemble, and Chorus and others.
  • The PTO meets once a month and sponsors activities such as Annual Pasta Dinner, Family Movie Night, Snow Party in the Park, Annual Picnic, Heritage Dinner, and College Nights. The PTO also sponsors a variety of services to families, such as a clothing and food closet, a resource library, PTO informational web site, and newsletters.
  • Our school partners include Junior Achievement, University of Rochester, St. John Fisher College, Nazareth College, Strong National Museum of Play, Memorial Art Gallery, and Appellate Court Division.