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John Williams School No. 5555 N. Plymouth Avenue 14608(585) 325-2255Pre-K through Grade 8
Principal: Terrilyn HammondParent Liaison: Diane LeonePTO President: Ishimara Rivera-DelgadoJohn Williams School No. 5 is an ELL school—a school for children whose native language is other than English—for the City School District. Our professional staff model lifelong learning while teaching an innovative, challenging, creative, and student-centered curriculum. We work to meet high standards in a safe, supportive, nurturing, and culturally sensitive environment. Our instructional program is guided by a school improvement plan that targets student performance in reading and math. The school features two fully equipped computer labs, and laptops/tablets are accessible in every classroom.Grade Level: PreK-8Uniforms Required: YesForeign Languages: SpanishEnglish Language Learners: YesHonors/Enrichment Classes: YesEarly Literacy Program: NoChorus: YesBand/Orchestra: YesInstrumental Music Lessons: YesSports: YesStep Teams: YesExtended/Expanded Day: NoSaturday School: NoOn-Site After-School Care: NoSummer Programs: YesBusiness/College/Faith Partnerships: Rochester Institute of Technology, University of Rochester, Roberts Wesleyan College, Nilico, Eastman Kodak, Oasis Christian Fellowship Church, Love Fellowship Worship Center, Windstream, Nielson, Jewish Federation, Boy Scouts of AmericaSCHOOL FEATURES- Family oriented, supporting students and providing assistance to families.
- Assists English Language Learners with both integrated language and newcomer classrooms to best support student needs.
- Provides intramurals, band/orchestra, math club, Boy Scouts, step team, safety patrol, comic book club, girls collegial circle, and chess club.
- Character education programs, including Primary Project, daily school creed, Positively Pawsome incentive through School-wide Positive Behavior Supports, Restorative Justice, and vision statement to cultivate respect and responsibility.
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Fosters an international school environment where cultural and linguistic diversity are embraced.
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Offers reading programs (100 Book Challenge) to foster a love of reading and the development of reading skills among students.
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Offers student activities including Student Council, Safety Patrol, Classroom Helpers, and the Bobcat Ambassadors.
Last Modified on July 11, 2018