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Fostering Creativity and Innovation Through Arts and Technology

All Children Can Learn

Upcoming Events

Oct 4

1st Friday hosted by 5th Grade

Oct 9

No School Indigenous People's Day

Oct 15

School will be in session at West Philadelphia Achievement Charter Elementary School (WPACES) on Thursday, October 3, 2024. Please ensure students are on time. WPACES is open even though some local schools may be observing a holiday.

First Day of School – Start the Year Off Right!

Join us on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at 8:00 AM as we kick off the new school year with excitement and enthusiasm. Get ready for a fantastic year of learning and growth!

Donuts with Dad

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 | 7:30 am - 9:00 am

WPACES Annual Olympic Day Today!

Join us for a fun-filled day at Monarchs Field celebrating WPACES Annual Olympic Day with exciting activities and games for all students.

Free Eye Exams and Glasses for Kids This Summer!

This summer, ensure your child's vision is perfect with no-cost eye exams and glasses offered by Eagles Eye Mobile, powered by Vision To Learn. Available for all K-12 students in Philadelphia & Delaware County who have vision concerns or have previously failed a vision screening.

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Mission

The School’s Mission Statement is that “All Children Can Learn”. At WPACES we are dedicated to stimulating excitement about learning in a technology & arts-infused safe and respectful environment.

Who We Are

We are committed to using the arts and technology to produce educated youth who are prepared to take on the new and more global challenges of our society. We are also committed to helping children find their area of intelligence and use it to maximize their learning. It is also our mission to foster true partnerships with parents and the community.

Vision

When students leave this school they will have a firm foundation in the skills necessary to be successful in the middle school curriculum. Students will have a background in the arts and technology to formulate creative, expressive designs, interpretations and appreciation for other students' work as well as their own imagination and work.

Welcome to WPACES

At a glance

18 Clubs, Afterschool, Summer Programs
85% Student Growth in English/Language Art
96% Student Growth in Math
100% Staff Receive Ongoing Professional Development
#1 Oldest Exclusively Elementary Charter School in the City of Philadelphia opening 2001