West Side Academy Alt. Ed
Building
Code
08929
School Facilities
Rating
Reviewers' Comments
School’s outdoor signs are visible and in good repair.
Yes
one sign but it is visible &
in good repair.
Entrance to school is well-maintained and welcoming.
Yes
BASIC
Displays in the main lobby show the school’s mission
and/or vision.
No
School office/reception area is orderly and free of clutter,
with seating available for visitors.
Yes
Student work is displayed on walls.
Yes
Stairways and hallways are adequately lit, in good repair,
and free of graffiti and litter.
Yes
Food service areas are cleaned before and after meal
times.
Yes
Restrooms are clean, functional, accessible and
adequately stocked with supplies.
Yes
Drinking fountains are clean, functional, and accessible.
Yes
Temperature is maintained within normally accepted
ranges.
Yes
The heating, cooling, and ventilation systems are
operational.
Yes
Classroom furniture is in good repair.
Yes
Classroom windows and doors are operational.
Yes
Saw some in classrooms
only saw the before but it
was very clean, even the
kitchen
Did not check windows
The library or media center has current materials.
Not
Observed
Computers are in working order.
Yes
There is a place for parents to gather to meet (e.g., a
lounge or resource center)
Yes
The school grounds are free of significant cracks, tripping
hazards, and holes.
Yes
Playground equipment is safe and in working order.
Yes
Building safety procedures are clearly displayed.
Yes
West Side Academy Alt. Ed
Physical Environment
Building
Code
Ratings
The school exterior makes a good first
impression.
Agree
There are procedures in place to ensure
school safety and security.
Agree
Physical facilities are well maintained
and in good repair (based on the
facilities checklist).
Rules of conduct are clearly posted.
The school has a clear mission or vision
statement.
The school appears to be located in a
safe neighborhood.
Learning Environment
Playground equipment for
community use
08929
Reviewers' Comments
Strongly Agree
Neither Agree
nor Disagree
They weren't however the orientation and
strong presence of security & principal
will make it happen
Not Observed
Neither Agree
nor Disagree
abandoned homes in area. Cannot tell,
however, principal indicated so
Student progress and achievement is
recognized.
Strongly Agree
Displays of academic progress are
obvious in hallways and classrooms.
Agree
There is evidence of support services
available to students (e.g., counselors,
speech therapists, reading specialists,
social workers, and/or psychologists).
There is evidence that learning for all
students is important.
Information about college is clearly
displayed.
Information about careers and technical
training is clearly displayed.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Agree
Neither Agree
nor Disagree
not enough but it is present college fair
yesterday.
Technical school & career prep in
counseling office.
Interpersonal Environment
Students appear to be happy and
friendly.
Teachers appear to have positive
relationships with the students.
Agree
Teachers were actually teaching!
Agree
Students appear to care for each other.
Flower bed for memorial flower bed.
Agree
Students appear to be following the
school’s code of conduct.
Strongly Agree
Institutional Environment
(Community/Parent Involvement)
School-wide projects that support the
community are apparent.
The school calendar lists activities and
programs and is available to staff,
students, parents, and the community.
Disagree
Not Observed
garden, opens the school to community.
Not apparent
West Side Academy Alt. Ed
Characteristics identified as School's Strengths
1
Principal- nurturing/ believes in the kids/ sense of
order/ Parent orientation/ sets the tone
2
Teachers & staff go above & beyond. Strong & good
communication.
3
Technology
Suggestions for improving the School
1
Remove label & therefore the Stigma of Alternative
2
More arts during the day
3
More college & career materials out & available
4
School & community calendar visible. LSCO presence
more visible.
5
Repair 2nd floor boys' bathroom.