New Haven Interdistrict Magnet Schools
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Ross Woodward Classical Studies Interdistrict Magnet
185 Barnes Avenue, New Haven, CT 06513 MAP
Main Office: 203-691-3100
Magnet Resource Office: 203-691-3118
Grades: Pre-K 3 & 4 – 8th grade
School Hours: 9:15 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Principal: Cheryl Brown
Enrollment: 570 students
Open House 2012
Thursday, January 19: 6-7:30pm (Snow Date: Jan. 26)
***POSTPONED! The January 21st Open House will be held on Snow Date: Jan. 28 from 10am-12pm***
Wednesday, January 25: 10am-12pm (Snow Date: Jan. 26)
Shadowing
Available by appointment.
Grades 3-4: Jan. 31, 10am-12pm
Grades 5-6: Feb. 2, 10am-12pm
Grades 7-8: Feb. 7, 10am-12pm
More Info
Call Ashley Stockton at (203) 691-3113
Our Mission
Ross Woodward Classical Studies Magnet School offers a unique curriculum rooted in the liberal arts tradition. From kindergarten through eighth grade students explore great works in literature, the arts, innovation, and exploration, while studying corresponding periods of history, scientific discovery, and mathematical reasoning.
National and state standards are met by integrating the curriculum put forth by New Haven Public Schools with project-based units of study unique to Ross Woodward. Each unit of study explores great works over time and guides students as they develop historical thinking, linking the past to the present. Students apply knowledge and skills to interdisciplinary projects in order to demonstrate understanding.
Ross Woodward is a Paideia School. Paideia principles emphasize seminars, or group dialogue to promote critical thinking and to build understanding of ideas and values. Paideia is an approach to teaching and learning that strongly supports the values of a classical education. Paideia promotes:
-An integrated core curriculum for all students
-Individualized assessment based on personal growth
-A school culture dedicated to life-long learning
-An environment in which students are active participants in the democratic process
At Ross Woodward, a classical education embraces the universal principles of truth, justice, honesty, and respect. As a school community we aim to instill these principles in the mind and character of each student.
Additional School Features
- Full Day PreK3 & PreK4 programs (7:30am - 5:30pm)
- Spanish Language instruction for Grades 6-8
- Classical String Orchestra
- Marching Band
- Chorus
- Student Government
- National Junior Honor Society
- Math Counts Club
- Yearbook Club
- Before and after school programs for Grades 2-8 (Program runs from November to May. Before school program is held from 7:45 -9:00am, Monday through Friday. Parents must provide transportation. After school program is held from 3:30 - 5pm, Monday through Thursday. After school program transportation is provided for New Haven residents only. Specific program details subject to change.)
- Uniform School: navy blue or green tops and navy blue or khaki bottoms
- Convenient location off I-91
Ross Woodward’s Education Partners
- National Paideia Center
- National Endowment for the Humanities
- VH1 Save the Music
What our students are saying...
"The most exciting thing about Ross Woodward is the seminars. We have a lot of diversity within our school and the kids have various opinions about things. I like participating in seminars because we hear other people’s opinions and learn about what they think" -Jasmine L., Grade 8