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Dr. Myrrha Satow, Superintendant
Ms. Lynn Hursey, Principal
Aretha Woods, Office Manager
Jenny Riggs, Kindergarten
Tracy Day, First Grade
Keesha Smith, Second Grade
Brandy Caldwell, Third Grade
Erin Smith, Fourth Grade
Kristina Smith, Sixth & Seventh Grade
Angie Frentsos, Intervention Specialist and Title I
Jenny Johnson, Fitness Instructor
Columbus Preparatory and Fitness Academy has designed a proven educational program based on the following characteristics:
Quality Teachers
CPFA hires only state-licensed instructors and employs ongoing training and mentorship programs for all its staff.
Safety, Discipline, and Character
Safety and discipline are vital to the school. This includes the use of uniforms and clear rules of conduct. Throughout all Academy's programs, and functions, building character is key to our mission.
Open Court Reading
Several studies support the use of this phonics-based program for reading and language acquisition. Its integration of new concepts and repeated practice have been shown to be effective with the Academy's target populations.
Saxon Math
Saxon Math is based on two premises: first, that intellectual skills can be broken into simpler and simpler skills, and second, that practice over time builds mastery. Empirical research also shows that Saxon can significantly increase math achievement.
Core Knowledge
Core Knowledge is a structured system of educational benchmarks. It provides a broad base of knowledge and a rich vocabulary while encouraging consistency in instruction.
Small Class / School Size
CPFA has class sizes of 18 or fewer and school sizes of no more than 300. Small classes allow for personalized attention and enhances a staff's familiarity of students' educational and family needs.
Time on Task
Students at the Academy receive at least two hours of reading each day and 1.5 hours of Math. Additionally, CPFA employs an extended eight hour school day. Daily homework reinforcing the day's lessons is also required.
Ongoing Assessment
In addition to all required State Achievement, Diagnostic, and Proficiency tests, the Academy administers a fall and spring pre- and post- test using the Stanford 9, as well as curriculum-based measures in the classroom.
Daily Fitness
Using the Ohio Model Curriculum, the Academy provides 1.4 hours of fitness every day. The fitness program builds character, teamwork skills, self-esteem, and physical health.
To arrange bus transportation for your child to our school, please contact the school district's transportation department where you reside:
Columbus Public Schools: 614/365-5074
First Student: 614/253-1866
Reynoldsburg Schools: 614/501-1041
Whitehall City Schools: 614/417-5141
Pickerington Schools: 614/837-8525
Students at the Columbus Preparatory and Fitness Academy are required to wear uniforms everyday. A policy of required school uniforms has many advantages for students, families, and the learning community.
Uniforms eliminate discussions and competition about clothing. It is important to look nice on the outside, but positive and strong character comes from the attitudes we dress up with from the inside.
Uniforms are affordable.
Uniforms prevent students and parents from spending extra time deciding what to wear to school each morning. The time you save can be placed on affirming your child, before he/she leaves for school in the morning or a simple review of homework, before your child leaves for school.
Uniforms contribute to a positive learning environment.
DESCRIPTION OF UNIFORMS
Shirts: White Oxfords; White Polo Shirts with School Logos; Students may not wear jackets during the instructional day. They are able to wear solid colored burgundy sweaters, vests, or cardigans.
Pants: Gray (boys only)
Skirts / Jumpers: Burgundy and Gray Plaid
Socks: Solid White
Shoes: Athletic gym shoe only for health and fitness program; black comfortable, closed-toe shoes for academic classes. No flip flops or sandals or cowboy boots.
Belts must be worn with pants
Ties: Boys and Girls
School warm up suits
Specific patterns and descriptions of all uniforms are available at Educational Outfitter locations
Columbus Preparatory and Fitness Academy
1160 Watkins Rd, Columbus, OH 43207-2606 US
Columbus Preparatory and Fitness Academy
1160 Watkins Road
Columbus, Ohio 43207
614.491.7717 (tel)
614.491.8669 (fax)
lhursey@edvantages.com