Author: JOHN DAVINO

White City Elementary Hosts Interactive Science Night! White City Elementary School recently opened its doors for an exciting Science Night, welcoming students and families to explore the wonders of science through hands-on activities. The event, presented in partnership with the Orlando Science Center, transformed learning into an engaging, interactive experience for all ages. Students and parents had the opportunity to dive into fascinating topics, from examining teeth and the digestive system to discovering the secrets of plants and creepy-crawling worms. Each station offered a chance to spark curiosity and deepen understanding of the natural world, making science both fun and … Read More

White City Elementary Students Take on the Gladiator Challenge! White City Elementary recently celebrated student success with an exciting Gladiator Challenge! This PBiS event was designed to reward students who consistently demonstrated the school’s ROAR expectations— being Respectful to Others, Always Responsible & Safe. Students earned Dojo points throughout the month for positive behavior and were invited to participate in this high-energy challenge as recognition for their efforts. The event was led by our dedicated Physical Education Coaches, Coach Jones and Coach Smith, who brought enthusiasm and teamwork to the day’s activities. Students raced as a team through a wall … Read More

White City Elementary’s 5th-grade students got a special dose of inspiration and athletic energy during this week’s “Wildcat Workout Wednesday,” thanks to a visit from SLPS Graduate and current Florida Atlantic University track athlete Richelle Williams. Williams participated with students through a series of fun fitness challenges, shared her journey as a college athlete, and emphasized the importance of staying focused in school. “If you have dreams of becoming a college athlete,” she told the students, “it starts with being a student first—working hard, staying disciplined, and believing in yourself.” Students were eager to learn more, asking thoughtful questions about … Read More

At White City Elementary, the passionate Resource Team is inspiring students to take ownership of their learning and behavior through our monthly Pick Your Own Resource PBIS events—a highlight of the positive school culture. Led by the imaginative Mr. Tobin (Art), with enthusiastic support from Mr. Jones (PE), Mr. Smith (Music), and Mr. DeLeon (Media), these events recognize students who consistently demonstrate motivation, responsibility, and kindness. With limited spots available in each resource class, students eagerly earn ClassDojo points to secure early access to their favorite activities—whether it’s painting in Art, moving in PE, making music, or exploring in Media. … Read More

James Tobin, the incredible Art teacher at White City Elementary School, has been selected to participate in the prestigious Art21 Educators Program. This yearlong intensive professional development experience brings together passionate educators from around the world to explore the transformative power of contemporary art in education. Art21 is celebrated for its commitment to contemporary art and its ability to inspire new approaches to teaching and learning. Through this program, Mr. Tobin will engage with innovative resources, collaborate with a vibrant community of fellow educators, and discover creative ways to integrate contemporary art into the classroom, not only in the arts … Read More