Quality Schools

Inherently, rural public school districts offer many advantages that other larger districts cannot.

1. There is the opportunity for greater participation in extra-curricular activities, and that is linked to academic success.
2. Small schools are safer.
3. Kids feel they belong.
4. Small class sizes allows more individualized instruction through a better teacher:pupil ratio.
5. Good teaching methods are easier to implement.
6. Closer parent/teacher relationship in a smaller school setting as friends and neighbors are educating your children.
7. Mixed-ability classes avoid condemning some students to low expectations.
8. Multi-age classrooms promote personalized learning and encourage positive social interactions.
9. Smaller districts mean less bureaucracy.
10. More grades in one school alleviate many problems of transitions to new schools.

Additionally, the Western Community Unit School District #12:
- Offers Pre-K/Early learning education to those starting their education
- Recently did 1:1 Technology Deployment (iPads, Smartboards, and Distance Learning)
- Practical Vocational education opportunities - Dual Credit Welding Certification/Job placement program, Auto mechanics class
- Entrepreneurship education through the Pike County CEO program

For more information the local school district, visit its website at www.westerncusd12.org

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