News & Announcements

Please be advised that WPACES will open on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, with a 2-hour delay due to bus availability issues.

Due to inclement weather, the WPACES Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service event scheduled for Monday, January 20, 2025, has been cancelled. Please stay safe and warm.

On Monday, January 20, 2025, WPACES invites families to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a morning of service projects, learning, and community. Join us from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the WPACES School Building.

Due to the inclement weather, we will have another asynchronous learning day on Tuesday, January 7, 2025.

Happy New Year! School is back in session today, Friday, January 3rd, 2025! All students are expected to attend, with dismissal at 3:00 PM for Kindergarten and 3:30 PM for Grades 1 through 5.

On December 19, 2024, WPACES was honored to be the recipient of the annual Holiday Toy Celebration, co-sponsored by the Philadelphia Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Non-Violence and Social Change and Global Leadership Academy Charter Schools.

Mr. Ronald Washington (4th Grade) and Mrs. Megan Kinsey (Kindergarten), two of our veteran teachers, continue to exemplify our commitment to nurturing student success and partnering with families.

The Winter Scholastic Book Fair is here! From December 9th to December 13th, students can shop for their favorite books during the day, with special evening hours during report card conferences for the whole family. Set up an eWallet online for secure and convenient shopping.

Join the West Philadelphia Achievement Charter Elementary School Performing Arts Department for an enchanting evening of music, drama, and holiday cheer. Watch "Winter Wonderland" live on YouTube, Thursday, December 19th, 2024, at 7 PM. Don’t miss this spectacular performance!

Students can shop for affordable, high-quality gifts for family and friends while learning valuable life skills. Don’t miss this exciting event!