Woodhull’s Family Engagement Night is Amazing

Parent and student reactions to last week’s Woodhull Intermediate School Family Engagement Night cannot be overstated. “Incredible,” “amazing,” “fun,” and “exciting” were just some of those reactions. No one wanted it to end.

The evening was facilitated by veteran art teacher Todd Hiscox, who will be retiring from his faculty position at the end of the school years.

“Woodhull Families gathered for a fun-filled Paint Night led by our amazing art teacher, Todd Hiscox,” Principal Stephanie Campbell said. “Together, students and their parents channeled their inner artists, creating stunning 9 x 12 reproductions of Claude Monet’s impressionist masterpieces. It was incredible to see the talent and creativity of both students and parents as they crafted their own unique versions of Monet’s work.”

Fourth grader Valentina Evans and her father, Robert were among those in the cafeteria for the evening program. Their reaction was similar to that of everyone else: it was a great night.

“The evening was a beautiful celebration of creativity and family bonding as we welcomed the arrival of spring with a splash of color,” Ms. Campbell said.

Woodhull Intermediate School is a happy and nurturing place where children are encouraged to be all they can be. It has been providing youngsters in the community with an outstanding education since opening in January 1967.

As a multicultural school that stresses interdisciplinary learning and technology, Woodhull enriches academic offerings with creative vocal and instrumental music and visual art programs. The district's arts in education program calendar complements education at each grade level throughout the year. Leadership and the importance of maintaining a healthy body and an active life guide exceptional instruction in the areas of health and physical education.

The faculty and staff work diligently to provide positive examples for all students by setting high expectations and attainable goals. Responsible citizenship is encouraged throughout the year by annual food and clothing drives and benefits for recognized charities.

At Woodhull, parents, teachers and support staff work as a team to develop social awareness and academic excellence and students are intellectually hungry and excited about learning.