Columbus Bilingual West

Academics

Explore the curriculum, programs, and academic support available to students at Columbus Bilingual West.

At Columbus Bilingual Academy – West, students build a strong academic foundation through standards-based instruction aligned with the Ohio Learning Standards. Daily Spanish instruction and cultural studies enrich the curriculum, promoting bilingual communication skills and global awareness. Teachers integrate hands-on and project-based learning to foster critical thinking and engagement. Personalized language support ensures that each student receives the assistance they need to succeed.

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Core Subjects & Electives

At Columbus Bilingual West, we provide a standards-based curriculum that teaches students skills for college and career readiness. Our curriculum is built on the Ohio Learning Standards (OLS) for English Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, Physical Education, and Spanish.

English Language Arts

Students develop reading, writing, and communication skills through structured lessons that emphasize vocabulary, comprehension, and expression. Instruction supports literacy development in English, laying the groundwork for academic success.

Math

Math instruction focuses on building number sense, problem-solving abilities, and logical reasoning. Students engage with mathematical concepts through interactive activities that connect learning to real-world applications.

Science

Science lessons encourage curiosity and exploration. Students investigate life, Earth, and physical sciences through observation, experimentation, and analysis, developing a deeper understanding of the natural world.

Social Studies

Students explore history, geography, civics, and cultures to understand their community and the wider world. Lessons promote critical thinking and help students make connections between past and present.

Spanish

Students participate in at least 45 minutes of daily Spanish instruction, developing vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills. Cultural lessons and activities enhance language learning and foster appreciation for diverse perspectives.

Physical Education

PE supports physical development and overall well-being. Through movement, games, and skill-building exercises, students improve coordination, teamwork, and healthy habits.

Art

Art is the creative expression of human thoughts and feelings through visual forms like color, shape, and texture.

Dance

Dance is the rhythmic and expressive movement of the body to music, serving as a universal language for storytelling, emotion, and cultural connection.

Instructional Model

Our school is built on a strong foundation of high expectations for academic achievement for all students. Our instructional model has five key components to achieve strong academic results:

Individualized Instruction

Students participate in a variety of learning activities each day that individualize instruction for each subject area. Students receive whole class instruction, small group instruction, and individual instruction with teachers, technology and other curricular tools.

Certified & Licensed Teachers

Our teachers meet the educator qualification requirements outlined in the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA): Bachelor’s degree, grade-level teaching license/certificate & ability to demonstrate subject area expertise. Our teachers are supported by trainers and participate in continuous, research-based professional development. Our teachers are accountable for student learning and rewarded for high quality performance.

More Time on Task

Our students receive double the instruction in ELA and Math to provide a strong foundation for all learning. Beginning with full-day Kindergarten, our school also follows a longer school day and school year than many other schools.

Short Cycle Assessments

Student knowledge of academic standards is assessed formally and informally in short cycles by each teacher. Our teachers adjust class-level and individual instruction based on student performance in these frequent intervals.

The Blitz™

The Blitz™ is an award-winning academic program created by Dr. Chad Carr. It was first implemented at Columbus Preparatory Academy (CPA), a public charter school that was failing academically by the 2006-07 school year. The Blitz™ took CPA from closure status to the #1 ranked public school in the state of Ohio within three years, a position it held while implementing The Blitz™ from 2010-2017.

The Blitz™ competition takes place each spring during the eight weeks leading up to the Ohio State Test (OST). Students play Blitz™ review games and become familiar with the vocabulary and structure of state assessments. During fun and friendly competition, students participate in a series of academic pep rallies where they:

• Gain confidence in their ability to perform well on the test • Showcase their creative talents during school-wide games • Encourage one another to put forth their best effort academically & behaviorally • Receive rewards for excellence, including a series of field trips based on their end-of-year Blitz™ rankings

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Columbus Bilingual West serves a diverse population of students and we work to support the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of all students.

Kristina Milia

Special Education Coordinator

kmilia@accelschools.com