The physical education teacher uses letters and works in activities to enhance language arts. The use of numbers, math facts, measurement, and directional words support the standards of learning in mathematics. Rhythmic activities and games from around the world enhance History. Music classes sing songs that coordinate with the reading program and areas of the curriculum including History and Science. Art enriches the English curriculum through the use of visual stimulation, sequencing, story illustration, and role-playing.
Art enhances science through the study of color and light.
Often subject matter for art activities includes plant and animal life and various land forms. Students use the computer as an art tool thus enhancing the Standards of Learning in technology. Technology WES is among the most technologically advanced elementary schools in the nation. High quality computers are available for student and teacher use in the library, classrooms, and computer laboratory. The Ranger System puts at the fingertips of every teacher the ability to draw from the wide array of technology resources located in our library.