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Standards and Accreditations

Washburn School earned accreditation from the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI),  the Northwest Accreditation Commission (NWAC) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI),  accreditation divisions of AdvancED (Cognia as of 2020). 
 
 
NCA CASI, SACS CASI, and NWAC provide nationally and internationally recognized accreditations, the purpose of which is continuous school improvement focused on increasing student performance.  To earn accreditation, schools must meet NCA CASI’s , SACS CASI’s , and NWAC’s high standards, be evaluated by a team of professionals from outside the school and implement a continuous process of school improvement. 
 
Accreditation demonstrates to our students, parents and community that we are focused on raising student achievement, providing a safe and enriching learning environment, and maintaining an efficient and effective operation staffed by highly qualified educators.
 
NCA CASI, SACS CASI, and NWAC accreditations are recognized across state lines, which not only eases the transfer process as students move from accredited school to accredited school but also assures parents that the school is meeting nationally accepted standards for quality and successful professional practice.
 
Dr. Mark Elgart, President/CEO of AdvancED, the parent organization of NCA CASI, SACS CASI, and NWAC, stated, “The NCA CASI, SACS CASI, and NWAC accreditation is a rigorous process that focuses the entire school on the primary goal of creating lifelong learners.  Washburn School is to be commended for engaging in this process and demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement
 
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Our Mission

Washburn School is a private, nonsectarian, multicultural, nonprofit, value-based, college preparatory Pre-K to 12th-grade school in which English is the main language of instruction. Washburn School fosters a holistic, challenging, and dynamic exemplary English language educational program in a safe and nurturing environment. We educate and inspire our students to reach their full potential and we are committed to empowering them to pursue personal and academic excellence. Washburn prepares students to become critical thinkers, lifelong learners, precise communicators, ethical leaders, intellectual problem solvers, and caring global citizens.

Recent News

Washburn School Alumnus Selected for Prestigious Residency at Yale School of Medicine Featured Photo

Washburn School Alumnus Selected for Prestigious Residency at Yale School of Medicine

We are thrilled to share that Washburn School alumnus, Gabriel Garcia Castro, has been accepted into the prestigious Yale School of Medicine for his residency in Internal Medicine. Gabriel was part of the first class ever at Washburn School when the school was established in 2003, and he also graduated with the first graduating class in 2015.
Washburn School Success Story -  Fadel Mohamad Said - Acceptances to Prestigious Computer Engineering Programs Around the Nation Featured Photo

Washburn School Success Story - Fadel Mohamad Said - Acceptances to Prestigious Computer Engineering Programs Around the Nation

Celebrate Fadel Mohamad Said's exceptional achievements! Fadel has been accepted into prestigious universities, including the University of Texas for Software Engineering, Texas A&M, University of South Florida, and the University of Puerto Rico Mayagüez for Computer Engineering (Software). His outstanding academic performance and dedication make us proud. Congratulations, Fadel! #WashburnPride #ClassOf2023 #FutureSoftwareEngineer #PoncePuertoRico
Washburn School Third Graders Celebrate Black History Month Featured Photo

Washburn School Third Graders Celebrate Black History Month

At Washburn School, third-grade students learned about some of the most influential figures in African American history, gaining a deeper understanding of their contributions to society. As an English immersion school, Washburn School provides a unique and valuable educational experience for students in Puerto Rico.
Washburn School Students Shine at Middle School and 3rd & 4th Grade Spelling Bee during English Week Featured Photo

Washburn School Students Shine at Middle School and 3rd & 4th Grade Spelling Bee during English Week

Summary - Washburn School students displayed impressive spelling skills during the Middle School and 3rd & 4th Grade Spelling Bee held for English Week. Andrés Guzmán Figueroa secured the first place in the Middle School Spelling Bee while Justin Ortiz won the 1st place in the 3rd & 4th Grade Spelling Bee. Congratulations to all the participants for their hard work and dedication. Take a look at all the finalists!
Washburn School Celebrates 2023 Teacher and Student of the Year: Angel Rivera Torres and Alejandra Alvarez Toledo Who Will Be Honored at The Private School Educational Congress in San Juan, PR Featured Photo

Washburn School Celebrates 2023 Teacher and Student of the Year: Angel Rivera Torres and Alejandra Alvarez Toledo Who Will Be Honored at The Private School Educational Congress in San Juan, PR

Washburn School is honored to announce that Mr. Angel Rivera Torres has been selected as the 2023 Teacher of the Year and Alejandra Alvarez Toledo as the Student of the Year. Both will be recognized and honored at the Puerto Rico Educational Congress, sponsored by the Private Schools Association, on February 8th.
Alejandra Álvarez Toledo Wins Fourth Women's Track and Field / Cross Country Running Championship (1st Place) in Ponce, Puerto Rico and Brings Fifth Medal to Washburn School as a 2023 Senior Featured Photo

Alejandra Álvarez Toledo Wins Fourth Women's Track and Field / Cross Country Running Championship (1st Place) in Ponce, Puerto Rico and Brings Fifth Medal to Washburn School as a 2023 Senior

Alejandra Álvarez Toledo gets her back to back championship in Cross Country Running and Track and Field in the Catholic Athletic School League (LAEC) Puerto Rico where Washburn School participates in various athletic competitions on the island! She won the 2.5 km cross country race yet again in the women's branch for the third time with an incredible time. She previously won the 600 meter race in track and field.
Cursos de Inglés Conversacional Sabatinas para Niños y Jóvenes  7 a 17 años y Adultos en Ponce, Puerto Rico Featured Photo

Cursos de Inglés Conversacional Sabatinas para Niños y Jóvenes 7 a 17 años y Adultos en Ponce, Puerto Rico

Cursos de Inglés Conversacional Sabatinas para Jóvenes y Niños de 7 a 17 años comienzan el 28 de enero y terminan en mayo 13 (Costo $285).

Cursos de inglés conversacional para adultos comienzan el sábado 4 de febrero y culminan el 20 de mayo ($385 por 45 horas).

Espacios Limitados - Llame al 787-842-2227 de 8:30 a 4:00 pm para coordinar prueba de ubicación (adultos) y separar su espacio.
Resilience Grant Dulcilia Pagán Featured Photo

Resilience Grant Dulcilia Pagán

Queremos anunciar a nuestra comunidad que Washburn School y la familia Pagán ha seleccionado al estudiante recipiente de la Beca Resiliencia Dulcilia Pagán (Resilience Grant). Agradecemos a Jorge Pagán por mantener el legado de quien fue su esposa en vida, Dulce Pagán.
NO CLASS NOVEMBER 17 DUE TO NO WATER SERVICE IN PONCE AFTER LARGE SCALE PIPE RUPTURES IN OUR REGION Featured Photo

NO CLASS NOVEMBER 17 DUE TO NO WATER SERVICE IN PONCE AFTER LARGE SCALE PIPE RUPTURES IN OUR REGION

There is no water service in our area due to large-scale pipe ruptures in our region and other places in Ponce. Last night when we last checked, we did have water service. Unfortunately, we did not have water this morning.

Our water tank reserves will not last too long; therefore, we will have no class today to keep a safe and clean school.

Teachers and personnel will be in school to attend to the children that arrived early until parents or guardians pick them up.

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