WSU Charter Academy functioned as a university-affiliated lab school on the Weber State University campus. The institution focused on building essential reading and math skills for students in kindergarten and first grade.
Inquiry-based learning approach
The academy utilized an inquiry-based learning model designed to encourage curiosity, problem-solving, and creativity through experiential learning.
Instructional model and staffing structure
The school's instructional model included a high adult-to-student ratio. Each classroom featured a mentor teacher, a paraprofessional for targeted support, and Weber State University teacher candidates who gained hands-on experience.
Impact of classroom structure
This structure allowed for increased individual attention and the immediate use of research-based teaching strategies. As a lab school, the academy served to bridge university learning with real classroom practice through its partnership with teacher education programs.
Student academic performance data
Student outcomes reflected measurable progress in core subjects. Data indicated that 91% of students reached or exceeded benchmarks in reading, while 100% of students demonstrated typical or better growth in reading. In mathematics, 82% of students scored at or above benchmark, with 100% of students demonstrating typical or better growth.
Academy mission and location
The mission of the academy centered on promoting excellence in teaching and learning for the academic, social, and emotional well-being of the whole child. The school was located at 1351 Edvalson St. Dept. 1302 in Ogden, Utah.
