Let's get ready for kindergarten! The Early Childhood Center will be having Kindergarten Readiness Camp from June 1 through June 26. Students must already be enrolled in the ECC kindergarten program for the 2026-27 school year. If your child is not yet enrolled, visit https://www.westcarrolltonschools.com/o/wccsd/page/enrollment for information. The camp is designed to help prepare students for kindergarten. If your child is already enrolled for the 2026-27 school year, visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_u7b-cTRYn2WoLIaWylKzfyLHLyKWiQMIPsnqRCMArkzigQ/viewform to register for Kindergarten Readiness Camp.
1 day ago, West Carrollton Schools
A poster for the Kindergarten Readiness Camp at West Carrollton Early Childhood Center. It includes a QR code, images of children, and a calendar with dates.

Moms, grandmas, aunts, and all of the other women who are positive role models, thank you for supporting the Pirates! Enjoy your day.

3 days ago, West Carrollton Schools
Bouquet of pink tulips against a white wooden background. Text above reads "Happy Mother's Day".
We have been celebrating all of our teachers and support staff this week. Pictured are just a few of the people who are committed to giving every Pirate an opportunity to succeed. We appreciate all that they do!
5 days ago, West Carrollton Schools
Collage of pictures of people who work in West Carrollton schools
We're celebrating employees, and one principal is celebrating a birthday. It looks like Jen Longworth, the ECC principal, is 40 and fabulous. We think she's pretty fabulous all of the other days of the year, too!
7 days ago, West Carrollton Schools
A woman wearing a dress and a sash reading "40 & Fabulous" stands smiling against a wall.
Today is Teacher Appreciation Day. Thank you to all of our educators throughout the school district who are empowering Pirates to learn, lead, and succeed!
8 days ago, West Carrollton Schools
Text "TEACHER APPRECIATION DAY" with yellow font on white background. Various decorative elements including stars, a curved line, and a paper airplane.
Who are these masked heroes? They are some of the people who drive a school bus every day and make sure our Pirates get to school and back home. We need more heroes! If you are interested in becoming a superhero, we will help you get there! Contact our transportation department at 937-859-5121, ext. 7, for details.
15 days ago, West Carrollton Schools
A person wearing a red cape and mask holds a card with "Mr. Aaron" on it, standing before a yellow school bus.
A woman in a red cape and black shirt stands next to a yellow school bus.
Two people wear superhero capes and sunglasses in front of a yellow school bus and a brick building.
The ECC enjoyed the three P's last week - PBIS, popsicles, and extra playground time. It was a PBIS award to recognize all of the good things our littlest Pirates (yes! that's another P!) are doing.
16 days ago, West Carrollton Schools
Two boys on the playground. One holds a green object and sits on a curved red structure. Another boy stands behind him on a smaller red structure.
A young girl wearing glasses is sitting on the ground with chalk.
Three children sit on a round ride in a playground. One is sitting on the edge, while the others are seated. Other children are playing in the background.
Four young girls play on a circular, netted playground structure in front of a building.
A girl balances on a red beam outside a building with a brick wall and windows.
Kids are outdoors drawing pictures in chalk on the ground near a building.
Check out the Blue Crew! ECC Educators are wearing blue to recognize Autism Acceptance Month!
22 days ago, West Carrollton Schools
A group of people wearing matching blue shirts stands in front of a wooden wall, smiling for a photograph.
It was all about purple today at the ECC. Everyone celebrated "Purple Up" day. Even the stuffed animals had purple fur!
28 days ago, West Carrollton Schools
A group of six children and a woman stand in a hallway. They wear matching purple T-shirts.
A boy in a purple shirt sits on a swing, grinning. Another child stands behind him.
A young girl in a purple dress smiles at a playground with another child behind her.
A boy in a purple shirt with number 84 stands near a red slide at a playground.
A woman with curly hair wearing a purple shirt with "PRE-K squad" smiles. Behind her, children play, one holding a ball.
A group of children sitting in a circle on a paved playground with a woman.
Four children in a classroom hold purple stuffed animals.
A person in a purple shirt and hat makes a peace sign in front of a brick building.
Four young children stand together, each holding a purple teddy bear. They pose against a colorful wall with handprints.
A woman stands with hands on hips, smiling. Behind her, a brick building, picnic tables, and a trash bin.
The Early Childhood Center had special visitors on Monday. Helping to celebrate Month of the Military Child were Andrea Edmonds and Shatila Smith, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base School Liaison Program Managers; Dr. Michelle Lewis, representing the Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission (MIC3) and Purple Star Schools; and Pete LuPiba, State Counsel and the Ohio Commissioner for MIC3. The Early Childhood Center was one of six schools the group visited. The visitors met some of the military-connected children attending the school and presented the school with a certificate of appreciation for its support of Purple Star students. You can show your support by wearing purple on "Purple Up" Day on Wednesday!
29 days ago, West Carrollton Schools
A group of adults and children in formal attire pose together, smiling, with two children holding certificates.
Adults and children in a hallway. One child stands in a doorway. Door reads "whole school".
A man in a suit kneels to greet a young boy at a classroom door. The door is decorated with colorful drawings.
Woman holding a framed certificate shows it to two children. One child is looking at the certificate.
Did you know the Early Childhood Center is a Purple Star School? The school received that designation for the support it provides to students from military families. April is the Month of The Military Child. This morning, Principal Mrs. Longworth, Teacher and Military Liaison Miss Reichert, and District Social Worker Mrs. Meyer presented students with a parent(s) in the military a special certificate, an eagle, and a red, white, and blue hat.
about 1 month ago, West Carrollton Schools
A child holds a certificate in a classroom. Other children sit at tables behind him.
Three women and a young girl stand in a classroom. The girl holds a certificate.
Five people stand in a classroom, three women and two children. They hold certificates and smile.
A woman assists a young girl holding a stuffed toy while standing in a classroom with tables and chairs.
The day ended with some March Madness at the ECC. The staff was divided into the Red and Green teams to play basketball. Students cheered for their favorite team! The last we heard, Red was in the lead, but Green was strategizing for a comeback. Go Pirates!
about 2 months ago, West Carrollton Schools
School staff playing basketball
School staff playing basketball
School staff playing basketball
School staff playing basketball
We found some of our first-grade students dressed in their best to go to the Victoria Theatre to see a magic show. Our Pirates have style!
about 2 months ago, West Carrollton Schools
7 first grade students in dressy clothes
four girls in dresses
5 children in dressy clothes
What do these kiddos have in common? Could it be they are wearing green?
about 2 months ago, West Carrollton Schools
girl wearing glasses in a green shirt
girl smiling wearing green
girl in a green dress
girl in a green shirt
Preschool classroom picture
student in a green shirt reading a book
boy in a green shirt
boy in a green shirt
What do these kiddos have in common?
about 2 months ago, West Carrollton Schools
boy with curly hair and green on his shirt
boy wearing green shirt
girl with green tshirt with her teacher who is wearing a green hat and green tshirt
Girl wearing a green hat
girl smiling wearing a green shirt
girl wearing a green dress
boy wearing a green shirt and smiling
girl wearing a green shirt and smiliing
Boy in green shirt and pants

Exciting news! The Early Childhood Center is a recipient of the Governor's Science of Reading. There were 109 schools from across the State of Ohio that received the award, and we are proud to be one of them!

The letter received stated, in part, "Congratulations to the teachers, staff, students, and families at West Carrollton Early Childhood Center! Your school is being recognized as a Governor’s Science of Reading Champion Award School.

This designation celebrates your school’s proven commitment to providing every student with high-quality literacy instruction aligned to the Science of Reading. The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce established a set of criteria that schools must meet to be considered for recognition. We are proud to announce that your school meets these criteria.

Literacy is a top education priority for the State of Ohio. Reading is the key to school. Reading is the key to life. Through your school’s strong commitment to the Science of Reading, you are building a strong foundation for your students’ future success – not only in the classroom, but also in post-secondary education and as they enter the workforce. We applaud your school’s efforts to raise literary achievement and ensure all students have the best opportunities to become proficient readers.

2 months ago, West Carrollton Schools
Governor's Science of Reading Read Ohio Champions 2026 Seal
SUNDAY, MARCH 8 - Daylight Saving Time Begins. Turn your clocks forward one hour.
2 months ago, West Carrollton Schools
SUNDAY, MARCH 8 - Daylight Saving Time Begins. Turn your clocks forward one hour with picture of a red clock
Did you know it's Read Across America Day? Did you know that children who are read to at an early age will likely have a better attention span and better vocabulary before they enroll in school? Find out how your child can Thrive by Five at https://www.westcarrolltonschools.com/article/2241869 and begin a lifetime love of reading! Enjoy a book today!
2 months ago, West Carrollton Schools
children reading books together in a school library
March Dates to Know - Sunday, March 8, Daylight Saving Time begins, turn Clocks forward one hour; Thursday, March 12, third quarter ends; Friday, March 13, NO SCHOOL, QPT Day; Monday, March 16, Fourth Quarter Begins; and Monday, March 30, Spring Break begins. Students return on April 7th.
2 months ago, West Carrollton Schools
March Dates to Know - Sunday, March 8, Daylight Saving Time begins, turn Clocks forward one hour; Thursday, March 12, third quarter ends; Friday, March 13, NO SCHOOL, QPT Day; Monday, March 16, Fourth Quarter Begins; and Monday, March 30, Spring Break begins. Students return on April 7th.
Meet Keziah. She is in first grade in Miss Reichart’s class, and says about her teacher, “She’s very nice. She is pretty.” Her favorite subjects are math, reading, and science because “They make me learn and I get to do a lot of projects.” While at school, she enjoys parties with snacks and being on the classroom carpet, where she gets to read books. Outside of school, she likes to do homework, play, and watch television. Someday she would like to be an astronaut and says her grandma promised she would take her to space. Keep reaching for the stars, Keziah! No matter if you’re here on earth or in space, you will always be a Pirate. #wcpiratepride #wcclassof2037
3 months ago, West Carrollton Schools
Class of 2037 - Student Spotlight - Girl with hands and fingers in the shape of a heart