I've spent a few months here under the Classroom Buddy program. Essentially, you carve some time out of your day to spend it with a kiddo that needs a little extra educational help or encouragement. You become their "buddy." You're decently vetted before you can step foot into a classroom. There's a short application process and you must be legally background checked (with the fancy blue paper background check, not just an online one). Once approved, you get a 5 year badge and you're able to check in to the school. I'm impressed with the organization of this school. I'm in two separate classrooms and both teachers are great. The kiddos are all respectful and care to be in school. The office staff, cafeteria staff and paraprofessionals are very personable with each kiddo. It's a lovely sight to see! As for the Classroom Buddy program, it's easy to get set up if you email the school for details. Even a small amount of time with a kiddo each week could change their perspective on many things, both short and long term. You can change a child's life. Yes, YOU. read more

Mt. Washington Elementary - Elementary Schools Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

"Kids count at the Mount!" Such a silly sounding motto, but at the same time it's cute. I attended this elementary school from 4th grade to 6th grade and had a pretty good time. I really enjoyed and looked up to all of my teachers. They were all amazing and wonderful people who taught me a lot. Some of them are still there! They have an accelerated program and a magnet program that brings in students from all over outside the Mt. Washington area. We were taught Latin in preparation for the curriculum at Walnut Hills High School even though not everyone went there. I also learned how to type about 60 words a minute when I was in the 5th grade, which is something most people can't say! This is a great school for your young ones to attend. There is even a huge playground in back for recess! read more

I went to Mt. Washington Elementary from 1952-59. We had really good dedicated teachers and discipline was not a problem since Pop Emerick, the principal, had a wooden paddle. Once a week they had this really good lunch. The taste is still in my mouth, but I have not been able to replicate the recipe. It was a browned hamburger chopped up with sauce and put on a bun, covered with cheese and then put in the broiler. If anyone has this recipe, I sure would appreciate it. Some called it phony coney. I know all the cooks from that time period are all gone, but just maybe someone else out there has this same recipe. Thanks in advance. read more