2. History
“Old Wiley School” built in 1899
“New Wiley School” built on this site in 1923
Named for Calvin Wiley, first state superintendent
Built with first bond in Wake County
Magnet since 1983
3. International Studies Theme
Infusion of global competence taught through integrated
units of study
Year-long study of a world language
Quarter-long studies of Internationally focused Arts and
Movements courses
21st Century tools support learning about world cultures
4. Elective Courses
• Art, Music, PE, Humanities
• Quarter-long study
• 4 courses per year
• Internationally Focused
• Enhance the Essential
Standards
• Multi-age Levels: K-1, 2-3,
4-5
• Examples
5. World Languages
Current Offerings
Japanese
Chinese
French
Spanish
German
Choice-based
Year-long study Mon-Thurs.
Multi-age Levels K-1, 2-3, 4-5
Instruction based on years of
exposure
6. Curriculum
Students develop global
competence by:
• Investigating the World
• Recognizing and Weighing
Perspectives
• Communicating Ideas
• Taking Action
Core Curriculum taught in
integrated units of study
Promotes Understanding of
World Cultures
Center discussion around
Essential Questions
8. School-Wide Behavior
• PBIS-School-wide positive
behavior plan that reinforces
desired behaviors
• Conscious Discipline Cohort
• Clearly Defined Rules and
Expectations
• Taught and Modeled often
• Whole-class celebrations
9. Transition to Kindergarten
• Kindergarten Orientation
• Wiley KIN- playground friends
• Staggered Entry
• Meet the Teacher- Separate
10. Parent
Involvement
PTA Grant Program
Cultural Arts Programs
Science and Math Night
Volunteer Opportunities
International Book Fair
PTA Committees
