The Mission of World Cultures is to prepare children to be confident and productive global citizens. The academic program emphasizes understanding of the world through the integration of culture study and curriculum.

World Cultures embraces a collaborative instructional model, with students receiving additional support in the classroom from specialists in Culture, Technology, Gifted/Talented, Library/Media, Physical Education, Science and English Language Learning.  Teachers implement Readers and Writers Workshop, and Everyday Math in the classroom.

Special Features:

• The school has half-day Pre-Kindergarten and All-day Kindergarten classes.
   
• Students have enrichment opportunities in African Drum, Hmong Dance, and artist-in-residence partnerships.
   
• WCMS provides a comprehensive guidance program with a full-time counselor focusing on personal/social, academic, and career development. 
   
• Students develop leadership through our Student Council and Sixth Grade Mentoring program.