School Profile
West Irvine Elementary School Profile
About Our School:
West Irvine Elementary is a K–5 school located in a rural community along the banks of the Kentucky River. We currently serve approximately 445 students, supported by a dedicated team of certified teachers and staff who are committed to providing high-quality instruction in a safe, supportive, and engaging environment.
Our leadership team includes a principal, assistant principal, instructional coach, and school counselor who work collaboratively to support the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth of every student. At West Irvine, we strive to create a culture where students feel valued, challenged, and empowered to succeed.
Engaging Our Stakeholders:
At West Irvine Elementary, we believe school success is built through strong partnerships between educators, families, and the community. We actively engage stakeholders in planning and decision-making processes to ensure all voices are heard and valued.
School-Based Decision Making (SBDM) Council
Our SBDM Council, composed of parents, teachers, and administrators, plays an important role in decisions related to curriculum, staffing, budgeting, and school policies.
Estill County Schools District Team
District leaders provide ongoing support through school visits, instructional coaching, and professional learning opportunities designed to strengthen teaching and learning.
Estill County Board of Education
The Board of Education remains actively involved through regular updates and collaborative conversations focused on student success and school improvement.
Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)
Our PTO supports student and staff initiatives through school events, family engagement opportunities, and partnerships that strengthen our school community.
Families and Community
We value open communication and strong relationships with families. Through our school app, newsletters, social media, and school events, families remain informed and connected to the work happening at West Irvine.
Stakeholder feedback is gathered through surveys, meetings, and ongoing communication and is used to guide continuous improvement efforts across the school.
Our Mission and Instructional Focus:
Our mission is to:
“Become a School of Excellence by providing high-quality education for all students in a safe and supportive environment.”
We aim to achieve this through:
Rigorous Tier 1 instruction, aligned to Kentucky Academic Standards
Use of high-engagement strategies, such as those from the Thoughtful Classroom framework
A master schedule designed to provide targeted support through intervention blocks and push-in services
District-provided, high-quality instructional resources in both reading and math
Our educators regularly collaborate in planning sessions to ensure that lessons are aligned with grade-level expectations and that assessments measure true student understanding.
Achievements and Focus Areas:
Our teachers are deeply committed to continuous improvement. Through weekly planning and coaching, they focus on ensuring instruction and assessment meet the rigor of the standards and support student growth.
As we continue transitioning from an intermediate school (grades 3–5) to a full elementary school (K–5), we are prioritizing:
Curriculum alignment across grade levels, using tools like iReady for reading and math
Enhanced Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) to identify and respond to student needs
Refinement of our PBIS framework to ensure consistency and effectiveness, particularly as we adapt it for younger learners
Strengthened social-emotional learning supports to help students develop critical life skills
Ongoing instructional coaching to improve Tier 1 instruction and ensure assessments align with the depth of the standards
These efforts are part of our commitment to fostering a culture of learning, growth, and success for every student.
155 Riverview Road
Irvine
KY
40336
606-723-4800
606-723-5350
Email Tonya Miller
Principal: Tonya Miller