Welcome To World Language Middle School
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The District’s World Language Middle School is in their 4th year! Sandra Santos leads the administrative team at the newcomer/immersion middle school. This program provides a rigorous bilingual language immersion continuum for the District’s two immersion schools – Ecole Kenwood French Immersion and Columbus Spanish Immersion Academy. Students are able to continue their language pathway in grades 9-12 at Columbus North International School or Columbus Global Academy.“I am excited to continue to connect with students, families, and community partners to contribute to our robust and engaging academic experience that promotes grade-level academic achievement, bilingualism, and bi-literacy in relevant and real-world ways,” said Principal Santos.Principal Santos holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Education, Physical Education, and Health Education and a Masters of Education from Wright State University. She is fluent in Spanish and was formerly an assistant principal at Mifflin High School.
District Announcements
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All Aboard the Pathway Express! Last Stop: Champions Golf Course
Pathway Express speeds full-steam ahead to arrive at its final destination of the year – the Champions Golf Course on April 12!
This experience includes activities and resources to expose students to service-learning outside the classroom. Students and their families will enjoy FREE admission from September 1st through November 30th, as they explore and honor stories of courage and sacrifice.
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Registration for Summer Experience Opens Feb. 8!
Registration for Summer Experience for elementary and middle school students is NOW OPEN!
The 2025 Summer Experience is FREE to all Pre-K through 12 Columbus City Schools students! Summer Experience for Pre-K through 8 students kicks off June 23, and June 9 for high school students. We're excited to provide CCS students and families with a summer of exciting school and community-based learning experiences. Click here to learn more.
School Announcements
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Is your student out today?
Click here to let World Language MS know why your student is out today.
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Drop-off/Pickup Info
Dropoff is in the back parking lot, which can be accessed from Sharon Ave (yellow in the map below). Upon exiting the car, students should take the sidewalk around to the front of the building (green dots in the map below), and enter through the main doors.
Pickup will also be in the back parking lot, at 2:30 pm. Cars should form a line, and wait for their kids to come out. There will be a staffperson there to help organize the students.
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WLMS Update
Welcome back to school! A note for families: WLMS does not have Latchkey.
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Watch our School Choice Fair video!
News
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Young Inventors Shine at CCS Invention Convention, Tackling Real-World Challenges
Thirty-six students showcased their inventions at the Columbus City Schools Invention Convention in March. Students created products aimed at solving real-world problems.
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CCS Presents the Vex Competition Robotics & STEM Expo
Columbus City Schools is proud to announce the 2025 Vex Competition, Robotics and STEM Expo on March 22, 2025, at Northland High School.
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Superintendent's Message: Protecting Our District and The Fight for Fair School Funding
A message from Superintendent/CEO Dr. Angela Chapman.
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Superintendent Message to the Community: Protect Your Investment & Share Your Voice
A message from Superintendent/CEO Dr. Angela Chapman.
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WATCH: Superintendent/CEO Dr. Angela Chapman Sends Message Ahead of Black History Month
Superintendent/CEO Dr. Angela Chapman sends a message of empowerment to students and schools ahead of Black History Month.
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CCS Students Transform Ohio Department of Health with Vibrant Art Exhibit
Stepping onto the second floor of the Ohio Department of Health feels like entering a vibrant gallery, where 48 Columbus City Schools (CCS) students' creativity takes center stage.
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Family and Community Engagement Series (FACES) - Mental Health Part II
Learn how students at the Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls are managing their emotions, and break the stigma of male mental health with Jewel Woods of the Male Behavioral Health & Center For Men & Boys.
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CCS to Host Special Education Teacher Recruitment Events
Join Columbus City Schools for the Special Ed Teacher Recruitment Events taking place this upcoming February!
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Celebrate National Family Literacy Month with CCS
November 1 marks the beginning of National Family Literacy Month, a time dedicated to fostering a love for reading and learning within families.
Contact Us
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Phone: 614-365-5707
Fax: 614-365-8991
Email: worldlanguagems@columbus.k12.oh.us
School Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
World Language Middle School
330 East Dominion Boulevard
Columbus, OH 43214
Leadership
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Jennifer Geistfeld, Community Liaison
jgeistfeld@columbus.k12.oh.us