Whitehall Preparatory and Fitness Academy
About Whitehall Prep
Whitehall Preparatory & Fitness Academy is a tuition-free public school serving students in grades K–8. Located in the heart of Whitehall, we offer a unique approach that combines rigorous academics, daily fitness instruction, and a strong focus on character development.
Our teachers are dedicated to helping each child reach their full potential academically, physically, and emotionally. At Whitehall Prep, we believe every child can succeed with the right support, structure, and opportunities.
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High Schools Want Our Graduates
Our Transition Program helps 8th graders leave Whitehall Prep fully prepared for high school academically, socially, and emotionally.
We guide families through applications, test prep, and interviews, helping students earn spots and scholarships at some of the top private high schools in Ohio.
With the right support, our students don’t just get in. They stand out.
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Back to School Mode: Activated 👩🏽🏫
Our dedicated educators at Whitehall Preparatory & Fitness Academy have been working hard to prepare for the upcoming 2026-2027 academic year!
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⚽💙 Today is the last day to register for Grow Her Game!
Performance Academies has been proud to collaborate with the Columbus Crew through its Stay in the Game! initiative, working together to decrease chronic absenteeism and encourage students and families to build strong, consistent attendance habits.
The Columbus Crew has also collaborated with Columbus Recreation and Parks to Grow Her Game and expand access to soccer for young girls throughout Columbus. Girls ages 4–7 can participate in a new all-girls soccer league, with FREE registration available for eligible families through Every Kid Sports!
The season includes uniforms, soccer swag, six games, and a special end-of-season celebration at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field.
📅 Today, August 7, is the last day to register!
Visit hubs.la/Q04sfhzF0 for more information about free registration and help us spread the word!
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🎒💰 Don't Miss Ohio's Tax-Free Weekend! 💰🎒
Back-to-school shopping just got a little easier! Take advantage of the 2026 Ohio Sales Tax Holiday and save on many back-to-school essentials before the first day of school.
Need to know what your scholar needs? Visit hubs.la/Q04rcTpk0 to find your school's back-to-school supply list and get ready for an amazing year!
Happy shopping—we can't wait to welcome our scholars back to school soon! 📚✏️🍎
Hello all! We want to end out this week by welcoming Ms. Misty Woolfolk Crawford to the team here at WPFA!
With heavy hearts, we share the passing of our longtime Speech and Language Pathologist and dear friend, Kate Penn.
Kate was the kind of person who made everyone feel welcome. Her positive attitude, genuine kindness, and passion for living life to the fullest left a lasting impression on everyone she met. Whether she was supporting students, encouraging colleagues, or sharing the mission of Performance Academies with families in the community, Kate gave her whole heart to everything she did.
We could always count on Kate. Throughout her years with Performance Academies, she touched the lives of countless students, families, and staff members. While the space she leaves behind can never truly be filled, we know our schools and our community are better because we had the privilege of knowing and loving her.
We will deeply miss her larger-than-life personality, her contagious smile, and the incredible hugs that made so many people feel seen, valued, and cared for.
Our hearts are with Kate's family and friends. We are holding them close in our thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time and extend our deepest love and support.
Kate's legacy lives on through the lives she touched, the students she championed, the colleagues she encouraged, and the countless moments of kindness she shared. She will forever be a part of the Performance Academies family and will be deeply missed.
Please join us in welcoming Mrs. Vinita Vashishtha to the Middle School team at WPFA! She brings with her 26 years of experience in teaching science to students from grades 6 up to grade 12.
Mrs. Vashishtha has led a Science Department and served as an Academic Coordinator in previous roles. She excels at facilitating hands-on, collaborative lab activities for her students, providing individualized support, and motivating them towards academic excellence.
Welcome to WPFA, Mrs. Vashishtha!
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Student Academic Calendar for 2026-2027 School Year
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A Day in the Life at Whitehall Prep
“What makes Whitehall truly special is the culture of collaboration, care, and individualized support that allows every student to grow at their own pace into the best version of themselves. From kindergarten to eighth grade, the staff here make every child feel safe, loved, and valued.
Our strong family-oriented community builds lifelong connections. Students come back to give back. Whitehall is not just a school; it’s a place of love, growth, and exceptional opportunity.”
— Whitehall Prep Families & Staff
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