At Taft, students don’t just attend school — they belong to and engage in a diverse, inclusive community designed to help them thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Our diversity is our strength!
With more than 10 languages spoken across our community, students learn every day how to respect differences, build empathy, and engage confidently in a connected world.
Annual Cultural Festival celebrating heritage and identity
Inclusive practices that foster belonging and global awareness
A school culture grounded in respect and curiosity
We believe excellence means growth for every student.
Taft blends strong academic expectations with individualized support, ensuring each child is challenged and supported at the right level.
Differentiated core instruction in ELA foundational skills K-3 using the Orton-Gillingham approach
Honors Math opportunities in 5th-6th grade
Pull-out GATE programming
Layered academic supports from intervention to acceleration
Students explore interests, build leadership skills, and gain confidence through enriching programs woven into the school day.
Comprehensive Music Program including Band, Orchestra, and Choir
Elementary Athletics: Track and Basketball
Student Leadership Groups
Lunchtime Enrichment Clubs:
Art Club
Screenprinting Club
Jump Rope Club
Well-being is foundational to achievement.
Taft provides integrated supports so students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.
Full-time school counselor
On-site community counselor & school social worker
Community School resources for families
Because access matters.
Free breakfast
Free lunch
Free supper snack
Every student deserves the opportunity to succeed.
Exceptional educators create exceptional outcomes.
Taft teachers engage in ongoing professional learning and use research-based practices to continually improve instruction.
Ongoing professional development
Evidence-based teaching strategies
A culture of growth and collaboration