Bales Elementary School

I absolutely LOVE Bales Elementary School.. I have gotten to know the principal, office staff, teachers and other parents. I have spent the last three and a half months volunteering in my daughters classroom. Yes, there are issues but minor, the type every school has. Especially with diminishing resources. I have found Bales to be a wonderful learning environment for my daughter and am looking forward to another school year for her! I would encourage all parents to stop in and see their child's learning environment and give their teachers some much needed support.
--Submitted by a parent

We recently transferred our child to Bales, and we are very pleased with the result. Our child is happier and feels more at home. If it's your goal to let your child succeed amidst a multi-cultural and diverse group of students then this is a great place. The faculty is always responsive and the front office and Administration is extremely communicative. For those reviews that say they are not, I would dare to say it is because of the parent's lack of communication, not the school. Parents often forget that it is their effort put forth at home that also matters. Relying solely on the school is an ignorant move. They are our children and if we expect them to succeed and excel we must do our part in our home. Originally from New York State, education is extremely important to us and Bales is currently a Performing Plus school and is doing the very best they can with the resources they have. If there was more parent participation I am sure this school would rank in the Excellence category.
--Submitted by a parent

Great school I wouldn't have my kids anywhere else. The principal and staff are all great.
--Submitted by a parent

I have been stuck with this school for 5 years now and I can't wait to move to get my kids out of there!!!! Any one who gives this school any stars probly has there kids in K-2 grade! Once you pass that it is all down hill, fast!!!!!!!!!!!! All I hear about is AIMs test! All they teach is AIMs test!!! Just put a bunch of robots in there to teach our kids! They would be alot better off!!!
--Submitted by a parent

I am a single parent that hold education in the highest of standards. My daughter began Kindergarten this year at Bale's Elementary and I am overwhelmed with the support from the staff, communication with the teachers and the Principal is outstanding!!! I am so happy I chose Bales Elementary for my daughter. I wouldn't have it any other way!
--Submitted by a parent

Mr. Lugo is very involved with the students, always out when it's drop off or pick-up times. He is strict but loving but also loving with all students. The perfect balance. Teachers are great, office staff is always ready to help promptly, and is very kind.
--Submitted by a parent

I have had nothing but good experiences with Bales and the staff at Bales. The new principal is Great. The new office staff is Great also. I am always greeted nicely when I walk into the office and they are always willing to help. My kids also love the shool and their teachers. I wouldn't have them at anyother school in Buckeye.
--Submitted by a parent

I am happy to give this school an excellent report. I am pleased with the teachers, staff and academic program currently provided. Students are also encouraged by recognition given for academic performance as well as positive behaviors. I encourage all families to participate when they can in any of the events sponsored by the school. I think you will be pleased with what Bales has to offer the community and especially our kids.
--Submitted by a parent

I find it hard to even give this school one star. From the very first day of school last year we had nothing but problems. The school has no sense of organization....communication...discipline...encouragement...nothing at all. Trying to get a returned call from a teacher or any type of staff is like pulling teeth. My kids will NOT return to Bales. I seriously recommend they get it together.
--Submitted by a parent

The one and a half stars for this school I give to the Teachers that are there to TEACH my 2 kids and for the office faculty that are THERE TO HELP you and answer the many questions and concers of Many Parents. I know that even if you the parent has one day to give to your childs teacher to help him/her you get a different AND a BETTER understanding of the Adults WHO want to be at Bales Teaching or are there to Socialize. I am doing my best to NOT bring my kids back next year!
--Submitted by a parent