Copper Canyon Elementary School

Our family is very happy and impressed with Copper Canyon in many ways. The parent involvement is great and it makes a big difference in class and other activities. The teachers are able to focus on the most important parts of teaching. The principal and staff are loved by kids and parents. They get to know the families personally, are very accessible and strive to meet the needs of each child individually. The principal is loved by the kids and when needed disciplines with respect instead of fear. The families at Copper Canyon are child focused and I love the fact that my kids are surrounded by other kids that are happy, well behaved, respectful kids. They are exposed to great role models everyday which makes parenting them that much easier.
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I have been a parent of Copper Canyon for 8 years! My daughter just graduated last year and now my son is starting kindergarten. His teacher Mrs. MacDonald is such an amazing teacher and person. My son talks about her all the time and all the amazing things he has discovered every day he goes to school. It is such a blessing to know how warm of an environment he gets to experience everyday. From the principal to the aides to the teacher this school is the best around. We can not wait to enroll our 2 year old! (we just pray he gets Mrs. MacDonald to welcome him with open arms!) Looking forward to a full 17 years when all said and done!
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Copper Canyon was rated an A+ school for a reason. The staff goes above and beyond to make the atmosphere warm and welcoming for the students and the parents. Students are given many diffferent ways to succeed. In the 5 years we have attended CC (I have have 2 children in attendance), our children have loved school because of the programs Mr. Bursi and his staff support. We find comfort in knowing that problems will be dealt with swiftly, and to the benefit of all of the students involved. Not an easy job making the 500 plus families content but this school gives it an A+ effort!
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We are so happy with Copper Canyon kindergarten and are looking forward to many years of great staff, teachers and administrators!
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I am very happy with Copper Canyon! My children have been going there for three years and they have excelled so much academically and socially because of the instructive and caring environment at Copper Canyon. You always "connect" more with some teachers compared to others, but ALL of the teachers my children have had have been professional, kind, caring, and good at their craft. The support staff is also excellent. My children have been involved in both extra reading and speech programs at Copper Canyon. The instruction in these areas has been exceptional. In addition, I can't say enough about the principal. Somehow he manages to be both firm and kind. The students love him and greet him happily when he walks by in the hallway. At the same time they respect his authority. He cares about all aspects of Copper Canyon. I have seen him 1) mop the cafeteria floor, 2) help students with reading, 3) install a bookcase in the library, and 4) help students get savely into their parents' cars at the end of the day. I can't imagine a more caring principal and a better school!
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I have been a parent at Copper Canyon for 9 years and 2 children. I have had noting but great experiences. I have never experienced anything negative, just positive teachers, staff, principal and families. The education and ratings are also great for a public school. They go above and beyond for the families and students!!
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Terrible...My child was treated like a dog on the street corner. What an unpleasant surprise!!!! My husband and I recently moved across the country and we enrolled our 5yrs old son at Copper Canyon. Last week marked his second week of school. To our surprise he is having a difficult time adjusting to his new classroom. Our little guy is very bright, independent and social. He loves the neighborhood, swimming, soccer and basketball, but he dislikes his classroom. He's always loved school. He doesn't like his teacher and in his words "she is very unfair" and "mommy they don't care about me". Last week he had a tantrum in the classroom and was sent to the oprincipal's office. He was seated on THE FLOOR for 2HOURS AND 20 MINUTES!!! When I arrived I was angry and heartbroken to see my son looking so defeated and sad. No one called me, he was not offered water, snack, a chair, a book or anything! Once the " loving" principal arrived 20 minutes later. He suggested 3 day recess detention! I have spoken to him, the teacher, and a school board official and no one seems to understand or agree that seating child in the corner for over 2 hours is highly inappropriate and insensitive.
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Awesome principal and pretty darn good teachers given the budget situation in the state. I can't imagine a better overall education along with a wonderful feeling of community and safety. Bravo!
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Just started our first year at Copper Canyon, and we could not be more pleased. Our son loves going to school every day, and is encouraged to stretch and grow academically, whilst still having fun. We love this school!
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Close knit community that is ALL about the KIDS
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