Clinton, William Jefferson School

The principal here is bad. She is rude and doesn't have support for parents. She wouldn't let us to meet the teachers on the first day of school. I never experienced this. Then we got talked to like kids and put off the school campus. Don't send your kids here. Mrs. Roberts was much better for the kids.
--Submitted by a parent

Thank you to Mr. E for teacheng my child in spechal ed. She shows lot of growthe and enjoys her class. for parent that posted earlier i don't no why you like kid in mainstream. it doesnt help when they can't keep up with other kids. swallow pride and put child in best plasement.
--Submitted by a parent

The academic process seems to be ok for now. It doesn't appear to be a lot of building relationships between the teachers and parents like stated at the beginning of the school year of 2010.
--Submitted by a parent

The teachers at this school really care about the kids and give them their all. All three of my children have gone to this school and left Clinton prepared for middle school. I will miss this community of teachers and would like to thank Ms. Spears, Mrs. Estrada, Mrs. Delarosa Ms. Garrett and all the fifth grade teachers! Thank you from the bottom of my heart
--Submitted by a parent

To the parent that wrote on June 17, 2011, I want to express my gratitude for that nice statement about my colleagues and I. Your statement is very encouraging and I am sure that we will continue to dedicate ourselves to our students so they can receive and achieve a good education. Thank you, Mrs. Rojas!
--Submitted by a teacher

My Son was in Preschool until 4th grade in general Education the Teachers are wonderful the tutors are great My son who is now in 2nd grade had to be retained due to lack of instruction in Math, reading and writing, the only way I was able to have my son included in general education this year in 2011 is by hiring an attorney because the staff is so against students with special needs being Mainstreamed in general ed.
--Submitted by a parent

Prior to this school year I seriously contemplated taking all 3 of my children out of the school. It has always been an ok school. Now there is a new principal who is positive, friendly, loves kids, encourages parents, passes out food and clothes to some of us who need help and I can go on and on. Dr. White is a blessing. Even the teachers are happier and more kind toward kids and parents. Dr. White's positive presence has helped kids learn more because she knows how to get the best out of people. I checked up on her when I met her from the school she came from. The teachers and parents all said they wish they still had her. They said she helped them see that they could teach better and get kids to learn an they did. Their scores went up a whole lot. I hope she stays around and continues to help kids learn and develop into good people. Clinton teachers seem better and more motivated. They look professional and are good role models for kids. Ms Rojas is one of the best along with Mr. Clark, Ms Walker, Ms. Spears, Ms. Levy, Ms. Nunez, Ms. Bogart, Mr. Igbo, Ms Estrada, Ms. Monroy, and also the new vice principal Mr. Lira. Probably because they have a young smart principal Dr. White
--Submitted by a parent

My daughter had a great kindergarten teacher who pushed her hard and was consistent with rules, homework and procedures. She is a great teacher overall and I heard positive things from my child about the rest of them as well. However, first grade level needs work. I would like to see more consistency with thier class and home work. The school is under new leadership but no noticeable changes. The office staff is often rude and not very helpful. They make me as a parent dread having to visit the campus or approach the office. Actually, I can always count on the principal greeting with me a smile unlike the rest of the office staff. It's a beautiful well kept campus that makes it welcoming for children to come learn.
--Submitted by a parent

I like clinton for my kids. Its best in the area. Teachers care and involve kids in learning. Tutoring helps kids learn more and get higher grades and test. Everyone is respectful speaks nice and involves parents when they can.
--Submitted by a parent

Clinton goes above and beyond to ensure the children have the top resources and quality education. Our son's teacher goes above and beyond to ensure us he is focused and on the right track.
--Submitted by a parent