John H. Eader Elementary School

I went to Eader starting from the 5th grade. They were very welcoming and seemed like a nice environment, until you actually attend it. My 5th grade teacher was very lazy and he seemed to lack the enthusiasm that other teachers had in other schools. I also despise my old math teacher because she would go very slow, and closer to the end she sped up so things were very hard to understand. When we got to the big test, I failed it so I went to basic math instead of advanced. They had too long of recess time, and there were too many assemblies. If I had the ability to either go to prison or Eader, it would be prison.

Every school has students line up before class so I don't see why this is an issue. Teachers are busy doing final prep for the start of the day, it has absolutely nothing to do with "teachers not wanting to be with their students" and as another parent stated that is a ignorant comment! As for the Friday Assemblies, recognition for students is a good thing however, the principal needs to take better control of students not talking during this time, perhaps the music teacher should do it as she seems to be much better at getting everyone to pay attention.
--Submitted by a parent

In regards to a previous comment-- I will state that we have asked for soft openings for every class level but the idea of trusting students to get to class once they are dropped off is always questioned by parents. As far as the Friday assembly........ This has been a school tradition since the school has been opened and is something that many Alumni love. We as teachers love to take time to celebrate our students accomplishments and students love to be appreciated in front of their peers and families (it doesn't happen often anymore), however it would run much more smoothly and quickly if the parents in the back would stop talking and even get the students to the line before the bell rings. Teachers not wanting to spend time with their students is a hurtful and ignorant comment.

The parental involvement and support at Eader is outstanding! I'm amazed that all 3rd through 5th grade students have the opportunity to learn to play keyboard during music class! Whether handling bullying problems or ensuring my child received an appropriate IEP, I was pleased with the principal's response to my child's needs or concerns. I love the academically challenging environment and their teachers' commitment to their success. I would prefer, however, that the students line up in front of their classes to help the parents to get to know each other at the start of the year.
--Submitted by a parent

Our daughter moved to this district from out of state and is in 1st grade. So far we have really enjoyed her teacher and the rest of the staff. She is enjoying it as well. I do have to agree with the wasted time in the morning and Friday assembly. Overall though we are very happy with this school!
--Submitted by a parent

Have encountered nothing but good teachers here and there is very good parent participation overall. What is wrong with this school is the amount of educational time wasted every morning with the kids having to line up on the blacktop instead of be in their classes when the bell rings (loss of 10-15 min each day). Add to that a WEEKLY Friday morning assembly which eats up another 1/2 hr. and that adds up to alot of wasted educational hours over the year. Parents have complained about this for years, even petitioned to get it changed, but apparently the staff wants as little time as possible with the kids first thing in the morning.
--Submitted by a parent

This school has budget problems due to the state, but still has enough motivation to have found an outside PE program, an computer lab, a music program. They have a good attitude.
--Submitted by a parent

My children have had wonderful, caring, committed teachers all four years they have been going to this school. The school environment is warm and friendly and conducive to learning. There are many wonderful programs such as the computer program that aligns with the grade level Math, and Music which includes learning the keyboard. The school adheres to the state's mandatory teaching hours requirement, and early Thursday schedule is something that most school district do, and this does not take away from the required teaching time. Friday assemblies, although sometimes long, help build a feeling of community at the school.
--Submitted by Bill, a parent

Had such high hopes for Eader. A distinquished school 1990 but it's living on its past reputation. Many of the good teachers are long gone. Our child got a dud. Another teacher is busy pushing her own personal agenda or enthusiasm for a football team, too bad she doesn't have that same enthusiasm for teaching children. Just look at the empty parking lot at 2:55. My child did enjoy her time with the music teacher. My child missed a lot of instructional minutes including 30 minutes each Friday for a flag assembly added up over the couse of a year is plenty in addition to the early Thursday. Maybe this is why many of the learning standards are not met. I was told we no longer fund raise, parents just write checks don't be fooled they do both. I wish Eader would get it together. We'll hope for better next year!
--Submitted by a parent

Very High level of parent involvement, great music program, Great teachers, not alot of extra curricular activities though.
--Submitted by Maria, a parent