T. L. Waggoner Elementary School

My son went to this school, 2nd and part of 3rd grade. Teachers had bad attitudes, principal supported bad teacher attitudes. Teacher would offer friday 'Fun Art Day' as reward for good behavior. 'Bad kids' didn't get art day,they sat in detention instead. Teacher delighted in telling me my son was getting all failing grades, except in P.E. Teacher refused to let me keep a chapter book at home forson to read. When we did it anyway (why not right!) she refused, actually refused to let my son take the STAR test he had prepared for. Met with principal and her to discuss, principal told me he supported teacher, 'no books at home is policy'. Wow, after my son kept coming home asking why he is stupid, getting bullies beating him up (teacher would blame him!) I finally pulled him out and sent him to Ballington Academy for Arts and Sciences...only regret is that I didn't move him sooner. He gets C,B, A's now- no failing grades. Small class sizes, and reasonable teachers- and great principal! Don't go to T. L. Waggoner- this school suffers from classic bad educational policy- undereducated teachers, and high class sizes. Imagine, no art or science everyday! horrible school, stay away if can
--Submitted by a parent

Mr. Shiffer is the BESTEST 5TH GRADE TEACHER EVER!!!! I FINISHED 5TH GRADE 2 YEARS AGO!!. OUT OF ALL THE TEACHERS MY FAVORITE IS MR.SHIFFER ROCK ON MR.SHIFFER!!!!!!!

My daughter attend this school and she love it, the teachers are awesome!!! We love you Miss. Singh, thank you for all you've done!!! Ale will always remember second grade and all the fun she had!! The teachers, honestly care about the academic well being of their students and the role that parents play in their education, The Principal is really cool.I will miss this school very much,My daughter must go to another school,overall this school is excellent and competitive,thanks for everything!!!
--Submitted by a parent

This is a wonderful school. I have 3 kids - one just finished 5th, one going into 4th & one about to start kinder. They've all been at TLW since they began. The staff is excellent - very caring. There are a very few teachers I would stay clear of, but they are the extreme minority. There has been a lot of turnover in the principal's office considering how new the school is, but each has been dedicated to quality education. There is an excellent PTO as well. They encourage new parent involvement and have many activities that bring families together and raise money at the same time. We're very happy here.
--Submitted by a parent

The teachers go out of their way to provide a wonderful evioronment for the children to learn.
--Submitted by a parent

Teachers and staff are very professional. They care about your kids! High expectations are evident. Your children will be pushed to do their best. Parents are welcome at TL Waggoner. Most classrooms have parents that volunteer regularly.
--Submitted by an administrator

T.L. Waggoner has provided an excellent educational opportunity for my daughter. Her teachers have all looked at her individual needs as a learner. Lessons have been well planned and focus on state standards. Teachers at the school work well as a team of professionals. My son will start school next year, and I'm looking forward to more exceptional school years ahead for him.
--Submitted by Marilyn McAlister, a parent