Edison Elementary School

I have read all of the reviews, as well as some that are no longer on here before I left for the holiday, and I have to say how sad all of the negativity is on here. I know that people do not always see eye to eye but I think people lose sight of what is most important and that is our students education. As for the issue of trust, I previously gathered information from the staff, PTA, and the District and feel more comfortable with the situation. Coming on here and making things seem more than they are is only creating drama and a negative environment. I m thankful that my daughter goes to a school that gives her opportunities and enriches her education. I will pray for all involved that you may all find peace.
—Submitted by a parent

This is my son's 2nd school year here. He started last year as a 4th grader in the GATE academy and although he was very nervous to start at a new school, the teacher and staff/friends made him feel very welcomed. I was super happy with his 4th grade teacher and now his 5th grade teacher. My son had raved last year with how much he loved the new school and how he calls Edison his HOME !!!!! I am so happy this school opened up the GATE academy and I love my son's teacher and the staff there. They pay attention to the kids and I love the support here !!!!
—Submitted by a parent

Went to our first event at this school. Saturday they had a fall festival. The principal did a great Jon organizing this event! There was games for all kids! all ages! The pta put some good food together but their chocolate cake and desserts weren't good at all. The principle had the right idea with the carnival. She had a lot of game booth. The only negative thing is I hardly saw any teachers there. You would think the principal would make it mandatory. We might want to support them more if they did I mean its there school to. Had a great time! Hope they do it again next year.
—Submitted by a parent

I am a new family at Edison Academy and I am considering taking my child out of the PM Kindergarten class she is in, only to find out that there is a waiting list for the AM class in same class.I talk to parents in the morning classes on Tuesday's and each Tuesday I get more fusterated with the quality of education my daughter is recieving. I don't know a whole lot about the teachers at the school but I clearly see that my childs teacher does not meet the standard. She doesn't even seem interested in the morning opening songs to engage her class. She depends on the other nice teacher to do those extra things with the class. Like the parent said below..nice is one thing but getting the job done is another. Where and when does the principal step and notice these things? I've never seen nor heard of a Kindergarten teacher teaching the class from her chair. As ridiculous as thatsounds it happens daily.
—Submitted by a parent

Edison is a great school. The teachers and the staff are great people. I've never had any problems. I really miss Mrs. Parker.
—Submitted by a parent

As for the staff, I ve seen many come and go and can honestly say I agree with the post about people not accepting change. Whether you agree with every decision in the end it s about educating your children and giving them every opportunity available which as a parent should be among your highest priority, along with keeping the safe and healthy. The school is only doing what they can to make sure every child has the best education possible. Think about what the staff and PTA do for the school. How many students they care for and how many hours they put in to support Edison families. Keep in mind it stretches from teachers, administrators, aides, custodians, office staff, and yes even to the PTA to keep the school running,

While this is a forum for opinion, it isn t a place to attack people. Let me start by saying that I have been a parent and PTA member at Edison for over 10 years and I work at a school so I ve seen many a lot of things over the years. As for the PTA, I have in past years seen what people have referred to as a click . However, this year I noticed a shift, new activities/events, and openness unlike before. Although I can t attend all PTA functions I know that these parents work hard to support the staff and OUR children. I know enough about the PTA to know that they can be limited on what they can spend funds on. If you had a 6th grader and spoke with your teacher you d know that they ultimately have the final say on what the class party will be and when my child was leaving what was then 5th grade it was the parents that worked with the PTA to do something extra for the students. Please remember it is all VOLUNTEER and unless you re willing to do what they do you shouldn t really bad mouth them, especially if you don t know the ins and outs of the PTA.
—Submitted by a teacher

It seems that there are a lot of complainers on here that want to bash what they don't understand. First off, the new principal is a very friendly person who has made efforts to get to know all of her Edison family. She is brand new and cannot meet/greet every family by name like the previous principal simply because she hasn't met everyone yet. As for the PTA moms strutting their stuff, I am not on the PTA but I must say that they put in 100's of hours helping in the classrooms, fundraising, and providing activities and opportunities at NO benefit to themselves. They ve tried very hard this year to involve more parents and work hard to reach out to all who choose to participate. Edison every year puts on an event for the 6th graders. This school is making big improvements and those who take the time to constructively comment to those who can make a difference rather than hiding behind anonymous online websites would know that. It IS a good school and with the new academy it ll be a great school again, reaching out to all students academic levels.
—Submitted by a parent

I have 3 kids who have attended Edison, my oldest is now a 6th grader, who will be leaving, & she is very sad at the prospect. i have found all the teachers @Edison to be incredibly helpful, & very caring. as for the edition of our new principle and her new ideas, change is hard for everyone, but for the most part, i see it headed in a good direction. i too, miss ms. parker, but i am unwilling to bad-mouth the new principle just because she didn't come up to me and personally introduce herself. maybe the mother who is complaining about that should of gone up and introduced yourself. i'm sure it's hard for a new, and young, principle to meet personally with every parent there. as for the PTA moms strutting around like "peacocks", i am one of those moms, and i'm sorry to say i don't have time to "strut" around anywhere, as i & the other P.T.A. moms, especially the president, were too busy running around making copies, buying things teachers asked for and generally helping out in classrooms, even if we didn't personally have a child in that class. & it looked to me as if the 6th graders enjoyed their pizza & graduation cake today. if one thinks they can do better, join & do it... kat
—Submitted by a parent

I think I am an active parent of a child who attends Edison School. I have a child that will be going into Kindergarten & 2nd Grade for the 2011-2012 school year. Yes, I am a newer parent at the school and have seen the change from the previous school year. As a whole I think the change has been for the better. PEOPLE WILL ALWAYS OPPOSE UNFAMILAR THINGS. Any concern I have had, I have approached the principal or teacher I have had a question & was given an answer that met my expectations. I think instead of slandering the people who volunteer their time to benefit ALL the children who attend the school should take the time to say a simple thank you to the parents who stay to make copies, take the initiative to be an extra hand in the classroom when the teachers are doing they're best to make our children's education the best it can be with our states budget crisis. The PTA president walks around the school always with a smile on her face and never asking for a thing in return but a simple thank you goes a long way. For the people who complain where are your ideas? and a new principal deserves and chance not to be disrespected. It doesn't make for good moral. Proud Parent- Sasha
—Submitted by a parent

I think its the best school in the district I love the teachers and the principle they work very hard for these kids!!!!!!!!!! Go!!!!!!!!!! Edison
—Submitted by a parent

I do agree that Edison is a great school. I have helped in the classroom a number of times as well as taken work home in order too be of assistance to the Teachers. I also know many parents who do and have done the same. There are many ways to help and volunteer aside from helping in the classroom. Teachers should be supported in the best way possible and if they choose to not have a parent in the classroom they may very well have good reason, afterall it is their class and perhaps a parent may prove too be of more help from home. I dare say other times parents may prove too be a distraction or even a niussance, I feel Edison Teachers display too much class and respect to express this openly to a parent they may not desire in the classroom. Go Bobcats!
—Submitted by a parent

Edison is a great school! I feel that the staff and Teacher are the best in the area.
—Submitted by a parent

I think that this is one of the better schols in the district. The staff is wonderful. The teachers are dedicated to helping their student succeed.
—Submitted by a parent

This is one of the great elementary schools in the OMSD District. The administration and teachers are terrific.
—Submitted by a parent

Please stop in to the school office and meet any one of the caring staff members. There is a wonderful office manager, school clerk, and a got-it-together health aide. They LOVE what they do. They have a warm reception for everyone everyday. This is Bobcat spirit!
—Submitted by Mrs. Tilley, a staff

Edison school is a bit over crowded and the children do not get much one to one help. Limited music and art programs. There are many non english speaking students in the class rooms so the classes seem to move at a lower rate then would be good for some children.
—Submitted by a parent

I went to this school and now my son goes to kindergarten here. It certainly has changed. Although there is a large percentage of English learners there are some great teachers. My son has three years of pre-school behind him and I have conerns that he is far ahead of what he is being taught.
—Submitted by a parent