Helen Hunt Jackson Elementary School

I really love the 2 kinder teachers my twins had this year. I was always informed of their progress and how to help/assist them with daily and take home work. If this was just about those 2 teaches, I would give the school a solid 5 star. However, a school is not made up of just the teachers. The front office (namely the person in charge of the front office) is sorely lacking and at times most unpleasant. The principle is so-so. I had tried on at least 3 different times to have a conversation with her about some bothersome situations but she never bothered to call me back. If you want to volunteer your time in the class room, the teachers are very open and always need help. But was treated as an outsider by everyone else but the teachers (of course when I was donating money the PTA and school had a hand out and smile but that was only during money time). All in all, my first year at JES was wonderful with the teaches but extremely disappointed with everything else.
--Submitted by a parent

Our son started at Jackson in the fall of 2011. He has enjoyed the school, his classmates, and most of all his teacher. Mrs. Hayes is a wonderful lady and very easy to talk too. The school has a newer layout for classrooms, where you can reach the class from inside like offices. Nice when it rains so the kids don't have to go out into the rain and the library and office are easy to access. You won't get kids wandering around.The office staff is always welcoming and helpful. I think that always makes a parent feel important . They also have great resources for children with special needs. I met a parent that lives out of the school zone who brings there child for this purpose. That says a lot.
--Submitted by a parent

Wonderful school! Parents are very involved and the staff is amazing. I have 2 children in the school grades Kindergarten and 4th grade. Both of their teachers are very motivated, positive and encouraging. The front staff (Karen) is always happy to help and very welcoming. My children have excelled in all areas and actually LOVE going to school. Thank you JES for a job well done.
--Submitted by a parent

We have been at JES since my son started kinder. Both of my children attend the school and love it. The staff is amazing. We could not ask for a more devoted, caring and loving environment for our children. We love JES!!!!
--Submitted by a parent

This school has the best staff. The teachers are great and really care for the kids and are not there to earn just a paycheck. The Pricipal is a wonderful, kind, friendly person. I havem never seen such support until my son started here all the way to the speech therapist and RSP teacher
--Submitted by a parent

I am a Teacher's Aide at Jackson. I've been at this school site since it opened (9 years). I love to go to work every morning because the students, parents and staff are amazing.

This is very good school. My daughter has attended for since kindergarten and is now in the fourth grade. She loves the school and everybody there.The teachers are understanding. And she can wait to go to fifth grade there too. It is by far, a very wonderful school. I would choose over any school!
--Submitted by a parent

This is my sons first year at this school. He is 1st grade and him and I both just love the school. The teachers are great there and he is doing very well, especially in reading. Very good school!
--Submitted by Brenda walsh, a parent

My daughter attended all 3 years and was was very happy there. The teachers are wonderful and are always willing to go the extra mile. Very safe atmosphere and caring staff.
--Submitted by a parent

My student attends jackson and despises summer break! There,they have a very good academic program. The teachers are very kind and nice but a the same time,they can be strict. My daughter was in student council one year and won 2nd place in the school spelling bee in 4th grade. The PTA was very generous when it came to donating money to the school. In conclusion,I would choose helen hunt jackson over any school.
--Submitted by a parent