Winona Elementary School

This school started out alright, but quickly went downhill. They cut out all social studies and science because the CSAP grades were low in the 2nd and 3rd grades, and my son's self esteem in his school work completely dropped. He would tell me constantly how he just was "bad at reading and writing". It was painful to watch in my son. We moved him to a new school this year, and he is excelling beyond anything I ever dreamed possible, and clearly was not achievable at Winona. While some teachers individually were clearly devoted to the students, it clearly wasn't enough, as kids were simply being left behind. Do everything possible to not send your child there.
--Submitted by a parent

Oh, and did I mention that they have had 3 principals in under 5 years. Not a good sign.
--Submitted by a parent

My son has been this school for 4years.Teachers are Great-!!!We love it.
--Submitted by a parent

My son has attended this school for 2 years now, and we love it. He loves it and never wants to leave. He is advanced for his grade level, and the teachers have done a great job of keeping him interested and challenged, and they view teaching our children as a privilege. My son has also become very confident and independent. I have another child entering K this year, and am looking forward to his progress. The shortcoming of this school is the lack of parental involvement. If more parents volunteered in the classroom, I know this school would reach its full potential.
--Submitted by a parent

This will be my son's 3rd year at Winona and every year I like it more. The principal, is the best by far. The school has a wonderful staff, friendly and helpful. My son feels safe there. And the teachers are great. They have a new playground, my son loves it. I love that they are very structured and organized there. And you can see that in the students, their good kids. I wish the school went up to 6th grade, I like it that much.
--Submitted by a parent

HORRIBLE!!! NEVER EVER WANT TO GO BACK!! STULDHOME: MEAN SUCKS TEACHERS: SOME NICE
--Submitted by a student

I have one son that has been going to this school for 2 years and I have had total support from everyone at this school. The teachers have given my son the attention he needed while giving the other students the same kind of attention. The principal has taken the school and transformed it. He really makes the students feel comfortable around him. The students aren't scared of him like everyone was of my principal when I was younger. The school has provided an excellent education for my son. He has learned a lot and the teachers have made sure that if the students have a question, they will help them until the kids understand it. My other son will be starting Kindegarten in the Fall and I am exited about him getting the education every child deserves.
--Submitted by Michelle Kennedy, a parent