Knowledge Quest Academy

This school is a school in which the school is a family. My daughter started at KQA in 2012 and she was below reading level, did not know any her site words. She is now at almost a third grade reading level, knows all her site words. These teacher take it as there personal responsibility to help our progress and learn.
—Submitted by a parent

We stuck out the issues that previous leadership created at the school (end of 2012 school year) and are very happy how much the school, staff and parents have pulled together. I am pleased with the extra curricular my kids get. And even more please that they are getting an after-school program in 2013-2014
—Submitted by a parent

This is an exceptional school. The teachers and staff are great. The principal is always available to the students their families. The feeling at this school is really like a family. If you're looking for a great school I would recommend taking a tour of this school and see for yourself!
—Submitted by a parent

I'm amazed at far my kids teachers go to help them. A sure sign of solidarity in a school when you see the dedication to the kids from both teachers and staff! My kids look forward to going to school each day and it's the wonderful teachers that have them wanting more!
—Submitted by a parent

KQA is one of the best schools in this community and the region. My child went into high school after attending the school and has succeeded on a level way above his peers because of his education at KQA. It has dedicated teachers, staff, board, and an excellent principal. Despite what others may say....this is a TOP NOTCH school! My other children are excelling and we would never go anywhere else.
—Submitted by a parent

Just my reason why my children don't go there anymore! Bad experiences with teachers (not all teachers), staff, and major communication problems!
—Submitted by a parent

The school was taken over by people who don't appear to value the charter movement in general. They are talking about moving away from Core Knowledge again. Great teachers are leaving as quickly as they can. They have cut pay to the point of absurdity. It is very sad to see what has gone on there. We pulled our child out of the school as did many others. Serious lack in leadership.
—Submitted by a parent

The best teachers of the school have moved on or are moving on. The current administration has droped the school's grade level to a D-. The school has experienced a mass excidus of students and staff. We pulled our child this year and will never go back.
—Submitted by a parent

The teachers at this school are exceptional! They always go the extra mile for our kids. They are involved in every aspect of our children's academic growth. The teachers here go above and beyond! I am so happy to find a school that provides such exceptional teachers!
—Submitted by a parent

Overall very impressed with the Core Knowledge curriculum and the positive encouragement towards the kids that are working hard. My only complaint is the lack of professionalism some of the staff have.
—Submitted by a parent

I'm proud to be a member of the staff and community at KQA. Working as a middle school teacher in a K-8 school is wonderful. Fostering a strong KQA community connection, our MS students interact with elementary students as book buddies, mentors, and classwork helpers. Our MS Student Leadership Team are role models for all our students. Our Student Council has representation from 3rd - 8th grade, and their focus on improving our school results in fun activities for all. In the MS, this is our first year to field two Lego Robotics teams competing on a national level, who are learning problem solving, engineering, teamwork, and computer programming. We have teachers who have applied for and received numerous grants to support reading in 1st grade, graphing calculators for our 7th and 8th graders, manipulative geometry tools for MS, worm composting for MS science, and engineering and inventions electives for MS. More applications for additional grants are always in the works! Our staff is dedicated to creating a learning environment that is dynamic, engaging, and challenging for each student. Our teachers care. Our students are fabulous. Our community is supportive.
—Submitted by a teacher

We are new to KQA and so far I am not very impressed with this school. There seems to be a lot of behavior problems that go unaddressed. I've seen staff members give out warnings after warnings without any real consequences for disruptive behavior. The academics appear to be above average compared to other public schools. However, the disruptions that are allowed are a distraction for those who are trying to learn. This school needs to crack down on inappropriate and disruptive behavior. If my opinion does not change we will be looking for a new school for next year.
—Submitted by a parent

I am a parent of two childern attending KQA, one attends 2nd grade the other is in middle school, my 2nd grader previouly attended a public school. We love KQA, because its not just a school, its a family, parents are very involved and the size of the school allows students to form a bond. My daughter received top notch elem. education as well as being taught the pillars of: Responsibility, Respect, Cooperation, Family, Integrity, Love of Country, Perseverance, Volunteerism, & Self-Control. My son just joined the KQA Family this school year, due to some learning challenges, I was concerned about putting him in a Core Knowledge school, but I will say that he has excelled with the help of some amamzing teachers and staff. This is a great school, I dread the day when we have to move on to HighSchool elsewhere, but for now I know my childern are in great hands and I love being involved there. I only gave the school a 4 star rating because I believe everyone has some room for improvment.
—Submitted by a parent

This school has been around since 2002. I have been teaching here since the doors opened that fall and have loved seeing this school grow! The school prides itself on small class sizes, multiple activities available for students such as music, PE, art and technology classes - not to mention sports also. Our staff is incredibly dedicated to helping students achieve to the highest standards possible.
—Submitted by a teacher

This school goes above and beyond! The teachers are exceptional. They work together to make sure every student has the best education. The Middle School teachers do an excellent job of keeping the kids engaged and challenged. The new athletic program is a real plus! The hot lunch program is a big hit with my kids.
—Submitted by a parent

KQA has been a very positive experience for my children. The teachers are fabulous. I love that they are being challenged each day and always in creative ways. They are especially loving the addition of a hot lunch program.
—Submitted by a parent

Fantastic school! Our kids have been attending since the doors opened in 2002. We have been very happy with the quality of education, the support of the staff, the extracurricular activities and the leadership of administration.
—Submitted by a parent

This is a great school. There has been a tremendous push for technology and the leadership and board have been responsive and encouraging, looking for any ways to increase student use of technology as a learning tool, not just basic computing classes. Technology is quickly becoming instrumental in research, assessment, and classroom instruction and teachers are working together as a team to overcome their own challenges as they learn to use new technologies.
—Submitted by a teacher

High turnover of teachers. High rate of suspension for 1st graders. They don't know how to handle kids with energy.
—Submitted by a parent

Caring teachers, strong core knowledge, growing. excellent community involvement and parent participation.
—Submitted by a parent