Renaissance Charter School at Cooper City

I am not happy never was happy sending my child to this school. I thought it was going to be a good year but It was the most stressful year of my life. Too much homework, the principal will not listen to you, the staff made a lot of mistakes all year through, dropping off and picking up is a nightmare!!! hours waiting...... No communication at all with the principal and the assistant principal is very rude. I am so glad that my child is going to a different school. In addition the bullying I reported to the staff was never taken into account. Parents please educate your kids so we can have great citizens for the future of this city and this world. In general I was not satisfied with the staff. Academics is great, good program.
—Submitted by a parent

This school is phenomenal. I am very pleased with the academics. My daughter is in kindergarten and I cannot believe how much she has learned in her first year of school. It is a new school, and of course there will always be a few bumps on the road. The staff is great and are always striving to improve our schools processes. Unfortunately as much as they try to accommodate everyone and their concerns they just cannot please everybody. In my opinion the school has made so much progress in only the first year, I can only imagine the success in the upcoming years.
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I am a teacher at another school and did my homework before placing my child at this school. I love the school and have had only positive experiences here. Some people will always complain and no school is perfect. There have been some car line issues at the beginning of the year but it was addressed and now the car lines runs very smoothly. The Principal and Assistant Principal have always gone out of their way to help and listen to the parents. As a teacher, I know there are always going to be parents who want things their way or don t understand the system. I am happy here and so is my child.
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I love this school. My son is doing really well. His teacher goes above and beyond. She feels that even though they are six years old, they can do the work. There's definitely more hw and projects, but nothing my son can't handle. For a new school, the staff has come together to and works through the bumps a long the way. I recommend this school to any one who wants a challenge. Regular public schools are failing; they are losing activities. On the flip side, p/up is a challenge but the principal is always working on ways to improve. The enrichment activities are very expensive. The principal will find ways to bring in new programs. For anyone who wants to change things and make things better, they can always go to a SAC meeting or PTC meeting. If you want things to get better, you have to jump on the wagon and help. I do like it better than where we were. The parents are wonderful, the kids are great and most of all, my son loves it.
—Submitted by a parent

This is a great school. While there are teething problems, there is an admirable attempt to deal with them. The teachers expect the students to work, which is how it should be! My son likes going to school, which is the best testimonial a school and teacher can get!
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Great School!! Communication between the school, teachers and parents is excellent; is a brand new school there are many things to do and improve yet but very pleased so far. I think the school had so much potential, al of us should work together to improve each day. My Daughter loves it.
—Submitted by a parent

RCSCC IS WONDERFUL! We have 2 children attending, and they are excelling in everything. Both of their teachers have been amazingly helpful. The Principal is the strongest force behind this school's success- I hope he and his team can continue to remain and develop at this school- the ongoing communication between the school and parents is most appreciated. I love that RCSCC offers above and beyond what is needed for the "FCAT"- but even that doesn't feel overwhelming. It's a VERY competitive environment for our children in the "real" world - I don't think homework and extra activities will hurt them. I'm hoping for a High School and the Principal's clone to run it!! :)) My only "issue" - can we get the STEM club back? please. Oh- and a uniform store closer to the school. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK- TEACHERS, STAFF AND PRINCIPAL.
—Submitted by a parent

there's nothing good about this school,their rules are ridiculous they make no sence and they're always changing everything around,( the principal), if you have any concern dont bother to ask them for help they won do anything to help you,they always excuse their actions and they're always rignht,everybody is rude with no maners and no solutions!.... and some of the techers for middle grades are not good at all they have no patience, they're mean to the kids and they dont effort enought to teach your child....
—Submitted by a parent

This school is ridiculous!!!!!!!!! They are very unorganized, rude and overrated. My daughter will not be returning!
—Submitted by a parent

School is brand new and of course there is always the adjustment and learning process, teachers are really nice they care about the kids learning and specially the all round learning, not just focus in FCAT like rest of public schools. Principal is a little bit strict and sometimes his way of thinking is not the more logical but as long school stay safe and keeps improving we will be OK. My kids are really happy!
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I was so excited for my child to attend this school and now I wish I never did. The staff isn't nice, the amount of Homework is very overwhelming, They are always making changes that are not for the better. I'm so unhappy with this school....... Dont sign your child up........ This school is a nightmare! this school doesn't even deserve 1 star.
—Submitted by a parent

I think this school has been great for both of my children. We came from a private school where we were for seven years and Renaissance Charter School at Cooper City has far exceeded our expectations. They have excelled the opportunities and learning practices that we were receiving at a private school and paying alot of money for. The administration is so welcoming and friendly. This is definately a big school with a small quaint feeling. We are very happy and so are my children.
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I have had the opposite feelings then this other reviewer. I think it's a great school. I don't think the car line in unorganized at all. Every car line in every school is time cosuming.. My sons teacher is great and answers all of my emails within that day. I think the staff is great and very friendly. I guess you can't please everybody.. Every new school is going to have hiccups along the way. I think they are doing a great job!
—Submitted by a parent

Was not happy witht he school. Assistant Principle could not answer concerns. No efforts were being contributed in fnding out how in the first 3 months of school my "A" child was failing. No curriculum established. Teacher was horrible not responding to e-mails, notes, or setting up a meeting. Reason why I had to go to Assistant Principle. No small town feel. Parents were not felt welcomed or encourage to walk their childe to school. Car pool line is unorginized and time consuming. Extremely sad to see this school in CC because CC is a great city. Went back to CCE within the first 4 months of the new school yr and still in love. So sorry I attempted this school.
—Submitted by a parent

This is a new school so far I am happy but not very happy. My son's teacher is great, very well educated and she is available all the time for any questions or concerns regarding her students. Regarding the Principal he is not very nice. He is hardly available to speak with the parents. He avoided me three or four times, so I gave up. He can talk and convinced you with no problem but when it comes to school problems he is not available. The academics and teaching system is great! The drop off pick up is a BIG problem. It takes forever to pick up the kids, and forever to drop them off. If it is raining worst, much worst I was in line yesterday for one hour+! I am happy with the academic program, but not happy with the system. They need to fix the field and cover the playground, actually need a new and bigger, better playground. The building is nice and secure which is a great plus.
—Submitted by a parent