Heights Elementary School

This school is one of the worst schools that my child has attended. My child has encountered bullying from the same group of girls since the beginning of the school year, and it continues to get worse. Per her teacher, Mrs. Wendland, she is unaware of the bullying, but then she contradictorily admits that it happens mostly at lunchtime. I have spoken to both Mrs. Wendland as well as the principal since my daughter first began telling me about the bullying and 6 months later it is still going on. Absolutely disgusting behavior from many of the students attending this school.
--Submitted by a parent

Love,love,love Heights!! We have been a Heights family since 2008 and cannot be happier! I have had three of my kids at Heights so we have experienced everything this school has to offer. All the teachers are very involved as are parents. Heights is better than the private school my children attended prior to moving to Ft.Myers-They are THAT good. My younger two children are at Heights with one graduating next year and I am very sad to see him leave an excellent school like Heights (the middle schools & High Schools leave much to be desired here in Ft.Myers). If you can get your kids into Heights you will be very thankful!!
--Submitted by a parent

Still loving Heights after being there for four years now. I couldn't ask for more caring and engaged teachers. My child loves this school and it's staff. The parent involvement is phenomenal! PTA and the Watch DOGS (Dads of Great Students) both work hard to make this school the best in Lee County. If you are considering a public school instead of a private school the IB program is what got me leaning toward Heights.
--Submitted by a parent

We LOVE this school. My daughter transferred here after KIndergarten from one of the "best" schools (rated a 10) in the district, and we couldn't be happier!! The teachers here are amazing, and my daughter has learned so much more, and seems to be ahead of the students at her old school. The IB curriculum has encouraged her to be well-rounded, and despite the number of students at the school, she has always felt safe, and well-cared for. Her first and second grade teachers are two of the best I have ever seen teach in the 12 years we have lived in this district. The Principal and AP are very professional and have a handle on any issues that come up. I am very proud to be a Heights parent!
--Submitted by a parent

My son went to this school for three days. First time in his life he heard the 'F' word in the hallways on his very first day of school. His teacher said he needed to be in advanced class but they only have advanced classes for one hour a week! The staff was happy that he was there saying that he would bring up the test scores. Lastly, the school focused on making the right choices. IT seems to me if your child needs help with bad behavior this is the school.
--Submitted by a parent

My son has been attending Heights Elementary for the last three years and we both love this school. They have the best teachers I have ever seen. The only thing I think that needs improvment is their office staff every time I come to the office the staff are talking to each other and do not stop to greet anyone. They just keep taking until their conversation is over and then will ask you what you need.
--Submitted by a parent

My two children have excelled at Heights. Everyone from teachers to admin. staff have been nothing but helpful and caring. I love this school, and more importantly, so do my kids. Thank you to Mrs. Gill and Mrs. Shannon!
--Submitted by a parent

Great teachers, great admin, great library, great building!!
--Submitted by a parent

All teachers and staff put in beyond a 100% they all work as a great team with the interests of the children number 1. Everyone is always so friendly and always wearing a smile; it makes you feel welcomed everytime you enter the school! the enthusiasm and committment for what they do is so obvious and what a great message it sends to our children!!
--Submitted by a parent

Teachers and staff are well beyond expectation. They work hard to make sure kids learn - and have fun learning, building a lifelong love of education.
--Submitted by a parent