James W. Sikes Elementary School

My daughter is a first grader, and so far the teachers have been very competitive, caring, motivating, and knowledgeable. They have immediately recognized the strenghts and weaknesses of my daughter as well as her potential and work with her. The extracurricular activities are both educational and fun. I've been able to speak with the principal, and I can tell he is very committed and has great leadership skills. The school is very well-organized and is pro parents involvement. I'm glad my daughter goes to Sikes and she loves it!
--Submitted by a parent

When we brought our daughter to Sikes she was behind. If it wasn't for the care her 3rd grade teacher gave, she would have given up on school. She was in a private school and making good grades, but when she transferred she not only didn't know anyone but couldn't keep up. The teacher made her feel that it wasn't her fault that she was behind, but her previous school. She was pulled back to 2nd grade but she loves school again and still talks to her 3rd grade teacher. I can only hope that she gets the same teacher again for 3rd grade next year. Sikes was a blessing for us and our daughter.
--Submitted by a parent

We are looking to transfer our child out of this school due to the lack of accountability on the faculties part. Instead of helping a child that is struggling they would prefer to have them listed as disabled or listed as ADD. We found that this makes a difference when it comes to testing them at the middle of the year with FCAT. The school has a new Principal who, finally, seems to care more about the students then Principles in the past. We have had major issues with 2 teachers. They do have a few great teachers that are truly asset to the school. But these are far and few between from what we have seen so far.
--Submitted by a parent

My son has attended this school since kindergarten and he will be entering the 5th grade next year. This school cares about the students. Every grade participates in music, arts and sports. They have great extracurricular activities. My husband and I are involved when it comes to our sons education and this school prefers parents involvement in fact they encourage it.
--Submitted by a parent

My two children have enjoyed their experience at Sikes Elementary. The school has many incentives to keep their students motivated to succeed in their academics. Significant preparation for the FCATS. Many fine programs for parents in order to get involved...(PE Show, teaching your kids how to be good readers, Talent show, Kindergarten show, etc...) Nice, clean campus.
--Submitted by a parent