Tynes Elementary School

Both my children attended this school. All the staff seemed very UN welcoming to any parent involvement and the school had a feeling of some kind of reform school/jail. Even worse my son had an IEP from his last school and I brought it up to his teacher and staff when we started there but it wasn't till the end of the school year when they finally wanted to address the problem...too much...too little...too late.... I am so happy we no longer have to be associated with this school
--Submitted by a parent

its a great school. but mrs howl is not a cool teacher did not like her. other then that its great. i love the kids and there nice to well most.

I have to say the teachers do an alright job but the administrator and staff are pretty rude. Im concerned how they handle the children in the nurse's station. As for the principal, I'm glad she is retiring because I'm sure they will get someone who handles situations better if they arise.
--Submitted by a parent

I had 2 and now 1 grandchild that I am raising at Tynes Elem. Rhiannon came from a school that was graded far below the average. She entered 2nd grade and should have been in K. Within 3 month at Tynes brought her to the 2nd grade level. Gabby was far worst Tynes is unique.They seem to specialize in children that have learning problems to give them a good learning foundation for the future. Everyone was involved. From the administration, counselors,teachers and of course the PARENTS. It was a TEAM WORK beyond believe and it is till going on with Gabby. I am happy to say Rhiannon is an A/B Honor student and and is now in Jr.High. Gabby also A/B Honor student is in 3 rd grade in Tynes. I read some of the reviews about the administration being rude? In all the 5 yrs going on 6, NEVER has anyone been rude to my husband or I. I had clashes with some teachers but nothing that could be solved. I give TYNES ELEM a 10 STAR. To TYNES ELEM I say THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR GIVING MY 2 GRANDCHILDREN A CHANCE IN LIFE Marie H Dealing
--Submitted by a teacher

I recently relocated to the TYNES Elemntary school district. The office administration is terrible - very rude. Everytime I visit the office - the secretary/administrator gives me the same attitude - which is uncalled for.The parking lot is dangerous - in order to pick your child up from school, you have to travel back down the one way street you just came up - forcing you to face oncoming traffic and school buses.
--Submitted by a parent

My daughter's second grade teacher might have been tough, but she got some serious results. I didn't particularly care for her demeanor, but every teacher has their own style I guess. There were a lot of opportunities at this school for extended activities....Young Rembrandts, Chorus, Talent Show, etc. This shows that the teachers really care about the kids and want them to enjoy school. The Chorus & Talent Shows were free, which is great...especially for a school that lost its music dept.
--Submitted by a parent

The administrative staff and leadership at this school has made our first 2 years of school miserable. Our kindergarten teacher was wonderful but our 1st grade teacher would have done better choosing to be a prison guard for hardened offenders than impressionable 6 year olds. The curriculum is fine. I think they focus too much on certain subjects but we have been able to supplement at home to keep him where I think he needs to be. My biggest problem is the office staff. I sometimes wonder if they sit around and try to find ways to make things harder for the parents. They are rude and discourteous. As soon as the housing market picks up, I hope to sell and move to another neighborhood not zoned for Tynes.
--Submitted by a parent

my son loves school again. I love your circulium , reading program etc. He's learned more and has more challenging work. which he needed to be more challanged. tynes has done that! Thank you tynes
--Submitted by a parent

I had always been told how great tynes elementary was. I was excited for my children to attend. Now that I have been involved with the school a couple years I'm starting to feel different. I don't think it s the school that it once was. Few teachers are truly responsive to your questions or concerns. They tend to handle you as they do one of the stundents - very 'matter of factly' and send you one your way. Not to mention the numerous times i have offered my services to volunteer and they brushed me aside. You think they would appreciative the eagerness of a parent to be involved. I'd also prefer to see money from fundraisers go towards special programs that they are lacking due to cutbacks versus a new playground or teatherball equipment. And since when is recess considered PE? They need to be more well rounded.
--Submitted by a parent

I have a 4th grader and a 1st grader both with ADHD. the staff is great and very helpful. My son also needs extra help, and they are right there to help him even on his bad days. Hate to see them have to make cut backs. We will see what next year holds.
--Submitted by a parent