Conway Elementary School

I can NOT stand this school. There is complete lack of communication between the teachers and staff themselves, yet alone between them and the parents. I am in full agreement that parent involvement is nessecary for success but this school relies on it so much that I feel I should be recieving a paycheck. The principal and teachers here have given me the impression that due to budget cuts they don't have to work as hard for their salary since it's not a very good one. They use parent involvement as a manipulative excuse to send home homework on things that the teacher hasn't taught in class and we (the parents) are left teaching, not helping, it to our kids. I might as well homeschool my children. Every event that I have attended (school plays, meet the teacher, fudraising events, etc.) I have listened to the staff talk down to the parents like we were children that couldn't follow directions. They are rude and unprofesional. My daughter's transfer here is such a total disappointment that we have decieded to move, AGAIN, before she gets settled too much.
--Submitted by a parent

When we moved here from Alabama, my daughter had learned how to read in kindergarten and was very ready for the first grade at Conway. My son is going to the first grade now and his reading level is no where near that my daughter had when she started first grade. The level effort of teaching kids how to read at Conway should be much better.
--Submitted by a parent

My daughter has now been at Conway for two years (1st and 2nd grades). Although I believe that the student teacher interaction could be better, she has excelled in her academics. Conway may not have a high great schools rating but in my book the school is good enough for me. Besides it's not completely up to the school to make sure the student is learning. The parents need to stay involved and make sure both student and teacher are doing their jobs. If more parents took an interest in their childs education then maybe Conway would have a better rating.
--Submitted by a parent

My son transferred to Conway in Oct' 07, while in first grade on grade level, and left four months later below grade level. I had conferences with his teacher, who explained to me that no additional help is given to the students struggling in class. Basically, the teachers move on with the lessons, and those who are behind continue to struggle. The teacher told me my son had behaviour issues, which he had never had before in his former school. I asked for information to help him at home, none was ever sent home, but always promised to me. Once at his new school, they tested him for appropriate class, and got him at grade level in reading and math. Plus, he had to go to summer school. Now, he is above grade level. And no behavior issues!
--Submitted by a parent

Is a great school with excellents teachers and staff members. Carolina love her school.
--Submitted by a parent

I love this school. Both of my boys have come such a long way since enrolling here. All of the staff are very friendly and helpful.
--Submitted by a parent

Great School, Great teachers, special Ms. Dacre, Ms. Canete, Ms. Lattin, Ms. Rymer, Ms. Ramahlakan , they are the best ! Thanks for all the great values you teach to my kids !
--Submitted by a parent

Conway Elem is an outstanding school with an extremely caring staff (administrative, instructional and support). Both my children have excelled academically and socially during their years at Conway Elem. The key to academic and social success also depends largely on parent involvement. Conway Elem. encourages and welcomes parent involvement. Be an involved parent through ADDitions, SAC, and PTA to know what is going on at your child's school and to ensure their success.
--Submitted by Sandi A., a parent

Conway has provided excellent support for my daughter as she has struggled with my divorce, the school counselor is second to none. My child has attended this school since kindergarden and to date, her teachers have responded quickly to my concerns via e-mail and have been very accommodating. I am disappointed with the principal however, as she has always referred me elsewhere when I have brought matters to her attention.
--Submitted by a parent

Music and Art are available to all of the children - which is wonderful! There are sports activities for the 5th graders and PE is available for the children. I believe this is due to the Principal caring about children. Mrs. Babb knows all the children's names and truly does care about kids. I found her to be very kind and supportive of the kids. Although there is a PTA, parental involvement in activities is low. The parents need to get more involved in the children's activities and class rooms. I think this has been a good experience for my child being in a public school this year. I would say this is one of the better schools.
--Submitted by a parent