Rivers Edge Elementary School

In the 3 yrs we have been back in FL Rivers Edge is our 4th and best school that we have attended. I honestly cannot say enough positive about how the teachers go above and beyond, the overall family feel/school's efforts to bring us all together in numberous family events and last but not least the quarterly awards assemblies, that for a CHANGE, even the NON-straight A students are given oppty to walk on that stage and get on an award-which has made a HUGE impact on the self confidence of my kid! My daughter had a WONDERFUL 3rd grade year and we look forward to an even greater 4th!
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I cannot say enough great things about this school. Except that my son has been truly blessed with the teachers, staff and their commitment to him and his education. Their resources are outstanding, their care and attention to my son, feel like we get individual attention despite the number of children they do have. I had my son in other schools, in some of the best cities for schools. But River's edge is the best school out of everywhere we have been. With any change we were nervous moving an hour away from family and friends. However, I don't know where my son would be have we not moved. Thank you Rivers Edge!!!
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I have a child in the kindergarten here and he is doing very well and is happy with it. My only concern is the school is limited with advanced programs. He is very advanced with reading and math. Towards the middle of the school year they placed him in the first grade reading class and it is still too easy for him....They do not have any advanced math for kindergarten so if your child already starts school advanced he/she will be bored. Child pick up is also difficult, not enough parking etc.
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Rivers Edge is a great school. The faculty and staff are very caring, and they provide the children an excellent education.
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Rivers Edge is a great school. They have wonderful teachers and the kids have fun learning
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My grandson attends Rivers Edge and I have been very impressed with the attention and dedication of the teachers
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I have two children, new to Rivers Edge this year. The entire staff is fantastic. Caring, professional, well organized. I was very doubtful about public school and Rivers Edge has proven me wrong! Top Notch!
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Rivers Edge Teachers and staff impart a sense of caring in their dealings with the children. My daughter is in 3rd grade, going to fourth. She has some learning disabilities that make academics difficult for her. This is the first school that truly understands and celebrates her acheivements, however small, rather than crush her ego because she doesn't perform as well as the average child. She is patiently guided down the trail of higher learning and is trusting of her sheppards. This is a major accomplishment given her previous encounters with the lesser gifted or caring teachers at other schools. Bravo Rivers Edge. May God continue to guide your work.
—Submitted by a parent

Each of my 3 children have experienced superior academic instruction. This fact is even more remarkable when one considers how different each of my children are. That this outstanding school can nurture each child and their unique aptitudes and challenges is tremendous testimony to the skill and commitment of all faculty and staff members, from front office staff to maintenance staff. As a parent I always feel welcome and valued. My involvement is encouraged and supported at all levels. The student body at Rivers Edge is a true representative sample or our diverse population and each member of the Rivers Edge family strives to sure that each student achieves their potential. The curriculum is demanding and rewarding, challenging and engaging and administered in an effective and innovative fashion. Rivers Edge is a beautiful campus filled with awesome people!
—Submitted by Pam, a parent

I am very happy with Rivers Edge. They have an excellent John Hopkins reading program. It is a more traditional program using reinforcement of skills such as vocabulary and comprehension. The math wings program they use is also very good. I have a friend who has a child in the '5 star' schools of Martin County and there is no comparison in the education. Both my daughter and her son are in second grade and my daughter is learning skills about a grade ahead. Homework could be viewed as excessive, but is instrumental in reinforcing what is being taught in the classroom. I am not so concerned with the difference in school grade as compared to other districts because we actually have a diverse group of students. It is quite easy for a district of have high grades when there is no economic or cultural diversity.
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When we had to transfer our child who was in all advanced classes, at a 5 Star, 'A' school, in Martin County, we were very concerned! When those concerns turned out to be true, we were not at all surpised! The lack of interest in getting to know a new student, is just outrageous! The lack of communication with parents, is appalling! We have written many letters, and request to speak with the teacher and have not received any responds. The extreme amount of hours of homework assignments, tell us that someone isn't doing their job as a teacher. There are also safety issues, at the student's drop off station and in the parking lot. We will be so glad when May 25, 2007 finally arrivals, for that will be the last day of putting up with River Edge.
—Submitted by a parent

Sometimes we as parents expect our children's teachers to work minor miracles, as witnessed by previous reviews from last year.When in reality it falls to us to follow through. I have had the opposite experience with River's Edge. My daughter has soared with the excellent teaching staff. (Thank you Mrs. Key, Mrs. Florio, Mrs. Albinson. The staff is amazing, they take the time to get to know you and your child on an individual basis. Many times they have picked up the phone just to touch base with me regarding my daughters education. They offer an accelerated reading program and I in fact moved, due to school district rezoning to keep my daughter in this fine school
—Submitted by Sandra Boyce, a parent

As a first time parent of a school age child, I was apprehensive, but once I walked into Rivers Edge, I was immediately at ease. The staff was friendly and attentive, and there was no chaos anywhere. The students I saw were extremely well-behaved, courteous, and respectful. My son's teacher has always been available whenever I had questions, and really encourages reading. Thanks Rivers Edge!
—Submitted by Lori P, a parent

The first year that my son attended the ese program here it was great. If not for one teacher - mrs. Mazzullo, this would have been a complete waste.
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I have 2 children enrolled here. I am very happy with the entire school setting. The new Principal is excellent and the teachers are caring!
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My daughter attended Rivers Edge for 2 years. I chose putting her on a bus for 3 hours each day in the hopes of giving her the best chance for a quality education. At the time Rivers Edge was classified as a science & technology magnet school. What we got was a militant run school, very little science or technology being taught due to budget cuts. If your child has behavior problems and is having a difficult time learning to read then this is the school for him/her. No extracurricular activities are offered. I pulled my honor roll student from this school.
—Submitted by a parent