Lake Shipp Elementary School

I have been a parent of the school for three years. My son truly loves it there. We transferred from another school within the district. When we arrived, my son's attitude about school was not good. He was placed in a class where the teacher made learning fun. He is now reading above level. Also he was provided free tutoring on Saturdays and the teacher DID NOT get paid. This was because they wanted their students to be successful. We are a happy family! Keep up the outstanding work Lake Shipp!
--Submitted by a parent

Both my boys went here and I DO NOT LIKE IT!!! I feel the school is very unorganized and don't challange the kids,discipline is not forced also didn't do a very good job preparing them for middle school.. Things children need outside the home as well!!!! Teacher actually call my son a name out of stress!!! That is uncalled for and very unprofessional. Thankfully both are in a magna school now..... what a difference. I would not recommend this school at all!!!
--Submitted by a parent

This school has an excellent music program with a dedicated teacher using world-class mallet instruments.
--Submitted by a teacher

We have been very disappointed in this school.There has been virtually no effort to challenge my children beyond what is required by the FCAT. Once my child mastered this material,it was just time to sit and wait. Just be quiet and walk on the green line seems to be the primary concern. However,this concern for discipline seems to end when bullying is involved. My child has been pushed,punched,and threatened with scissors. If this behavior happens to be noticed by a teacher (which is rare),nothing of consequence happens to the bully.The sports seem largely unsupervised. On the positive side,I will say the music and art programs are superior and much enjoyed by my children. There is a lot of parent involvement and a wonderful PTA. The teachers seem well meaning,just overwhelmed with disciplinary issues and underperforming students. This leaves the good students to lose interest in school and not reach their full potential.
--Submitted by a parent

Did not care for this school. Seemed unorganized and unable to provide stability for a first time student.
--Submitted by a parent

My son has attended Lake Shipp Elementary for 2 years. He enjoys it and doesn't want to be transfered. He feels comfortable and looks forward to most school days. The teacher he has this year is an improvement over last year. Overall, the staff is friendly and helpful and the overall atmosphere is welcoming. Academically, it has room for improvement but overall, we were satisfied.
--Submitted by a parent

I think this is a great school. I have one child still in this school and one that left last year. The principal helped out with all my concerns with my children. I have a hyper child and he was getting into trouble and they ALL (principal and teachers)worked with my son and I. I rate this school #1 in my book. Thank you Lake Shipp Elementary for great work
--Submitted by a parent