Jefferson Elementary School

I have found that Jefferson Elementary School is a wonderful place for my children. Today many parents are raising their children with no respect for rules. The teachers at JES are teaching these children the importance of behaving correctly, as well as covering the academics. The school has easy to follow rules, and the children are expected to follow them. I have noticed that other parents think this is a military style of teaching. In my opinion, this is a welcome to life way of teaching. Rules are made for us to follow and not to break them.
--Submitted by a parent

We just completed grade K for our 3rd child and had a wonderful experience! I wish every child could attend a school like ours! From my observations, as a parent of 3 here, the school seems to have dumped the very few programs that used to seem too strict to some of the reviewers here. Things were very fun and positive while still be structured. I am really amazed at just what our schools offers the students even after school fun! The parent/school communication is the best. The school constantly offers extras and outside school ways to improve our children's educational experience. They even provided a full summer curriculum so we don't have to create our own anymore. I believe this system cares about our kids long term and helps them achieve their very best.
--Submitted by a parent

We did alot of research about GA public schools before deciding on Jefferson a few yrs ago & we have been very pleased. Our 3 boys are excepted to be ready to learn when they arrive at school & be respectful to their teachers-strange idea I know. So the 'military style' comments seem a bit harsh to me. What is so wrong w/structure & disipline, especially when so many children are not taught how to behave properly in school by their parents. I haven't had any issues w/any of the teachers d/t being an 'outsider'-maybe I just pushed my way in. The only issue I do have is w/the carpool-absolutely awful!!! The admin doesn't seem to take suggestions for improvement (like why not let parents park on the front lawn for drop off/pick up or trying to have 2 lanes),w/700+ kids @JES carpool definitely needs improvement.
--Submitted by a parent

Unfortunately, this site would not allow me to tell the whole truth about this school even though there were some great points. Jefferson Elementary does have a great academic reputation but lacks in your child s ability to become self confident. I do appreciate the teacher that my K son has because she has put a lot of effort in to his learning, there's just not much room for being a kid after all is said and done.
--Submitted by a parent

My daughter just completed her final year at JES. She was there from Prek to 2nd grade and I am 100% satisfied. This is a quality school with A+ leadership and instruction. My twins are now attending JES and I am just as pleased with their experience. The schools is always seeking new and better ways to insruct. From: A pround parent of JES students
--Submitted by a parent

I get tickled when I read about the school being a military atmosphere. Could you imagine teaching or learning in a classroom when there is continual chaos outside in the hallway or lunchroom? Being quiet in the halls shows a respect for the learning that is going on in the classrooms. I have been there on many occasions and the children are learning but they are having fun doing it. If we complain about petty things and make excuses for our children, what are we teaching them? Certainly, not respect and taking responsibility. Parents should support the teachers and if you have a question, ask the teacher. I've found they are more than willing to answer any questions we might have. We love it a LOT more than we did Gwinnett!
--Submitted by a parent

I completely disaggree with comments about a 'military style' environment. I have personally popped in for lunch, or unexpected visits... and I have found that the staff treats the child a the appropriate developement level. I have seen many hugs at the Elementary and Academy level from many of the staff members.... and I always get the feeling that the staff truly cares about 'my' child. I'm 100% satisfied!
--Submitted by a parent

I have a daughter in Jefferson elementary,and she loves it.The teachers are great,and my husband and I are very pleased with our daughters progress in kindergarden,she is already reading first grade level books.WAY TO JES.......
--Submitted by a parent

The academics at this school are amazing, I do feel that the teachers are always pushed and stressed out. My kids don't even get a recess some days due to the amount of work that is required of them in a day. My children have excelled, but the military style treatment (always silent lunches, single file lines) gets a bit much sometimes.
--Submitted by a parent

Unless your child is a robot, do not not send the to this school. They expect the children to behave as mini-adults. The teachers do NOT work with children that are hands on learners and once they decide that your child requirs more effort to teach they want them medicated or removed from their school system.
--Submitted by a parent