Dekalb Academy of Technology and the Environment Charter School

DATE is exceptional. Love surrounds that schools and it shows.The kids are loved dearly and are respected. I am so proud to have my kids there. The best school ever.

in looking a In looking at all of the reviews, especially the negative reviews; I am most disappointed with the parents who are not being totally objective. Although there are isolated differences/situations with parents, you have to look at the big picture. DATE has top middle school scores, with them scoring in the top five of the GCRCT and at most times, the top three of all middle schools. With me having first hand knowledge, I know that parents are happy and thrilled that DATE is an alternative for public neighborhood schools. There are at least five hundred students who apply each year, and if it it so torturous, why is it that there are only 20 to 30 spaces available when it comes to open enrollment. NO ONE LEAVES! I AM SORRY, ABOUT 5 TO 10 PEOPLE LEAVE. So, parents who are interested in the school; check it out for yourself, and read between the lines of the hate emails. In addition, do your research....... and do your research. All schools retest and we are no different with the retest.... our students still perform better that local schools, but look at the final test scores and you will see where DATE stands. It is awesome and just do research.
--Submitted by a parent

My child has been at the D.A.T.E for three years. He has matriculated through their middle year s program. I have been very pleased with the teachers and the administrative staff. I am quite pleased with the level of rigor; it s challenging, but not overwhelming. The teachers keep me well informed of my child s progress. They are very accommodating to students that need a little more support. I love the technology and Environmental focus of the school. The teachers use aspects of the International Baccalaureate program to add the global component to an already excellent program. The teachers having autonomy within their classrooms really help students because they are able to use different learning styles to help student achieve their goals. My son really thrived in this learning environment because of the constructivist learning. He learns best by doing and he has learned and retained so much by coming to this school. The kids absolutely love the middle year s administrator. He knows every middle school student by name and he makes room checks daily to make sure that all students are working to be the best possible person they can be. He handles discipline quickly and fairly.
--Submitted by a parent

My children have attended DATE for the past 5 years. They are now in 5th grade. DATE has an excellent set of teachers and administration that are personable, experienced, well-rounded, and effective. The emphasis on environment and technology provides a challenging and informative academic environment for my children. This school is like any other I've been exposed to!
--Submitted by a parent

D.A.T.E. sets the bar high for it's parents, students, teachers, admin, staff and it's volunteers. The leadership is strong and it shows. The evidence of progress is visible each school year. I have experienced excellent teachers, good teachers and not so good teachers, but it's realistic to expect that at every school. Elementary is stronger than middle, but progress has been made. Uniform policy is a plus! Discipline policy is a plus! Traditional and non-traditional studies are a plus! Education through unique and fun experiences a plus! Keep your eyes on this school - they dream BIG and accomplish BIG! Dedicated Parent Since 2006
--Submitted by a parent

This school is one of the best in the Dekalb. My son is not the most organized student, his teacher always keep me posted. Elementary is very strong. I am not sure about Middle school. 3rd year parent
--Submitted by a parent

I need to read more reviews. I am seriously considering transfering my son to attend 8th grade here, but am finding a lot of negative reviews here. He attends another dekalb middle school now but the school is overcrowded and kids are out of control, and my son is not thriving there. There just aren't many other choices available. I can't afford private, What's a mother to do?
--Submitted by a parent

This school is mediocre at best. Especially as you enter the middle school. The school as a great focus on paper but they are unable to deliver. There are several teachers and staff members there who don't like children and should not be working with children. The uniforms look good but beware.
--Submitted by a parent

This is my son's first and only year at DATE. He will not be attending next year due to the lack of communication from one particular teacher. She does not enter grades in eSIS as she should, nor does she give students their work back in a timely manner. So if your child is not doing well, they won't know it until it is too late. The emphasis is not on Technology nor the Environment.
--Submitted by a parent

I am highly disappointed in this school. I regret my decision everyday. This school is not fit to serve children,
--Submitted by a parent