Ernest Gallet Elementary School

This school over all has become packed. Too many people have moved in around the school to be able to fit into it. My child is special needs and has been going here for 4 years. Their are new students being placed into this school almost every week. Teacher staff is professional and good but do not expect a lot of one on one attention even from sped teachers or the aids. A lot of things go unnoticed, ex, bullying, accidents, etc. The school has improved since it has gotten a new principal but they need more staff and buildings to accomadate the students as well. Parent involment goes as far as raising money for PTO. If you feel like having an extra job this is the school for you. If you feel like being afraid of calling the school to have a rude person yap your ear of or go into the office and have office staff be rude to you then this is the school for you. Upsides - professional well educated staff, nice, clean new school, money from PTO (parents) to spend on new equipment for school. Good therapists.
--Submitted by a parent

I wittnessed an office staff member yelling at a teacher on duty, I cant beleive someone would do ths in front of the kids and parents tat are there, that staff member is not happy with themselves they should remain home!! !f you don't like your job go some place else, the school is for our children and they need to endure happiness!!! The office staff at Gallet are unfriendly and NEVER NEVER have a smile!!! Very disappointed with the leadership of this school for not seeing what so many parents wittness EVERY TIME we are in the office!!! Please see if you as a s hook board member or leadership status could fix this problem!!! They need social skills!!!
--Submitted by a parent

good school and good scores ill never forget how wonderful of an experience that school was

My first experience was when this school first opened.... I enjoyed those five years however this time around, I have been treated quite rudely by the front office on every visit by the same employee ... Even during the registration of my kindergarten child, I cant imagine someone has that many "bad days" ... If this is an indication of how my next 6 years will go here... I am NO LONGER impressed and will be registering a complaint with the school board the next time and everytime this employee is rude. If an employee cant manage the social skills to interact with adults I really dont want them to interact with my child on any level. I have talked to other parents and have yet to find one that hasnt been spoken to rudely. Im rating principal leadership the problem, for not knowing this goes on in office beside his!
--Submitted by a parent

We moved to Youngsville specifically for the kids to attend the schools in this district. Today was the first day for the girl Kindergarteners. I found my child's teacher to one of warmth, openness, and intelligence. Her credentials were more than satifactory and I could see she truly enjoyed being a teacher. The kids immediately took to the teacher. As for the staff, I was met with nothing less than tremendous smiles and helpful attitudes. I was on campus for more than three hours. I am truly looking forward and am excited for my daughters first year at Ernest Gallet. So far this school has lived up to everything I've heard and more.
--Submitted by a parent

When deciding to move to the Lafayette area, I researched all of the schools in the parish and specifically moved to the area for my children to attend this school. We have two children who have completed their elementary education there. The teachers we have had are all fantastic. They are appropriately demanding of the children, very caring for them as individuals, and always willing to help with any concerns. This was definitely a great school!
--Submitted by a parent

I am a parent of 3, and EGES is the worse school I could have ever put my children in. Bad attitudes by staff and teachers. These people don't want a realationship with kids just a pay check. I have been to several schools growing up and have wonderful memories, my kids have nightmares!! That should say enough on the prison they are running. I am glad we are no longer there, thanks EGES!
--Submitted by a parent

What a wonderful year this has been so far. The spirit and moral at Gallet has increased so much. Teachers seem so much happier this year! Gee-- wonder if it has something to do with the new administrators!!! Gallet has great teachers who really work for our kids. Our office ladies also smile a lot more!! Gallet is the best school to be at!!
--Submitted by a parent

This school has a great front office and a PTA parent that is next to none! Great teachers in every grade! The school also has a sprit night sponser with Chili's for extra money for the school. This shows not only parents want to be involved.
--Submitted by a parent

I am definitely looking to a better year with a new principal. We are new to EGES and were not impressed last year. When I called to try to set up a meeting with the principal to discuss concerns I had about my child I was told by the woman on the phone that there was no good time. I was to say the least bit impressed.....I am hoping to see some type of activities, functions, or meetings that will have parent/staff involvement.....I love to be hands on in my child's education and I am sure I am not the only parent.....Maybe there could be forms sent home to see what the parent(s) would be available to volunteer for.......something!!!!!
--Submitted by a parent