Burroughs Elementary School

Burroughs has been a wonderful school for our twin boys for the past five years. Tim Cadotte, the principal, provides top-notch leadership and really cares about educating the kids. The teachers are outstanding.
--Submitted by a parent

My child is in 1st grade and I have to say I am really impressed. There is a traditional academic base, but with a lot of emphasis on creativity. There is a willingness to work with parents, in fact parents are expected to get involved. This is a very fun and open school, and what a gorgeous building! The only downside is that classes are very large in the lower grades, but my child's teacher has no problems with it. After a few years of the recent changes that may change. My child loves going to school!
--Submitted by a parent

Highly focused on academics, but I've never seen a stressful atmosphere as described. Great teachers, great principal, and a lot of parent involvement make this school wonderful. We couldn't imagine sending out children anywhere else.
--Submitted by a parent

Burroughs school has an outwardly "open" environment, but once you are inside, it is entirely different. Stressful atmosphere for my child; boots must be lined up perfectly in the hallways, children must walk silently in the hallways, and an overwhelming focus on academics. If your child is different, especially academically or emotionally, this is not the right school.
--Submitted by a parent

Huge academic focus. Strong principal leadersip. Very strong parental involvement - some teachers may lament 'too strong'. The specialty programs are first rate. This is a private school education at a public school price.
--Submitted by a parent

The teachers make learning fun and who else has their music teaching playing the accordion in the lobby every morning when they come to school. Rock and roll at the end of the year!
--Submitted by a parent

I am a grand parent who is very involved with my grand children. I have been very impressed with every aspect of our grandson's experience at Burroughs. He was having some problems at a private school and has advanced in several subjects. We are very impressed with his growth and development through his experience at burroughs.

This school is phenominal. We have been delighted and amazed by the quality of teachers, the facility, the curriculum, and the overall feeling of community and involvement of parents. We can't imagine a better place for our kids.
--Submitted by a parent

I must take issue with the previous submission. I have had children in the school since 1995 to the present, and one of the things my wife and I have always appreciated is the safe, all inclusive environment created for all kids regardless of race, religion, economic status, or where the children live. Our experience with the teachers has been simply extraordinary in every situation. All kids are treated with care and respect, and those that need more personalized attention will receive it. I can attest to this because my child has benefitted from this. My personal opinion is that it is a gift that will pay dividends for a lifetime for the kids that are able to attend Burroughs.
--Submitted by a parent

Burroughs is a great school for upper middle class white kids. Unfortunately, the school and community are not very tolerant or supportive of different races, religions, or sexual preferences (see previous posting.) From an academic standpoint, there is a huge focus on reading and math. Anything to increase those scores! Socially, I wam looking for a more open- minded environment in the next school we choose. ces/ religions/ sexual prefernces.
--Submitted by a parent