Lansdowne Elementary School

A student was nominated to NYSP (National Young Scholars Program) by a Lansdowne School Teacher but the Principal doesn't want to do anything in helping the expense of the child to attend the program. I believe the school should help some of the expenses since it will be a credit to the school having one of their student attending in NYSP.

My son has been at Lansdowne for 4 years now, and the only complaint I have is not with the school itself but the district administration. We have had 3 principles in 4 years. All of the principles have been very good, very qualified, and excellent administrators. However this instability of leadership can be disheartening for parents and students. The staff and teachers at Lansdowne are top notch. Looking forward to my 2 othe rsons going to school there as well.
--Submitted by a parent

Lansdowne is not only a great school, caring for each child but a great place to work. The adminstration truly cares about each staff member and child. In these critital times in our district, Lansdowne's adminstration, teachers and parents, work hard to make sure each student reaches their potential.
--Submitted by a teacher

Lansdowne is an excellent school. My son has attended there for the last 3 yrs. Every school has it's faults, especially during these trying times. For the parent that gave them a low rating because of the student to teacher ratio, welcome to CMS (public schools) and budget constraints. Before the constraints, they had assistants in most rooms. I really think the rating was unfair, given the one reason. Not sure if you had other reasons but parents/newcomers rely heavily on community ratings and you just cast a shadow unfairly on a very, very good school.
--Submitted by a parent

We are pulling our kindergarden student out of Lansdowne (CMS school district) because of the high student to teacher ratio. We believe even with the best teachers, it is very difficult to educate 24 "K" students without an assistant.
--Submitted by a parent

Lansdowne's teachers and administration continue the tradition of excellence in its commitment to training our future leaders of tomorrow.
--Submitted by a parent

The faculty and staff at Lansdowne are terrific. Everyone takes the time to get to know the students - not just those in their own class, but throughout the school. My 3rd grade son is recognized by the principal and assistant proncipal, office staff, all of the special area teachers, and most of the regular teachers at the school. Lansdowne provides a challenging learning opportunity in a warm, caring environment. I can't think of a better place for my child!
--Submitted by a parent

Lansdowne received IB World accreditation last year. It is now one of 200 schools in the world that teach the same curriculum. This school is awesome!!
--Submitted by a parent

Lansdowne was a good school for my son, who's since moved up to Randolph Middle. The diversity is very nice to see, and they seem to listen to parents about the best teacher for your child. The principle could be better. In addition there was some bullying that wasn't effectively addressed, but overall I feel it was a good school.
--Submitted by a parent

Lansdowne has been terriffic for my daughter's first year of school. I challenge any parent to find one that can hold a candle to this school in the surrounding 'neighborhood schools'. Mrs. Koening, the principal, not only knows my daughters name but ever other one of the 600 students as well. She is really top notch.
--Submitted by Tammy, a parent