Overhills Elementary School

I've had great experiences so far with the school, teachers. I'd like to give kudos to Mrs. Aras (4th grade) and Mrs. Land (Pre-K). They both communicate well with me. I can call them or email if I have problems, concercns or questions and I'm never ignored.
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WORST SCHOOL EVER! We are a military family. My kids have been all over the states, from Kentucky, TN, SC, Kansas and NC. This is the worst school my kids had ever been. Ms. Tuggles is the worst third grade teacher ever. Kids are intimidated by her. One kid on her classroom had a little accident just because he was too scare to ask if he could go to the bathroom. My son's work was used as an example on how not to do a skeleton craft they did on class, which of course made him cried. When I asked the teacher about this situation, she argued she never meant to hurt my kids feeling and said she has over 22 years of teaching experience which of course doesn't proof anything at all. Most teachers were in schock when she won "Best teacher Award on 2011". This is just discouraging to other teachers. Overcrowding issues!
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Horrible, horrible horrible principle....... Ms. Hume worse teacher in the world. The principle is very unprofessional, argumental and do not listen to parents nor will she take parents side on any situation. Worse experience of my life, the principle told me I should never believe my child over her teacher..... Talk about professionalism....
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I was hoping from the great reviews this school had gotten that my fears would be put to rest. However, I am saddened to say this school is HORRIBLE!! No communication between teachers and parents(not the ones my children have anyway). I requested a conference a week ago and have not heard a word from the teacher. The only thing that has come home informing me of what is going on in the classroom are the agendas the kids write their homework in and a folder with work to be signed from the week before(that by the way has a review for the teacher to complete each wk. which has remained BLANK!!). I am used to having newsletters at the beginning of each week informing parents of everything going on that week from activities to test!! This school is a JOKE compared to what we are used to. I have to say that I agree totally with the comment posted from a teacher at another school who has children at this school. I am currently researching homeschooling!!
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Love the school!! Ms Parker is an awesome Kindergarden teacher!! She always challenged my daughter. Now my daughter is advanced in 1st grade.
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My daughter was in Mrs. Thomas's kindergarten class last year and I can say without any hesitation, that my daughter THRIVED in her classroom. Communication was excellent, and my child was excited to go to school everyday and learning new things gave her the drive to continue. She is about to start first grade. My middle daughter is now about to start kindergarten and I have high hopes for another excellent year.
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We just began the 2nd year of school at OES. I was a little apprehensive about the schools in NC in general coming from a state with very strong schools. My first impression of the school was definitely a positive one beginning with a very comprehensive tour from the Vice Principal. My next experience was even better. I have 2 children, one already in school and another beginning Kindergarten last year. I had some anxiety about my kindergartener due to early developmental delays. I asked to speak with his teacher prior to the start of school and was so impressed with her that my anxiety turned to excitement. I was not disappointed. I was so pleased with his schol year. Both of my children had a good year and I am optismistic that this year will be even better. If first impressions hold true both my children have amazing teachers. I am so excited to be able to work in the classroom and get to know the school even better!
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My 10 year old daughter had the best school year of her life after moving to Anderson creek area. She just finished her first year at Overhills Elementary School and her 4th grade teacher Mrs. Joyner was the greatest, most caring and passionate teacher my daughter has ever had. My 4th grader could not wait to go to school every day. She enjoyed learning and her test scores were wonderful at the end of the year. She cannot wait to return and start 5th grade at Overhills Elementary School.
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My kids have been going to this school for the past two years. I have been very happy with it so far. The teachers communicate well with the parents and encourage the students to strive for the best. I like the fact that they have Teacher Assistants in the classroom as well. The class sizes are anywhere between 18-22(Kindergarten through 2nd grade).
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Overhills Elementary is not a good school to me. I feel like they don't focus on the kids enouph, and they do not keep you informed in the AGENDA that they give our kids. We know our kids potential and I don't feel as if they even care. It's probally because it is way too many kids at the school. For the record I know that you guys are not baby sitters, but if my child is not doing okay and I am the school EVERY week and you tell me that my child is doing fine I expect to see that on his REPORT card. If my child is not doing good I expect the teacher to tell me. I am an educator at a different school and I let my parents know at the end of every week how the child is doing and I think that SOME teachers at Overhills would care to do the dame thing.
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