Academy of Accelerated Learning

While AAL has a lot of caring teachers, the school has too many programs which directly impacts the quality of education that the students receive. I think that the name "Accelerated Learning" is misleading. When most parents think of Accelerated Learning they envision a school that really pushes and challenges the kids and where the students academic achievements are higher than that of their peers but in AAL's case it's the exact opposite. Low test scores, students below grade level in reading and math and little parent involvement is the reality of AAL. The principal is focused on trying on every new teaching fad that comes along. While it is admirable that she would want to try out new ideas in education, all it does it create a student population who fall well below their peers.

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My daughter has attended AAL since K4 and will be graduating this year. We have had such an enriching experience at this school and my daughter has grown into a smart, confident, culturally aware 5th grader partly due to her experience at AAL. Academy of Accelerated Learning is so rich in diversity. My daughters friends range in ethnicity from Hmong, European, Mexican, Burmese and Somali just to name a few. The teachers are exceptional and encourage the children to be responsible for their actions beginning in Kindergarten. Mrs. Miller, Principal, is currently in the process of gaining Charter status and transitioning the school to an IB Program, which will be such a benefit to the students. We will miss this wonderful little gem of a school!
—Submitted by Mimi Fuentes, a parent

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AAL is the best elementary MPS school. My daughter has learned above and beyond what I expected her to learn at school alone. She is encouraged everyday by her teachers to go beyond what she can do. Beyond the great daily school activities there are many extras associated with the school that foster learning and community togetherness. The math, science, and music go beyond any other elementary school around. I am an engineer and extremely satisfied with the school's all around development of the children.
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I am a parent of 3 boys and 1 girl and 3 of my children have attended and graduated AAL. My son is in 3rd grade now and I absolutely love this school! Their high standards continue with their growth into the middle and even as I am finding out now into high school. My kids have been above many other students in their class because of the teachers at AAL and the ciriculum that they follow. Parental involvement is at its best with a very active PTA and many different diverse activities and events throughout the year. Teachers play a big part in involvement also and are always there to assist and guide you and your children however you need it. I would definetly recommend this school to anyone who is looking for a wonderful grade school in this area as it is truely the best around...hands down!! E. Allen/parent,PTAPresident
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