W A Bess Elementary School

Posted September 4, 2008

I am sad to say after 8 years of sending my girls to this school this is the last year I will get to have my children attend this school I still remember my oldest daughters first day she was scared to death but her teachers were so nice but straight to the point of what she was there for just put our minds to rest about any concerns we had a great start I think even though we have had some issues with some teachers all of the teachers that my oldest daughter had helped us to raise an A honor roll,AIG, beta club,bible club,battle of the books club child out of a very shy little girl and for that I am very grateful to tim and his entire staff but mostly my daughter that I am very proud of she loves this school and so do I God Bless
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Posted March 9, 2008

I was appalled to read such stellar reviews of W.A.Bess. I had heard this was a great school, and had my son attend kindergarten there. It was the worst mistake of my life, thus far. I am a former teacher, and have lived in many different parts of the U.S. My son's self-esteem plummeted; his individuality and creativity were stifled; he began to have behavior problems. All of the childrens' work looks exactly the same. The teacher, although nice, did not teach my son anything he didn't already know when he started the year. If you want to give a school here the title, 'School of Excellence'...go to Gaston Day School!
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Posted June 29, 2007

Definitely an above average school. My son has been there since Kindergarten and will be attending 2nd grade this fall. The teachers are excellent and the school gets good marks for achievement from the State and Federal govt. My only complaint is security could be better and safety during drop off and pick up of your child. The parking lot is a free for all and getting into the parking lot is a accident waiting to happen.
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Posted April 11, 2006

Wonderful school! I had children there for 9 years; the youngest finished 5th grade there last spring. We miss Bess terribly. My children recieved a top notch education there, and were always loved and encouraged by wonderful teachers and adminstration. The programs there challenge gifted students and also help those who struggle work to their ability. There is a lot of parent involvement and they do a great job raising money to purchase extra computers, books, sports equipment, and other things to provide the teachers and students with the extras that make a big difference in the quality of education offered. The principal and his staff are always available to address any concerns. Communication from the school to the parents is great.
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