Pease Elementary School

I went to school here in the 70s and it was a great school then. Years later when I visited, the principal still remembered me. I didn't even have to say remember me. She looked at me for a few moments, and said my name. It was a great school then and I'm glad to hear that is still a great school!

I love Pease. This school is community oriented, close knit, and everyone knows each other. The principal knows each child by first name. She stands outside and greets all her students in the morning. My child graduated from there two years ago and I now have my second child there. My kids love it and the learning environment is great!
--Submitted by a parent

This school is a good school for students that do not have special needs. For students with special needs, the special education program is not acceptable. IEP's and 504 plans are met about, but not implemented well with some teachers. Staff seem to say the right words, but not provide action to help accomodate students that do not fit into the mainstream. Some of the teachers are great, others are unacceptable.
--Submitted by a parent

i recently graduated from pease (go class of 2010!!!) and i have to say my experience was amazing!!! i went there since kindergarden and i had alot of fun!!! UPs:computer lab food is getting better most teachers are nice very small school everyone knows everyone the wonderful 6th grade band and orchestra Downs:i didnt like the way the music and art teacher taught(there getting a new music teacher) they change out teachers alot i cant think of any other downs... if you are looking for a great school i would advize you consider this school btw(by the way) i got staight A's for the last 9 weeks of school...my teachers really taught me responsibility!!! i well ready for middle school...Good Luck!!!

This is my son's second year at Pease. He asks me on the weekends if he can go back to school. He's reading at a 3-4 grade level and he just started first grade. He knows all the kids at the school already (since it's relatively small) and we love to feel the community support we get from Pease. This is definitely one of Austin's hidden treasures. I'm sad to see only three stars on extracurricular activities, because I know all the staff and parents at Pease really work harder than the average person to give our kids the best experience and education they can. They have a volunteer who teaches chess club and gardening every single week. They have Spanish teachers that are paid by the small PTA and Pease parents. There is a gifted and talented program as well a music, art and various camps and get-togethers.
--Submitted by a parent

Pease is a transfer only school - which means that parents have taken active steps to transfer their child there. The classes are small, with only 2 classes per grade level. The events offered really rally around the school community, and opportunities to get involved. There has been no pressure on me to be involved or not to be involved in the activities, which I appreciate.The kids love Pease - with the layout with the younger kids on the bottom floor and the oldest kids on the 3rd floor, they really incorporate the pride in growing up. The curriculum is strong, and the teachers are patient, dedicated and above all - happy to be there!
--Submitted by a parent

Pease was the best school i've ever attended and I learned so much there. i'm currently a freshman at William T. Dwyer Highschool in Palm Beach, Florida and am in all honors classes- I feel that the teachers at Pease helped me achive that. I still remember all the strategys that they taught and use them every day in class. The classes at Pease are small, the teachers are amazing and everyone knows each other. <3
--Submitted by a student

Pease is a very special place. Rich in history, pride, and tradition. The school is unusually small, (only 2 representing classes per grade)! This type of setting allows for a more communal feeling within the school. If you're able to commute downtown I'd reccommend this one of a kind atmosphere to anyone!
--Submitted by a parent

My son will be starting at Pease in the Fall. I have to say that the Principal Ms. Ellis has been wonderful at helping to orient me and my son, as we made the decision to transfer to Pease. She met with me and my son a few times and answered all of our questions patiently. The staff has been very friendly and helpful. We are looking forward to coming to Pease.
--Submitted by a parent

The academic programs seem to be average. Not many extracurricular activities. The parents are very involved, although sometimes it seems they are creating problems for the students and teachers.
--Submitted by a parent