Cedar Road Elementary School

Ms Powell remains to be an amzing teacher. She was my daughters teacher in 2007-2008 school year. She is now my sons teacher and she is simply one of the greatest teachers of all! Great asset to Cedar Road Elementary!
—Submitted by a parent

Great school with a small-town feel. VERY active parents and PTA. I have three children attending school at CRE and I couldn't be happier.
—Submitted by a parent

Great school love the teacher's and staff they really go above and beyond to help your children in their learning experience great programs for the kids to learn very family oreinted school
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This school is great! My daughter started Kindergarten there this year and I am amazed how at how far she has come along. Mrs. Harrington and her assistant, Mrs. Russell are fantastic. They really care about each individual student and getting any extra help they may need. I feel like my daughter was challenged; however, never left behind even when she was having a difficult time. Great communication with parents and the school offers SO much extra for the kids to do. We've had a great year! Thank you. Great teachers make a world of difference!
—Submitted by a parent

My grandson is in the first grade at 'CRE' Cedar Road Elem. The entire staff is friendly and helpful to all the children, parents, and grandparents. My grandson looks forward to school each day!

From the principal and teachers, all the way to the lunch ladies and the custodians - every employee at Cedar Road Elementary (CRE)School strives to create a warm and nurturing environment that allows children to feel safe and leaves them eager to learn. I genuninely believe that the staff always keeps best interest of the students of CRE at the heart of every decision.
—Submitted by a parent

I have a stepson attending another Chesapeake school, but in the same grade as my son. Comparing the two schools it is easy to see that CRE is a highly academic and challenging school. A lot more is expected at this school than in other Chesapeake schools at the same grade level.
—Submitted by a parent

My daughter's Kindergarten teacher has a master's degree in reading, there are 2 teachers in the classroom for 16 children, the PTA is hoping to have 100% PTA membership for all parents. I've never seen so many fundraiser fliers or parent involvement opportunities. The PTA is currently trying to earn money to have multimedia equipment in every classroom to facilitate learning. They have a computer lab where children play learning games every week. During Christmas time all the children wore their p.j.s to school and brought their favorite stuffed animal. Everyone listened with their animals while the principle read a version of the Polar Express over the intercom and then they had hot chocolate or chocolate milk and cookies. They want the children to love coming to school and work very hard to create a warm fun environment to encourage healthy, excited learning. I've been amazed!
—Submitted by a parent

My son has been attending CRE since kindergarten and is now in 3rd grade. His teachers have been wonderful and are great with sending home detailed feedback on his performance. There are opportunities for after school clubs as well as lots of PTA sponsored events. I highly recommend this school.
—Submitted by a parent

My son has been going here since kindergarten and is no in 4th grade. The staff is wonderful, yet stern. The academics are superior to most and extremely challenging. If you are an absentee parent, this may not be the school for you as there is much parent/student involvment.
—Submitted by a parent

Wondeful School! I have sent three children to this school and I have absolutely no complaints. Teachers and staff are great. Any problem is taken care of promptly.
—Submitted by a parent

We chose to buy a house in the CRE school district after researching/visiting 6 schools in VB and Chesapeake. We were very particular since our child has special ed needs. We have seen marked improvement in our child in the past year that we have been here. Great teachers, teacher aides and supported by the administration.
—Submitted by a parent

This school is outstanding! the staff is wonderful. This is my daughter's second year; at first I could not believe all the support from parents and teachers. I have always been involved in my children s education, I have never been to or heard of a school that you have to go to the pat meeting early so you will have a seat and a parking place- the support is unbelievable
—Submitted by a parent

I was nervous moving to a new state last year because I was leaving a good elementary school and I was scared to move my daughter so far away and not know what to expect. She ended up at Cedar Roads and it was the GREATEST experience for her. Unfortunately, we had to move again after her 2nd grade year but we miss the school dearly. It was fantastic! Her teacher Ms. Hollomon was so great with her and the whole class. She recognized that my daughter was a new student and made her feel very comfortable from day 1. We even got a letter in the mail at our new address that welcomed her to the school, and she loved that. Also, the YMCA after school program was great. Ms. Cheryl made sure it was! You won't go wrong with this school.
—Submitted by K.B., a parent

Very involved teachers and parents. Small classes with plenty of individual attention. Music, Destination Imagination and after school clubs were all a part of my kids lives. Very easy to communicate with teachers and principal.
—Submitted by a parent

We moved from a great school in Florida and I have 3 kids in K, 2nd, and 5th grades. First year at school but have been very impressed. Great principal, very friendly and decisive. Great overall vision of what's best for the children. I have seen her in several challenging situations and she reacts with poise, calm, and wisdom. Excellent programs for above average children. PTA very strong, many parents involved. I volunteered in general and have only been called once and when I got to the school fair, they didn't need me - they already had plenty of help. The PTA has a few great programs I hadn't seen before - after school enrichment(clubs) and student-faculty basketball games. Both big fun for kids. School also does a lot of charity - collecting coats, cangoods, mittens, books for those in need.
—Submitted by a parent

Cedar Road Elementary has been a blessing to my family. We moved here 2 years ago and the schools were our primary concern when looking for a place to live. CRE has exeeded our expectation in parental involvement, academic expectations, and extra activities. Both of our children have thrived in CRE's environment.
—Submitted by a parent