Ressie Jeffries Elementary School

hi Mrs.pagni this haleys father I just wantd o know how haey was doing in school
--Submitted by a parent

This school is truly devoted to education. I have 2 children currently enrolled. My son is receiving FREE tutoring from the school this year. The administration is attentive and the teachers go above and beyond. I am a member of the PTO at the school and I am amazed by the wonderful activities and what they do to promote education among the students. It's a challenging enviroment but still fun...not an easy task to accomplish.
--Submitted by a parent

I love this school, the staff, the PTO- I'll have a 5 & 7 yr old attending the fall of 2010.
--Submitted by a parent

If the parents would help more we can make a differance. My 5 year old is super smart her teacher is the best. All the staff has been so nice. I really think kids will be more involed if parents would be.
--Submitted by a parent

My son attends Ressie Jeffries and it is a fantastic school! All of his teachers have been very helpful and the administration is great! My son is challenged everyday and I am very thankful that he goes to such a great school!
--Submitted by a parent

I have 2 children which attend Ressie Jeffries.There are so many HORRIBLE things I've seen at this school, it saddens me to have to send my children off to school everyday. Not a day goes by that my children come home and dont have 3-4 bad things to tell about how the day was. The most troubling thing for me is how rude the staff is. How can someone who is rude and disrespectful teach my child any respect and manners? THEY CANT ! I have read some of the post left here and I agree the parents do need to be more involved BUT who wants to deal with a bunch of rude people? I dont! You're correct, parents need to be involved in getting this school new staff.
--Submitted by a parent

I have recently moved to Front Royal, VA and my child has started Ressie Jeffries this year as a Kindergarten student. The teachers at this school have no patience for their younger students and act as if they are bothered that a parent wants to be involved with how their child is doing in school. The office staff is extremely rude as well ! The teachers act very unprofessional and will gossip about students and parents as if the school is a set for a soap opera. Almost all of the staff at Ressie Jeffries has lived in this small town all of their life and here, everyone knows everyone. If you are new to the town and not like 'them' then you will not be treated very friendly. I do not recommend this school to anyone that wants a good education for their children
--Submitted by a parent

My oldest has been at Ressie for almost 2.5 years (3rd, 4th and now 5th). My youngest has been at Ressie for almost 1.5 years (K and now 1st). All of their teachers have been excellent and very responsive. I participate in the PTO and do other volunteer work, but I really wish more parents came out to PTO meetings and helped out with stuff that really isn't that hard. Like another parent has said, things can't improve, and things can't get done unless we all pull together and do the gruntwork. It has been my experience that the majority of the staff is helpful and willing to do whatever is necessary; however, not enough parents seem interested in the improvement of the school, and the education of their children, and that is sad.
--Submitted by a parent

I have two children who were enrolled at Ressie Jeffries Elementary just this past year. Being we were new here, I had some worries as any parent would coming into a new school. All my fears were laid to rest. My kids have adapted greatly to this school and thanks to the awesome teachers they both have, they have done great in their academics and social skills. Both of my children were involved in extra-curricular activities here as well, which has not only helped them socially, but it also has built their self-esteem up more. I must add that the PTA here has worked hard and has been so involved in doing things for the students and teachers and should be applauded. Our experience here has been nothing but positive. Volunteering or taking opportunities when feasible to spend time w/your children at school may change the negative.
--Submitted by Michelle Sherman, a parent

I came to Ressie 3 yrs ago, I now have 3 children that attend Ressie. I was astonished at the level of Parent participation at PTA meetings,classroom parties,paper pushing etc. In my opinon parents need to more involved with what is going on at their child's school. We all work long hours and drive a terriable commute but sitting back complaining about every little thing is not going to change it. If you want Ressie to become a 'better' school than come see all the good things 99% of the staff and parent volunteers are doing for your children and offer to help in some way. I encourage all parents to come inside Ressie for a day and look at all aspects of your childs day before writting harsh things about it. I have also had my ups and downs but I continue to push for more ups and better enviroments.
--Submitted by Rhonda Pyne, a parent