William A. Walton Elementary School

As a military child, my son has attended 4 elementary schools in 4 states and he is in 4th grade. I am a very involved parent and volunteered 2 days a week at Walton for the entire 6 months my son attended while my husband was at his career course. I can honestly say that I was overjoyed to leave when our time was over in VA. This school lacks a friendly, energetic, or positive atmosphere. The curriculum is subpar in comparison to other schools in the nation and even VA. The environment can be changed depending upon who the teacher is but the curriculum will continue to lack as long as the administration remains the same.
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My Son goes to Walton & He loves it. I love the teachers & the staff that are at Walton. I couldnt ask for him to be at a better school. My Daughter will be attending Walton next year & is already excited about going.
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My daughter has had a wonderful year in Kindergarten. She has come so far over the course of the year, her teacher is an absolute saint!! Walton has been a great school for her!
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Like everything in life this school has its strengths and weaknesses. Most of the teachers there are super people who really care about their students. Unfortunately I have experienced 2 bad ones in my years with this school and when I say bad I mean HORRIBLE! The sad thing is the administration will do NOTHING when you voice your concerns about these issues. This school is quick to want parental involvement when it is to their benefit but slow to get involved when you are not happy with the way your child is treated. So if you are looking for a parent friendly school like Chesterfield schools then this is not the place for you. I have never gotten to go on a field trip with my kid because the teachers pick who they want and usually it is someone they already know in the community.
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My son goes to Walton since 2006, we thought that it was an OK school at the time, but know we are very happy and pleased, they got a new principal, and she is giving more than 100 % to lift the school. Now kids and staff are the main priority and everybody works very hard to raise the level and grades.
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My son is at Walotn and my husband and I couldnt be happier. I was amazed to see all of the negative comments. I have been involved at Walton for 5 years now and 3 different admistrations- all have been very different and all have had positive aspects to their leadership. Unfortunately, often people who are mad and negative speak for the majority. If you are stationed at Fort Lee, I highly recommend that you visit Walton and not take the word of several of these comments. We have loved all of my sons teachers! Walton's teachers are providing a sound base of education to the youth of tomorrow!
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We moved to PG so our kids could get a better education. I have a gifted child and an ADD child with speach and reading difficulties. I was very concerned about my ADD child falling behind in the PG schools but thought it was the best thing for our gifted child. Both of my kids have had a great year and received everything (plus some) that a parent could ask for. Last week I received an email from the teacher saying that my child was going to have all A's on his report card for the 4th 9 weeks and I began to cry. I was so thankful that he didn't get pushed between the cracks. I thank all of the great staff for not overlooking the average or underaverage kids and helping them to acheive and become over acheivers so they are not left behind. Thank you Walton staff.
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I have twin girls in second grade. We are a military family that moved here well into the fall of 2008 already knowing we would be moving yet again to another state come June. I was dreading spending just a portion of a year at a new school! Let me be the first to tell you, the teachers each of my twins got were above and beyond exceptional! Each teacher is completely engaging, pushes students to excell, and shows so much interest in each and every child they teach. We were more than lucky to be at Walton and have such caring teachers!
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I have 2 children who attend Walton Elementary. We have been very happy with the school and its staff:-)
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My family has been very satisfied with Walton. I have 3 chidren and have had different teachers on all grade levels- I have been very happy with all of their teachers. The school building is older and the cafeteria is loud, but kids need time to talk and socialize also!...When we moved, I choose to stayin Walton District. I hope parents who are not happy- have actually observed classrooms. I see lots of interaction!
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