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ACADEMICS
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ACADEMICS
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Parent / Guardian
May 23, 2022
My children have been at this school for 4 years and we have had a very positive experience. We chose to move to this school pyramid because the school demographics are diverse. We have mixed race... More
Review for Hammond Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 18, 2022
My son who has level 2 Autism has thrived since he began at Bellows Spring. We came from Prince Georges County, MD where my son was placed in Special Education Classes throughout the entire day. We... More
Review for Bellows Spring Elementary School
Current student
May 09, 2022
Current junior here, reservoir has great teachers. I love almost every single one of my teachers. However, the work load is crazy high. We get a higher work load compared to places such as Hammond or... More
Review for Reservoir High School