my son was doing well at his other school and when we moved him here his grades dropped. He says his teacher yells 'shut up'. He is also made to miss class to clean with the janitor, which lets him go out side to help load the janitors car alone, that is not safe! I had spoken with the principal and
... Read more my first response was from her defensive, but after a couple of calls she said she would handle it. My son is suppose to be in resource class but after two months of 'F's', he finally was place, despite the fact that I had all the paper work for his easy transfer. My son Never had these problems at his other school. He is well liked! Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/07/09
We are new at this school too, and we couldn't be happier! My daughter likes school again! We moved from the city school to the county. Everyone is so nice! The teacher actually said that if a child didn't understand something that the teacher didn't do her job - so PLEASE ask questions! She is
... Read more so much more relaxed and comfortable here. They have some pretty great policies here too. From school supplies to rewards for the kids, I can't say enough about this school. :-) Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/26/08
It is absolutely wonderful! My kids come home with smiles! The teachers enjoy teaching! They encourage parental involvement. This is my kids first year here - we transferred them from another local school - and we are soooo much happier! I would highly recommend this school to anyone that is moving
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Posted by a parent on 08/21/08
Grassy is a very good school. The teachers are dedicated and wonderful. I have a mentally challenged child that attends there and they are just very acceptive of her and have worked so hard with her, they treat no kids differently. They love a parents input and involvment in things and thats a wonderful
... Read more thing for a school. I wouldnt have my kid anywhere else but at Grassy Elementry. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/09/05
This is the best school to my opinion. The teachers are the best as well as the principal. I am glad my children are able to attend grassy elementary. My daughter started out a little behind after we had transfered from a different school, but her kindergarten teacher was able to bring her around.
... Read more I am so proud of her and Mrs Morris. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/23/05
Grassy Elementry is a great school for our children. The Teachers care for thier students and I always feel welcome when I stop by. Mrs. Shelia Cumo has been wonderfull to me and my son as well as Mrs. Jana Kennamer.Dr. Kirkland always has a smile.We look forward to 3rd grade being just as wonderful.It
... Read more means so much when your child likes his teachers and is proud of his report cards. Thanks everyone and Keep up the good work. Read less
* In 2007-2008 Alabama used the Alabama Reading and Mathematics Test (ARMT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math. The ARMT is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Alabama. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
Student enrollment:
348
Students per teacher:
9
Full-time teachers:
37
Number of classrooms:
20
Special Education
Early Childhood Special Needs, Mentally Challenged, Speech/Language Pathologists
Vocational Education
Health, Phys Ed
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creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
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Adult Education Classes
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English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
Arab schools — Grassy Elementary School is located at 2233 Shoal Creek Rd, Arab AL 35016. 2233 Shoal Creek Rd is in the 35016 ZIP code in Arab, AL The school district for Grassy Elementary School is the Marshall County School District. Grassy Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 5.
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