I recently visited the school to volunteer in my child's classroom. We were constantly interupted by the principal making announcements. When asked how frequently this happens I was told way to often not to mention it was hard to understand what she was saying. There are other ways to get announcements
... Read more out such as email or newsletters that do not interupt the child's learning. We accomplished half of what could have been accomplished. I am becoming more impressed by the teachers daily. They are working hard and really push the kids to the limits. On the other hand the way the principal runs things don't get me excited. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/09/08
I have been very pleased with Rucker Blvd. My daughter has been challenged, not just given A's to appease the parents. I love the teachers and they have been wonderful communicating with me and putting up with my never ending concerns. We are planning to move to a new home in the next year and I am
... Read more hoping to find a place to build where I can stay at this school. I would recommend this school. We have been here since 1st grade now in 4th. It has had it's bumps but you can't expect everything in life to be sugar coated. I would like to comment on the review about safety being number one. What is more important to you as a parent YOUR child being SAFE and in good hands or SMART??? Kind of a no brainer to me. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/02/08
This school is among one of the best in Enterprise. Yes, our students to have to stay in for PE a lot but it is due to the high temperatures. There is no gym so the PE teachers do the best they can by providing exerise videos and having the students participate using the videos while inside. As for
... Read more the schools cleanliness...other principals have brought custodians to RBE to see 'what a clean school looks like'. The school is currently under construction so things may seem out of sorts. Yes...safety is of great concern at RBE. Without your children feeling safe, no education will take place!!! As for the words of the principal...I was at the meeting and the below review took the words out of context. Read less
Posted by a teacher on 08/26/08
I love this school. First off, I would like to say,with all the craziness of the world today, I appreciate the concern for the safety of my children by school faculty and staff. Second, there is no gym. When the weather is very hot or raining they stay inside. Yes, there is a large TV but they put on
... Read more exercise videos and the kids have to paricipate. I see nothing wrong with that. I always feel welcome everytime I step in the building. Teachers have been great to my children and I thank them for that everyday. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/20/08
I have been disappointed with the school. I have been trying to get good communication going with the school but it seems as though I keep getting put off. I am going to give it a little longer then I will make my decision. I agree that the school seems to just ignore the parents.
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Posted by a parent on 02/13/08
Love this school! A lot of one on one interactions with the students.
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Posted by a parent on 10/19/07
I have to agree with the posters making comments about the principal, Jackie Dubose. She is in serious need of 'people skills'. I have been having some concerns with my daughter's reading and have been brushed off by the principal and teachers of this school. Things have gotten so bad that I am considering
... Read more homeschooling. Beware of the school and their policies, although it appears that some of these policies are 'Enterprise School System' policies, so better yet, be weary of the entire district! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/16/07
I want to agree with the parent in reference to the principal Jackie Debose-she displays poor people skills and is very harsh and unprofessional-
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Posted by a parent on 08/13/07
Hello, I have 2 children that go to Rucker Blvd, they have been there since they started school. There are some great teachers at Rucker Blvd, Mrs Caskey, Mrs. Taylor, Mrs. Slaughter, Mrs. Oliver, Mrs. Rhodes, and Mrs. Christy Hixson these are ladies that care about the kids in there class and make
... Read more sure that you are always informed. I can say this because theses are the teachers that my children have had. I will say to any parent if you want to be informed let it be known in the beginning and don't back down. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/17/07
My son has been going here for almost three years now. We love them! The teachers and other staff are so friendly and approachable. I also enjoy volunteering as much as possible in this wonderful environment.
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Enterprise schools — Rucker Blvd Elementary School is located at 209 Regency Dr, Enterprise AL 36330. 209 Regency Dr is in the 36330 ZIP code in Enterprise, AL The school district for Rucker Blvd Elementary School is the Enterprise City School District. Rucker Blvd Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 6.
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