I worried about my child attending Harvest because of the talks about the principal. I have not directly had to deal with her but I feel there is a little tension between the teachers and the principal. I have not encountered a teacher I did not like. They are exceptional and are the ones that work
... Read more with your children and do a wonderful job. And on another note, I have never seen parent participation so LOW in a school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/05/09
I am very pleased at the education my son has been giving over the past 4 years he has been attending this school. I have not any better teachers than the ones at Harvest Elementary. The ones that I speek of are not there anymore, but when my son and I see them out they always speak to us wherever
... Read more we might be.I also have not had the pleasure of my third grade sons teacher to come to his baseball game on his day off.That truly ment alot to us,and we will never forget that special moment. Again I say keep up the good work,and keep doing what you do best. Thank-you, Mr. Kennedy, and Mrs. Waring. You have really impacted our life. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/06/08
There is a very palpable, negative atmosphere at this school. The principal is condescending, and talks down to parents. Parents are not welcome in the classroom -- not because of the teachers, by the way. We've been there two years, and both of my child's teachers said we were welcome to drop in anytime.
... Read more Unfortunately, you can't get past the front desk, so, in reality, you aren't welcome anytime. Believe me, if I could quit work, I would home school my child. And, we aren't novice parents -- this is our youngest child's school, we have kids in college, and we've lived all over the US as a military family. This is among the worst schools we've ever encountered. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/14/07
Harvest has a huge turnover in teachers and staff members. I know each one has there own reason/excuse for leaving. As a parent, this is very alarming to me as why new staff and teachers can not stay for more than 1-2 years in a row. Music/Art classes are held for only 30 min./week and are always
... Read more the first thing to be cut/skipped in order to have school assemby, fundaisers ect. There are too many children in PE at one time. P.E. class seems to be more organized than in previous years. The overall feeling of the school is one of keeping up appearances and not higher education. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/17/07
I wish my curiousity hadn't led me to check this site again. It was discouraging to read the posts about the problems at Harvest with the Principal from two years ago and realize that the same problems still exist. Teachers work in fear of their jobs, reliable volunteers and competant staff are driven
... Read more away by the constant harrassment. PTA has been the best in five years. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/09/07
I would like to say I am pleased with Harvest School! I have two children who attend. I work full time and haven't gotten to help out much. I want to Thank all the parents, grandparents and other family memebers who have taken the time to work with our kids! Thank you to those who go on the field trips
... Read more with the classes to keep it fun and safe. We use the after school care program, and yes a few years ago the program wasn't the best and there were problems. This year seems to be alot better. Once again thanks to all the people who take the time to make it better. I am pleased with how the program is shaping up. Harvest is a great school with great teachers! Thank You for all that you have done! Keep up the Good Work! Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/08/05
My children just started Harvest Elementary. The administration and faculty identified and addressed the special needs of my child within the first two weeks of school. This is a battle I fought with Madison Elementary for over a year to recognize the nature of my child's educational needs. No one
... Read more teacher can be given credit as all teachers and the principal were interested and compassionate concerning his needs. Without any posturing from me, the principal called me within two days, introduced herself and asked if she could proceed with testing for my child. After turning me over to the special education coordinator, she then called back in a few days to see if everything was proceeding to my satisfaction. I am immensely grateful to the principal and faculty for taking action that Madison City failed/neglected to accomplish in years. I wish more administrators and faculty were of this caliber. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/24/05
I have been very pleased with Harvest school and the Principal. I have always loved the teachers that my children have had. I have volunteered at this school numerous times and have never felt unwanted. You probably are using this as a way to justify your'e guilt for not being at the school more. I think
... Read more that all of these comments are being left by 4 or 5 of the same people who probably have problematic children. If the school is so bad and you are so unhappy, then maybe you should be a better parent and remove your child from public school all together. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/16/05
Harvest Elementary is a good school, however, it could be an excellent school if we had fair leadership. This site of reviews gives a clear example of what goes on at Harvest. Those who are in the 'in' crowd feel as though everything is wonderful. Those who are not welcomed at the school feel things
... Read more could be better. I, too, have 2 children who attend Harvest. I have tried to volunteer, I have taken concerns to the principal, I have participated in PTA - however, for some reason I don't fit the bill to become accepted. I have heard the teacher talk about the meetings, expectations and more. All students and parents should be treated fair. This does not happen. Suggestion - treat every student fair. Treat teachers like professionals, not kids. Make Harvest a welcome place to all. Allow parents to participate always. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/14/05
The principal at Harvest is very professional and has high expectations for her staff. She has a vision to see her staff grow professionally and to improve the quality of instruction at this school.I have seen much growth at this school in the last year to promote positive changes. I have 2 children
... Read more at this school and I have been very pleased with the quality of the education and the dedication of their teachers. This is a great school! I have been in administration and it is difficult managing people. Support your principal instead of slandering her and her efforts. 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:
575
Students per teacher:
11
Full-time teachers:
51
Number of classrooms:
29
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Special Education
Early Childhood Special Needs, Gifted Students, Mentally Challenged, Speech/Language Pathologists
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Harvest schools — Harvest Elementary School is located at 8845 Wall Triana Hwy, Harvest AL 35749. 8845 Wall Triana Hwy is in the 35749 ZIP code in Harvest, AL The school district for Harvest Elementary School is the Madison County School District. Harvest Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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