The staff is kind, caring and loves the kids like a school should. They are always on top of a students progress. If a child is in need of extra help they put forth all the effort possible to get that extra help. The special needs department is great with all the handicapped children there. I love
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Posted by a parent on 10/04/09
We recently relocated from Pelham to get our son into Helena schools and have been 100% satisfied with our decision. He has shown tremendous improvement at this school, his teachers have been very knoweldgeable and experienced, which says a lot in our children's education. We are extremely happy with
... Read more Ms. Cooper, the principal, who seems to go the extra mile with our children's best interest, rather than another agenda. The city is really growing, and our recommendations from fellow Heleneans to relocate here was perfect and we're very glad we made the change. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/07/09
We moved to Alabama from another state. The reputation of Helena is why we came to this town! The county was rated high as were the schools! I heard all great things from the school and read some nice reviews. Nothing is the same! I had very high expectations for this school and staff to meet, and
... Read more unfortunately they have failed miserablely! Even the people in the community surprised me at the parent night, cheering when the principal anounced NO spelling tests! What kind of school system does not encourage that? My child is very discouraged about school because many policies are much different than what he is used to. He has begged me to let him stay home because of teachers attitude towards 'punishment'. I am very unhappy with the decision I made and the situation that I have placed my child in. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/11/08
After having 2 children attending HES at the same time (they are 2 years apart), I feel somewhat qualified to offer my opinion of the school/teachers. I must say, when we first moved to Helena I was a bit apprehensive about the quality of education my children might receive (we moved from Homewood).
... Read more I am happy to say now that both of my kids have moved on from HES to HIS, and I have NO complaints! The teachers my kids had at HES were wonderful, caring, and professional. One of my children has some learning disabilities, and the teachers were WONDERFUL at helping her succeed! I feel that there is no other school that could have done any better than HES to prepare my children academically and socially. I must admit, I am a little sad that my youngest has 'graduated' to HIS as I will miss all the HES folks! Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/09/08
Our experience with this school was average at best. Brining our son into first grade from pre-K and K @ a private school, we were disappointed with the lack of challenge by the teachers and lack of understanding by the principal. If your child is average then this is the school for you. Don't expect
... Read more much if your children are far above or below the mean, as this school seems to have limited resources and/or interest in deviating from their mediocre standards. We have since moved to another school district, and will hopefully see our child once again enthusiastic about learning again in this new environment. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/24/07
Helena Elementary school is nestled in a small community and is the type of school where everyone knows everyone.If your child doesn't have any special needs it is a perfect fit.I have one child who excels at everything,does well,learns a great deal, and loves the school. On the other hand, I have another
... Read more child with mild autism and there are minimal services available for him.If your child has any special needs I would not put your child in the shelby county school district.If you look at the school report cards you will see the startling scores for yourself.Hoover seems to have better schools for special needs. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/31/07
I've had 2 children now in HES and we've never had anything but good experiences. The teachers are fantastic and seem to really challenge the kids. The principal stands her own-which isn't easy when everyone thinks their kid can't do any wrong, but it's easy to see she loves the kids and always does
... Read more what's in their best interest. The parents are also very involved in the school. Nothing but thumbs up for HES from me. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/11/06
One of my children has already gone through HES, and I currently have a child in first grade there. I would give the school very high ratings all around. Every teacher we have had has been excellent, and truly care about our children. They have been very open and make sure we are involved in our child's
... Read more education 100%. I have never had a problem with the administration or the office staff. Whenever I have been at the school, everyone is extremely friendly and eager to make me feel at home. My children both loves HES, and the older one loves coming back to visit her old teachers! Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/15/06
I have had 2 children that have already gone throught HES, and one there in first grade right now. What an awesome school! I can't say enough good things about the faculty. All of my kids' teachers have been terrific, and truly have cared about my kids' success, both in school and in life. Parental involvement
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Posted by a parent on 02/14/06
Both my children have gone to HES. We have had good experiences with some teacher and some horrific ones. The office staff is snooty and will make you stand there for 5 min before they notice you are standing there. If you have children with educational needs it seems imposible to get appropriate help.
... Read more They seem to do the min but not go the extra mile they brag about going, to help a child truly succeed. My childs teacher is outstanding but she doesn't have the administrative support to do what she needs to do to help my child. Read less
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English as Second Language
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Helena schools — Helena Elementary School is located at 187 3rd St, Helena AL 35080. 187 3rd St is in the 35080 ZIP code in Helena, AL The school district for Helena Elementary School is the Shelby County School District. Helena Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 2.
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