We moved here from another country in Europe and our child loved this school from the start. We were very lucky with our home room and math teachers who were exceptionally great in so many ways. The art and music teachers are terrible and discouraging. Mrs. Romans the principal has been approachable
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Posted by a parent on 08/11/09
Four Peaks has provided a challenging and effective program for my gifted daughter. Their 'whole child' approach has helped her be a well rounded, curious, excited learner. There are many choices available, but Four Peaks is the best choice for families who want their child to not only be taught, but
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Posted by a parent on 07/30/09
My 3rd Grade daughter goes to this school. I think the Principle Mrs. Roman is wonderful. She is definitely is involved, cares and is really on top of things. I also find her to have things well organized and if there is a problem she gets right to the source and is easy to communicate with. As with
... Read more any school the luck of the draw with a teacher is key and plays a large roll in your child's education and motivation. Some at this school are excellent and some are qualified but not as nurturing but over all I think it is a great school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/01/07
When we came to this school, the principal had a meeting with me and my son to get a feel for what class he would fit into best. I was very impressed with Principal Romans and I still am. I think she knows the kids and cares about the quality of education. We came from California schools and I believe
... Read more this school is a lot better acedemically. They also try to round the child character with Christian values. They try to teach organization by encouraging use of an agenda. I think this is great! They also try teach the kids responsibility. Overall, I believe it is a very positive learning environment. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/08/07
Teachers: great. Extra curricular activities: lots. Principal: unresponsive to parents.
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Posted by a parent on 07/05/06
Quality academic programs with available extracurricular activities and a fair level of parent involvement.
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Posted by a parent on 07/22/05
Four Peaks has been a good environment for both of our children. They lack extracurricular activities to enhance their imagination. Parent involvement is very high.
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Posted by a parent on 05/13/05
Both my children have gone to school here. Seems like every grade had teachers that are considered 'avoid at all costs' by most parents. In one case, so many children transfered out of a teachers class at the request of the parents that other teachers were forced to handle the extra load of kids.
... Read more Some teachers are wonderful, but some are very negative and disorganized and I've seen cases where teachers blame the student for their disorganization. The good teachers seem to leave the schools in this district for greener pastures. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/23/04
We have been, w/ 2 other children, K-12 in another school district, in another state. Doesn't compare to Four Peaks. Great school, great staff & this school is great for my child, as she is getting an awesome education thanks to Four Peaks!!! Also, the leadership of the Principal & Vice Principal is
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Fountain Hls schools — Four Peaks Elementary School is located at 17300 E Calaveras Ave, Fountain Hls AZ 85268. 17300 E Calaveras Ave is in the 85268 ZIP code in Fountain Hls, AZ The school district for Four Peaks Elementary School is the Fountain Hills Usd 98. Four Peaks Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels 3 - 5.
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