My children have been attending since preschool. I just recently had an 8th grade graduate. I can honestly say this school has improved this year. The teachers may be young but they make the school day fun. My sons are in the accelerated classes and love their teachers. The communication is there if
... Read more a parent does their part. The students have agendas and the teachers have an open door policy. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/20/09
The only issue that I would have with the school in general is that I feel it is not as secure as it could be. The visitor passes are a joke and some teachers don't watch the kids as well as they should when walking from one part of the school to another. Many times I see instances of where a child could
... Read more wander off at any time and the teacher wouldn't know about it. They need to be more careful. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/13/09
Don't enroll your child in this school. After two years of disappointment we are pulling ours out. There is little communication between teachers, administration and parents, and what is communicated is usually incorrect. They spend their days flooded with worksheets and the teachers are so young and
... Read more inexperienced they are incapable of taking the time to understand individual learning needs. They dont even grade the homework, we just get it back with a lazy star, even though there are obvious errors. The gifted program is more confusing to the kids because they are trying to teach two grade levels at the same time. Plus, if you pick your child up from school in the afternoons be prepared for total chaos as nobody follows any common sense or respect in the parking lot. You wont make it out without wanting to scream! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/09/09
Things have really changed at this school. The bullying issue has been addressed and son who has a disability really flourished this past year. He was bullied last year but this year the issues was adressed quickly and firmly by his resource teacher. He had a wonderful year academically and made more
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Posted by a parent on 06/04/09
the school has a big bullying problem. and the school seems to be just getting the hang of how many days/hours are in a school year. I think this should have already been handled.
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Posted by a parent on 02/02/08
My child has ADHD issues and neither the teachers or the administration really help. If your child does not fit the mold of 'easy' student this school will greatly disappoint you. I now have to pay out of pocket to get a tutor to re-teach my child what should have been taught at this school. Poor teachers
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Posted by a parent on 04/24/07
My son attended this school for 3rd and 4th grade and for the most part the teachers are good at what they do, however, I would have to also say that there are too many kids and not enough eyes. My son is an only child and had his own attention issues, however with so many kids here he had to pick up
... Read more habits to survive and a lot has to do with lack of parent involvement here; as a result I felt overall that there were too many students to deliver an effective educational curriculum. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/10/07
I cannot believe how much my son who was in pre-school learned so much in just pre-school! He learned all his colors which I was struggling with him he learned shapes he even learned to write his name alittle! I am very impressed with this school and can't wait to see what he learns in kindergarten!
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Posted by a teacher on 08/02/06
Glendale American educated my kindergartener this past school year. I have never been so impressed and proud of what my daughter has accomplished in such a short time. I know that [she] has a positive attitude towards school now because of her wonderful teacher, Mrs. Belangie, and the foundation and
... Read more structure of education in this elementary school. The staff is fantastic! There were loads of activities and events to include the parent in the educational aspect, and also in the fun. They strongly promote parental involvement. As a single mom, finding the time is hard, but all of the events were fun. I can't wait to have my daughter start back in August! Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/25/06
Glendale American has some of the most caring and professional teachers out there. The learning environments they create are safe and enjoyable for children of all ages.
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School Profile for Glendale American Elementary School
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Student enrollment:
933
Students per teacher:
12
Full-time teachers:
77
Number of classrooms:
42
Arts
Art
Computer Science
Computer Science
Special Education
Early Childhood Special Needs, Speech/Language Pathologists
Vocational Education
Phys Ed
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Advanced Placement
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Before/After School
"Extended day" programs where the school day is extended before and after school to accommodate working parents. These programs should not be confused with common after school clubs or athletic activities.
Gifted and Talented
A school system may identify 10% to 15% or more of its student population as gifted and talented. A brief description of each area of giftedness or talent as defined by the Office of Gifted and Talented:
general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
Vocational and/or technical courses offered within a comprehensive school, usually a senior high school.
Special Education Classes
A school or program within a school that provides services and training to students with moderate to severe mental and/or physical disabilities.
Adult Education Classes
Programs offering GED or equivalent courses for adults within regular schools, whether classes are held during evening or daytime schedules.
English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
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Glendale schools — Glendale American Elementary School is located at 8530 N 55th Ave, Glendale AZ 85302. 8530 N 55th Ave is in the 85302 ZIP code in Glendale, AZ The school district for Glendale American Elementary School is the Glendale Elementary School District 40. Glendale American Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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