Cheyenne teaches using the traditional method. Recent brain based research has proved that this method of teaching has a retention rate of 10-15%. These kids are doing well on tests, then completely forgetting everything. Their individuality is taken away with the wearing of uniforms. If good test scores
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Posted by a parent on 08/29/09
I disagree with most of the new message posted today. Our two oldest daughters are in the first- and third-grades in Cheyenne, and we feel extremely lucky to be part of such a fantastic school. My biggest gripe with today's post is; 'Recent brain based research has proved that this method of teaching
... Read more has a retention rate of 10-15%.' I believe it's lazy and irresponsible to point to 'research' to back up an argument without referencing the source. The traditional methods taught at Cheyenne are based on 'building' upon previous knowledge. This wouldn't be possible if 85-90% of all that was learned in the previous years was 'forgotten.' If the above 'research' held true, wouldn't the test scores at Cheyenne start to deteriorate around the second or third grades? Very clearly, this isn't the case. Finally, I am so thankful the students wear uniforms. It forces the children to be creative when expressing their individuality, and it eliminates the major cause of economic/class competition in schools. You don't see any ponies or alligators on the shirts at Cheyenne; it's the school logo, or nothing. Cheyenne does demand a lot from parents. Right now, with a first- and third-grader, I am spending 45 minutes to an hour each day monitoring their homework, phonograms, and reading. I am concerned about how much of my day will be consumed once my oldest is in eighth grade, and all four of our children are there. Also, there is a lot of pressure on parents to volunteer. Time is a valuable commodity for all parents, and some don't have as much as others. Otherwise, I think Cheyenne is the best school in the state, public or private. But it's a school of choice, and probably not for everyone. If parents do not agree with the traditional philosophy, Cheyenne is the wrong choice for their children. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/29/09
Well run. I am amazed at the talent level in the classroom and the sense of community.
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Posted by a parent on 10/22/08
Cheyenne is a good school and if you like the traditional style of learning (memorize memorize memorize till the kids have it perfect) then you would this school. The emphasis on making sure kids produce high test scores is huge. It is apparent that they seem to care more about test scores than students
... Read more (thus the big bullying problem at school). We will not be returning to Cheyenne next year. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/21/08
Cheyenne is a K-8 school and is formatted to traditional education. Uniforms are required and eliminate the unrelenting need to monitor your childrens wardrobe on a daily basis. The parent involvement and the teachers at the school create a special campus environment throughout 8th grade.
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Posted by a parent on 04/21/08
Our family is thrilled with Cheyenne. The teachers are wonderful. Our child is thriving in a wonderfully positive learning environment. He loves school! The amazingly high test scores reflect the school's high expectations for our children.
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Posted by a parent on 03/27/08
I have a first grader in Cheyenne, and I feel blessed that we were able to get her in. The quality of instruction and the depth of knowledge and confidence that she has gained through the traditional education model has been outstanding.
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Posted by a parent on 03/25/08
This School is struggling, the teachers, and staff can't handle any problems, and all they are doing is focusing on accademics
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Posted by a student on 03/15/08
horrible school teachers are not properly trained at all
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Posted by a parent on 02/25/08
This school is not a traditional school in the the true sense. It is a very rigid, strict and military style environment which caters primarily to those students and families who would sacrifice friends, family, creativity, individuality and extra curricular activities for high academic achievement.The
... Read more learning process should occur in the classroom. Your child will receive his or her education at home , each night after school, when you spend 3 to 4 hours helping them to complete their homework. The school uses the Spalding method to teach reading. Unfortunately there is very little focus on oral reading fluency. I hope your child learns to read fluently...please note that the reading test scores do not measure oral reading fluency and therefore do not reflect it. Read less
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Scottsdale schools — Cheyenne Traditional Elementary School is located at 11130 E Cholla St, Scottsdale AZ 85259. 11130 E Cholla St is in the 85259 ZIP code in Scottsdale, AZ The school district for Cheyenne Traditional Elementary School is the Scottsdale Unified School District 48. Cheyenne Traditional Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 8.
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