The teachers at Carter Elementary School are creative, hard-working and involved.
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Posted by a parent on 10/04/09
I have been a parent at Carter , this will be the 6th year. Both my girls love it and every year they get better and better. With one of my girls this being her last year --I plan on staying here for the next 3 years with my youngest. Great PTO and the teachers every year are the best teacher for each
... Read more of my girls. And there is no waiting list or Pressure to volunteer. I do so with no contract and at my own time. Thank you Carter for such a wonderful education for my two daughters Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/04/08
I absolutely love this school all my children now have gone to this school and excelled here! Great caring and professional teachers here!
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Posted by a parent on 08/31/08
I'm very greatful that my daughter is able to attend this school. She is currently in second grade and feels very happy at this school, her two cousins are also in second grade but in different classrooms. The teachers are excellent and I'm thankful for all the extra effort that PTO provides for all
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Posted by a parent on 04/10/08
My child was formerly at a charter school in the district and I have seen no decline in their academic perfomance since coming to Carter School. The staff and leadership here are very prgressive and innovative in helping the students learn and take on a desire for learning. They are true academic professionals.
... Read more Music, art and sports have not fell by the wayside here as budget cuts have hit hard across the state. Carter maintains these activities as important parts of their student's overall education. The Accelerated Reading program is very motivational to the student's reading achivement and gives them confidence to succeed in other academic areas and should be a must at every school. Parent involvement here is very high for those parents who do become actively involved in their children's education and have a positive attitude towards helping their child learn. To Carter Staff - Keep up the good work! Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/03/06
The teachers at Carter are amazing!! All three of my kids have gone to this school.We are happy with the school overall, but it is definitely this group of dedicated and wonderful teachers that has kept us here!
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Posted by a parent on 11/01/06
Carter is a wonderful school! The amount of staff/parent support is phenomenal. My children are receiving a top notch education as evidenced by their academic achievement and excitement for learning. My husband and I moved to this area four years ago and made sure to buy a home within Carter's boundaries
... Read more and I am so glad we did. As with any campus, there are days that are much busier than others, but the staff, students and numerous parent volunteers make it all work. Anyone who has spent any amount of time on campus would see the devotion of Carter's administrators, teachers and volunteers. Yeah, Cougars! Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/30/06
The office staff was obnoxiously difficult to work with during the registration process. The after school pick up is chaotic and frightfully dangerous. The children are herded to the parking lot under the trees and minimally supervised. Organization seems to be a giant weakness, and safety doesn't
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Posted by a parent on 09/08/06
Academic programs are wonderful here. My son had Ms. Jacobson for 2nd grade. At the end of the year he's reading at a 5th grade level and mastered all tests. Extracurricular activities were limited, but i think with budget cuts they're going to be regardless. My main concern was the academic achievement,
... Read more and Carter surpasses 9 out of 10 schools in the county, so i was happy. my child went from attending a private elementary school where they wanted to hold him back in kindergarten, then he attended carter and made a complete turn around. He's now an exceptional student. yes, the parents are snooty, but look at the area...and it's not a reflection on carter teachers or staff. The teachers have been very down to earth and just want what's best for the kids. You go, Carter. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/29/06
great school, great teachers, great parents all very dedicated.
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Palm Desert schools — James Earl Carter School is located at 74-251 Hovley Ln, Palm Desert CA 92260. 74-251 Hovley Ln is in the 92260 ZIP code in Palm Desert, CA The school district for James Earl Carter School is the Desert Sands Unified School District. James Earl Carter School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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