My son's attended this school for four years and with the exception of one teacher we didn't quite see eye-to-eye with our experiences with Harrison have been wonderful. Everyone from the office staff to the Principal has treated us and our son with care and the utmost respect. Keep it up Tigers!!!
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Posted by a parent on 01/01/09
I just relocated from the Los Angeles area. I understand that some parents aren't happy with the school system or Harrison, however I believe that this is a challenge for all involved. We, as parents, can not expect the school system to be solely responsible for the education of our children. If you
... Read more see something you don't like then volunteer. Actively participate so that we can change things together for a more positive learning experience. I understand that its not always possibly to volunteer. I understand that single parents don't always have this luxury. I'm a single mother and I take my daughter's education seriously. She's learning. Harrison isn't perfect however I believe that the staff and administration are doing their best. And the school is doing a great job in dealing with all of the budget cuts. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/18/08
My daughter is a 4th grader and has attended Harrison since kindergarten. Each year we've been very pleased. Her teachers have been very accessable for any and all questions or concerns. Our principal is very visible and involved. Our monthly family nights are fun and creative. I'm a full time working
... Read more mother and while I can't be as involved with the school as I would like, I'm confident she is being well educated and cared for by the Harrison staff. Go, Super Tigers! Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/18/07
My Son is in the 4th Grade at Harrison we moved here from the LA school Dis. He went from hating school to loving it. He loves his teacher and for once he actually wants to learn. Thanks a Bunch Ms.D
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Posted by a parent on 10/17/07
We are going on our 3rd year at Harrison and I can't say enough about the teachers especially in this day and age of public schools. We have been at every end - my son is basic in the beginning of the year and proficient by the end. He has encountered bullies and had the split grade classroom. The
... Read more school is operating to the best of their ability and as a parent you have to put into a school what you want to get out of it. I am a full time working mom and each year when I volunteer in the classrooms it is the same handful of parents helping. As parents we need to realize how overcrowded, financially strapped, and the political correctness the schools are trying to function with. My son loves Harrison and we look forward to sending our younger son next year. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/19/06
I think some of the teachers allow themselves to be tested by the students(kids want to see how much they can get away with), before doing anything. I have see it over and over again, not just with my child but with others. Some of the teachers stop it right away others wait till its out of hand and
... Read more then expect the parents to fix it. Why don't the teachers notify the parents right away? I really like the school but have been seeing changes I don't agree with or like. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/19/06
One subject that is not addressed here is the bullying at harrison. When the principal and asst. Principal keep getting the same complaints about the same bulliers you think they would put and end to it but it seems to just be ignored . Use your words, walk away. That is great if it really worked but
... Read more it does not with these certain bullies. No wonder more parents are homeschooling now! and I agree this school is just mostly concerned with high test scores. I used to volunteer not anymore! Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/11/06
My child has been successful at this school and I plan on keeping him there for through fifth grade.
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Posted by a parent on 03/05/06
Harrison Elementary allows for a poor education by insisting upon multiple grades in a single classroom. I have a second grade student who is recieving the very same education that he completed last year. The school alone is not to blame; however, the Riverside School Board will is equally un responsive.
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Posted by a parent on 01/13/06
Harrison focuses so much of their attention on the kids who do well (so as to insure funding through high test scores)that the kids who are seriously struggling fall through the cracks. I have two children at Harrison. One who helps to keep their test scores high and one who struggles and simply gets
... Read more pushed further and further behind because of this type of thinking. With 35+ students and two grade levels in one classroom the teachers are spread too thin to provide her with the help she needs. What ever happened to one on one help and special classes for kids like this? At Harrison they don't exist! So if your child is exceptionaly bright, the excellerated curriculum and test-focused mind set of Harrison could be just right for you. If you have an academically normal,or especially academically challenged child, please stear clear. They don't have time for you. Read less
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Riverside schools — Harrison Elementary School is located at 2901 Harrison St, Riverside CA 92503. 2901 Harrison St is in the Arlington Heights neighborhood and 92503 ZIP code in Riverside, CA The school district for Harrison Elementary School is the Riverside Unified School District. Harrison Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 6.
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