Fantastic teachers and great students... I love Barksdale Elementary! :)
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Posted by a parent on 10/10/09
As a parent of a child at BES, I am saddened to read such ignorance. BES staff teach each child utilizing the same tools regardless of skin color. The admin. should stick together if your child is in the wrong. It takes both the school and parents working together to raise an educated and well behaved
... Read more child. Do your part! The school only has two black teachers because noone had applied for teaching positions there in awhile that were black, and even if they applied - there has to be an opening. Most teachers have been in their career for quite some time, at the same school. My child is white and reaps no extra benefit! The tools, textbooks, and expectations are the same for every child, no matter what their skin color. I'm here to stay too, so let's work together to raise educated children, not bigots! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/29/09
I have had no complaints at all this year. The teachers all seem to be truly concerned about the welfare of my child. I had a concern that I emailed to the guidance counselor. Within two days, I had a message back from the principal addressing my concerns. My child is happy and secure, and learning
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Posted by a parent on 05/07/09
I have had a student at this school since 1998. Now I only have one more year to look forward to , until my youngest moves on to Middle School. The teachers, administrators , teacher assistants , and cafeteria staff are the best. They are all very supportive of the children and only want for
... Read more them to do their best. Everyone knows their role in the process and really steps up to the plate in making magic happen. When my oldest left for Middle School she embarked on an adventure that really has changed her life. Thanks to Barksdale she was ready for it. Now, I am hoping the same for my youngest. If you are looking for a place to live and send your child to public school, this is the place to choose. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/15/09
I am a parent whose fifth grader has attended Barksdale since Kindergarten and at present have a second grader enrolled. I have nothing but praise for this school. I have never encountered any problems with the administrative staff or the teachers in the many years we have been there. I say we because
... Read more Barksdale welcomes the whole family and not just the student. Their primary concern is excellence in education and helping parents encourage and nurture productive citizens in our communities through many community service projects and fundraisers. The success to any school environment is parental involvement at the onset and not as a problem arises. I have not encountered any racial strife or racial tension in my many years as a Barksdale parent and I am a Black woman. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/01/08
I am a retired teacher that taught at Barksdale for over 25 years. This is a school that truly cares about its students and the community. The teachers are hard working and want only the best for their students. The administration is always right there supporting the staff, parents, and students.
... Read more It saddened me to read the review that implied that children/families are treated differently according to their race. Nothing could be further from the truth. It sounds like the reviewer came looking for problems or more likely brought them with her. Folks who wants to live in the Atlanta area knows that they will be living and working in a racially diverse environment. Its a fact of life. Any parent who wants to roll up their sleeve and work with the Barksdale staff to provide the best possible education for their child will be welcomed with open arms. Read less
Posted by a other on 08/13/08
Barksdale is a wonderful place. The teachers, administration and staff are always warm and friendly. I truly beleive that the staff are there for the students and are willing to do whatevr it takes to help. They embrace the changes in Rockdale county and are working together to help ALL students
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Posted by a other on 05/28/08
My children have been at Barksdale for 4 years now and my youngest is in the second grade so we still have a few years left. As a parent, my experience at barksdale has had its up and downs. The administration is difficult to deal with when issues arise with black students, they all stick together. They
... Read more only had one black teacher when my children first started and now they have two. The racial tension at Barksdale is so thick, you notice it as soon as you walk through the door. It has the potential to be a great school for all children but right now it is more beneficial for white students. I hear the complaints and read them in the Rockdale Citizen about the 'type' of people moving here from Dekalb County and how unhappy the original Rockdale community is ... Well leave then!! We are here to stay!! Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/11/08
My son has attended Barksdale from K-5th grade. Overall, it is excellent for a public school. They do a great job with average students. However, very bright children, like my son, are not challenged. Attending 'Program Challenge' once per week is not enough. I found most of his teachers did not
... Read more encourage him to work at his potential. They were content for him to do the minimum required coursework. As a result, my son was often bored at school. However, this is very dependent on the teacher. Parent participation at Barksdale was outstanding. Every meeting or event I attended was standing room only. Students were very well behaved, and school discipline was excellent. Barksdale should remain a great school for the next year or two. With the current influx of people moving to Rockdale from Dekalb county, things will gradually worsen. For now, Barksdale is the best in Rockdale. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/28/06
As a mother I want the absolute best for my children. I went to Barksdale for my elementary career and I am so proud to be able to offer my children the same chance. The school staff makes you glow inside with confidence...they did when I attended and they still do as my daughter attends. I can honestly
... Read more say I would'nt have my children anywhere else, whether it be a public or private school! Barksdale is the best! Read less
School Profile for M G Barksdale Elementary School
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CRCT* Test Scores
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Test Year: 2008
M G Barksdale Elementary School
Rockdale County Public School District
Georgia
* In 2007-2008 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, English language arts and math in grades 1 through 8 and in science and social studies in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
Student enrollment:
540
Students per teacher:
12
Full-time teachers:
46
Number of classrooms:
25
Arts
Art
Special Education
Mentally Challenged, Speech/Language Pathologists
Vocational Education
Phys Ed
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Advanced Placement
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Before/After School
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Gifted and Talented
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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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Conyers schools — M G Barksdale Elementary School is located at 596 Oglesby Bridge Rd Se, Conyers GA 30094. 596 Oglesby Bridge Rd Se is in the 30094 ZIP code in Conyers, GA The school district for M G Barksdale Elementary School is the Rockdale County Public School District. M G Barksdale Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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