just very poor quality. Wish it can go back to the way it used to be.
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Posted by a other on 08/19/09
I currently have 2 kids that attend BB Harris and to make this discussion short and sweet there isn't any thing special about BB Harris. Dr. Burton shouldn't be there. That's all I am going to say you have to meet her to fully understand what I am saying.
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Posted by a parent on 03/09/09
I also have one child that goes to B.B. Harris. I am very displeased as to what has happened this school year. I plan on taking my daughter out before the end of the year. I have voiced my concerns to the principal and have not felt any better. Next step, the school board.
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Posted by a parent on 02/27/09
I now have two students at BB Harris. I don't know if the new administration is to blame or whether it's some other issue, but I am becoming less pleased with the school each day. There is an air of complacency and the level of teaching seems to have declined within the past two years. BB Harris is not
... Read more the warm, inviting school that it once was. Fortunately, my family and I will be moving outside of the school district this fall. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/26/09
My name is Denise Bucy and I taught at B.B.Harris from 2003-2007 under the leadership of principal, Nancy Hammond. From a teacher's perspective working at B.B. Harris was the ultimate experience. There was a sense of community & the children were happy and the staff morale was the highest I had ever
... Read more seen. The credit goes to Nancy Hammond for making a place for children who are allowed to be children and fuel their desire to learn. Parents were always welcome & were seen regularly at the school; working in the classroom, planning events, coming to lunch, etc. The only reason I left B.B. Harris last year was due to Dr. Burton. The fear factor was immed'ly put into place by Dr. Burton and her rule of intimidation tactics.She uses the 'big stick' policy. Teachers are leaving in droves. I would NEVER put my children in a school with Dr. Burton. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/20/08
Harris used to be a warm, inviting school. With the addition of the new administration, I no longer feel that way. My child is feeling the pressures that the teachers are sending off unintentionally. I have no quams with the education my child is getting, just with the way the school is now run.
... Read more There are many unhappy people around there and I am afraid all the familiar faces will be a thing of the past. What made Harris so special is the feeling of community and familiarity. My children could always go back and see one of their old teachers. It's a sad, sad thing for our small school. I know my child is cared for by the teachers there, but I am not so sure about the new administration. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/22/07
I am new to the state of GA. My daughter and I moved here from Orlando, FL. So far BB Harris Elementary is an okay school by way of academics. However, I am not pleased with the administration at this school. I have had several issues regarding my daughter and getting her the help she needs in Mathematics.
... Read more I have tried several ways at home to help her and I am currently trying to find her a tutor. I have expressed concern to this administration and they seem to think she is doing fine. I do not call a U in math 'doing fine'. I am very displeased with the administration but I am very pleased with the material she is learning. I just wish they cared about my daughter receiving the material. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/05/07
The learning environment is excellent at Harris. The children seem to be always smiling and happy when I visit the school. The teachers are awesome and the principal is great. My child loves to go to school at Harris and did not even want to be off for summer!
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Posted by a parent on 07/14/05
Harris Elementary is an excellent school. They have great teachers, and a great principal, that are committed to bringing out the best in every child. I have 3 kids in K,1 and 3rd grade. My experience with the school is that they continue to explore new ideas and ways to bring out the best in each child.
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Posted by a parent on 05/20/04
I have one child who finished elementary at BB Harris and another that currently enrolled. All children are encouraged to excel from their current learning level. Each child is valued for who they are individually and encouraged to be the best they can be. The teachers are highly skilled and work hard
... Read more to bring out the best in each child. The principal, Nancy Hammond, is kind and takes her responsibility seriously. She genuinely recognizes the important role she plays in the lives of the students and the teachers entrusted in her care. She is a great example of a leader. My children were well prepared to move to the next level in their education process at the end of each term. I am thankful for the education and life experiences provided so lovingly by the team at BB Harris Elementary. Read less
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Duluth schools — B B Harris Elementary School is located at 3123 Claiborne Dr Nw, Duluth GA 30096. 3123 Claiborne Dr Nw is in the 30096 ZIP code in Duluth, GA The school district for B B Harris Elementary School is the Gwinnett County Public School District. B B Harris Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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