i love D.A.T.E. Not only is it a great school but the moral is like an extended family. our parent participation is awesome. no matter what they are asked to do they are there and ready to work.
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Posted by a parent on 10/08/09
Dekalb Academy! Wow! The school has moved into a new facility, which only enhances the instructional focus and brands the school as an icon of exceptionality. The leadership is poweful and infectious with the Headmaster being a model for teachers, students, and parents. As a new parent, I am even elated
... Read more at the amount of involvement that takes place at the school. I know that the mission of the school will be accomplished. I am proud to be a parent Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/16/09
We have been blessed to have our children attend this school, and our children have been blessed to be here. This is our third year at D.A.T.E. Academy. If you are looking for a school that offers a good, solid academic curriculum, then D.A.T.E. Academy is the place for you. The children wear uniforms
... Read more here which adds a degree of class. This school offers an excellent balance between academics and extracurricular activities. The teachers, office staff, and administrators are caring and exceptional at what they do. They really love their careers, and it shows. It is an atmosphere where the Headmaster supports and encourages the teachers. The parents are involved in every aspect of the school and its programs. It has been a very positive experience for my elementary and middle school children. Without a doubt this school will continue to thrive and WILL become the top charter school in Georgia. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/31/09
I write as a parent and a teacher. DATE Academy is a unique school. We're a humble charter school, but we boast a beautiful lake and environment that complements our school focus. We have dedicated teachers, great leadership, and wonderful parents. We are constantly challenging ourselves as teachers
... Read more to motivate and engage our students, to look at our weaknesses and build our strengths. I am proud to be both a parent and teacher with DATE Academy. Read less
Posted by a teacher on 04/09/08
I am so pleased with D.A.T.E. Leadership from the Headmaster is exceptional along with the faculty and staff. Students are engaged and really learning the concepts of learning. This school gives you the feeling of a private school with much involvement and parents as involved stakeholders. Students are
... Read more responsible and are given the opportunity to have a choice in how they learn-very different than public school. With the first year ending, look out Dekalb County and others. This is a model school for others . Great year D.A.T.E. Thanks for educating me and my children with Relationships, Relevance, and Rigor! Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/26/07
We feel that finding this school has been a true blessing for our child and ourselves as parents. We too come from a Private School environment and their is no comparing in our opinion. Headmaster Wills has a vision and you can see materializing. The entire is staff makes the students and parents feel
... Read more like family. They make you want to be involved, so the mandatory 20 vounteer hours a month are a breeze. This is my child's first and I'm glad she's already there because applicants are now pouring in. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/12/07
I really love this school. My child really loves this school this has been the best choice for my child. Coming from a private school this was the best option for me. The school has a small classroom size for student to teacher ratio. Great leadership with the Headmaster and the board of directors these
... Read more are people who really care about children. I have been with the school for two years. It scary at first by I am so glad we stuck it out. Now everyone wants their child with D.A.T.E. Coming from a private school to a public school D.A.T.E is very impressive. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/22/07
This school is the best!! two weeks after school started my son was accepted to a theme school. After meeting with some of the faculty of the other school, we both knew d.A.T.E. Was the best choice for him. At d.A.T.E its not just about test scores and rules. Its about developing the child as a whole!
... Read more each and every teacher has a heart for the children and obviously love what they do! the kids can tell the difference. The head master is exemplary! very progressive and very hands on with the children. He doesn't present himself as the wizard in the land of oz! he is the leader who cares and shows it. He is involved personally with the children. Overall d.A.T.E. Is second to none! Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/30/06
I love this school. The children get a chance to learn out of the box and out in nature. There is a lot of parent participation in this school, as 20 a month is mandatory. This way you know what is going on in the classroom. They instill values in the children instead of just math, science, or history.
... Read more My daughter is a first grader and I see the difference in her already. This will be a family tradition to go to DeKalb Academy for my other children. They even have the lunch catered for the kids. Everyone is friendly and they always welcome you. Go ahead and check it out, you may like what you see. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/26/06
I have a Kindergartner & a 3rd grader at this school. This is their first year, however it will not be their last! This school is the best by far. The children enjoy learning, the staff is 110% professional and Oh! the Technology! No Bureaucratic Barriers here! This school provides the best learning
... Read more environment for our children. I am proud that my children are students and this school and my students are proud to be students at Dekalb Academy of Technology and the Environment. Keep up the Great Work Headmaster Wills and the all of the dedicated staff and diligent Board of Directors. I must not forget the other dedicated parents, we are so blessed. Seeing is Believing! Read less
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Test Year: 2008
Dekalb Academy - Tech and Environ
Dekalb County 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.
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Lithonia schools — Dekalb Academy - Tech and Environ is located at 1833 Stone Mtn/lithonia, Lithonia GA 30058. 1833 Stone Mtn/lithonia is in the 30058 ZIP code in Lithonia, GA The school district for Dekalb Academy - Tech and Environ is the Dekalb County School District. Dekalb Academy - Tech and Environ is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 8.
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