I see below that a teacher is upset by the fact that the parents at Sweet Apple are involved. Isn't that the duty of a parent? Stay involved, communicate with the teacher and administration when needed, and support them when possible. I dare say the schools that do not have the parental involvement
... Read more also have problems with test scores and discipline. No school is perfect and not all parents make good decisions. Best wishes on finding the perfect environment you are searching for - it does not exist. Perhaps you need to change your attitude and develop your skills to overcome challenges. Sweet Apple is a wonderful school - the staff, administration, and PTA plan to continue to keep it that way. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/17/09
Sweet Apple is an excellent school. The teachers are very supportive of the children and they effectively communicate to parents how their children are and what areas they need to look out for. The atmosphere is very positive and I am very happy with my child's progress.
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Posted by a parent on 07/15/09
SAE met and exceeded our expectations in most areas. The quality of the teachers is exceptional. The enrichment programs are wonderful. There is constant and open communication between parents and teachers. Parents are active in the classrooms. Overall, a great place school for our children.
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Posted by a parent on 07/12/08
SAE is without a doubt a 'parent-centered' school. I have never taught in an environment where the teachers are constantly questioned about everything and rarely backed up by the administration. The teachers at SAE are wonderful and dedicated to the students. Never holding children accountable doesn't
... Read more help them in the long run and I know the children of SAE are not being taught in the way they should to help them to not only pass tests, but be good people as well. If you are a teacher looking for a job, SAE will judge you, hold you to impossible standards (as far as dealing with the parents are concerned) and the same rules do not apply for everyone. If that sounds like what you signed up for, then have a blast! Read less
Posted by a teacher on 02/13/08
Sweet Apple has a very friendly Principal and Assistant Principal. I am just amazed that they can keep the names of their 900 students straight. They do a great job! It is common for me to see the Assistant Principal outside greeting the students when they arrive. What a nice touch! The school and PTA
... Read more has been investing heavily in Activboard technology which is great. The only thing I can think of that needs some improvement would be the custodial work. The building is new but would benefit from a deep cleaning and bathroom maintenance. I think this is to be expected from time to time when you are serving the number of students that Sweet Apple has. I have confidence that Administration will proactively work on this. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/20/07
We tried Sweet Apple Elem. for 2 years, my son is dyslexic and has Receptive/ Expressive Disorder (a diagnosis that is fairly common these days)The 1st year he had a great resource teacher and we were impressed, unfortunately the 2nd year was a train wreck. His teacher didn't seem to have the training.
... Read more He did make all A's and 1 B in math, so we thought maybe things would work out but he failed the CRCT testing. I don't understand how that happens. Worst of all I went to the school to set up a meeting with the School Counselor and I can't get her to call me back let alone set up a meeting. We have since moved our son to The Swift School and in a few weeks he has progressed significantly. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/30/07
Our girls have completed a total of 10 years at Sweetapple. We've been very pleased. It's a great school. The administration is wonderful and most of our teachers have been superb.
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Posted by a parent on 09/28/07
My son is now in the third grade at SAE, and we are very pleased with the school and the teachers. We moved here from out of state when he was going into 1st, and it was not an easy transition for him. He was not on the same level as the other 1st graders and Sweet Apple took their time with him to make
... Read more sure he rose up to the level of the class. I have made some wonderful friendships with the teachers. I feel that my son is in the best school for him. You can find everything a child needs, no matter what level they are at, at this great school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/07/07
My children have attended Sweet Apple for 4 years. We could not be more pleased with the teachers and the administration. My kids have always felt safe, and we feel they are challenged academically. The art and music programs are superior to our old school, and the program for gifted kids is terrific.
... Read more I do feel they need a little more recess. The research I have seen indicates that recess is connected to academic success in the primary grades. They can only pay attention for so long w/o a break. Discipline has gotten much better since the new Assistant Principal has come on board, as has cleanliness throughout the building. The only complaint I have is that the PTA is very cliquish, and if you do not live in the right neighborhoods, you are pretty much cut off. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/16/05
My child has been at the school for 3 years. The quality of teacher has varied from year to year. This is due, in part, to the loss of a very good assistant principal, and 2 years of good teachers leaving to follow him. I rate the teacher quality lower than I would have a year ago due to the loss
... Read more of good teachers, and the replacement by new to teaching teachers, rather than experienced ones. There is significant parental involvement in the classrooms, but as others have said, that too can vary depending on the receptiveness of the teacher to that involvement. Read less
* 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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Roswell schools — Sweet Apple Elementary School is located at 12025 Etris Rd, Roswell GA 30075. 12025 Etris Rd is in the 30075 ZIP code in Roswell, GA The school district for Sweet Apple Elementary School is the Fulton County School District. Sweet Apple Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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