Both my children are recent graduates of Pontchartrain Elementary. I could not have been more pleased with the education and experiences they received while there.The school offers a wide range of opportunities for all children. As a teacher myself, I know the teachers are dedicated, well educated, and
... Read more committed to making the school the finest in the state. As a PTA volunteer, I was welcomed by the teachers as well as the administration to become part of the school community. Test scores, happy parents, and successful children all agree that Pontchartrain Elementary deserves the terrific reputation it has earned. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/05/07
My daughter is in third grade and there is a big leap from second to third. The teachers are well qualified and it shows in their dedication and commitment to the students and the school. My husband and I feel that she is well prepared to take the I-Leap. The administration is excellent and you get
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Posted by a parent on 12/12/06
This is a great school! My daughter is attending kindergarten, and she loves it. Her teacher is excellent. She is learning a lot. Dr. Wiseman is a great principal and seems highly motivated. I appreciate her involvement and enthusiasm. The PTA is incredibly organized and there is a lot of parent involvement.
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Posted by a parent on 10/29/06
Both of my children attend Pontchartrain Elementary and I love the school just as much as they do. The principal is the best. I would recommend this school as one of the top schools in the state of Louisiana. If you plan to move the the northshore, make sure you are in the district of Pontchartrain
... Read more Elementary. You will not be sorry. They have taught my children so many wonderful things. They have taught my children sign language for the song 'what a wonderful world'. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/08/06
I am thrilled with the quality of education my children are receiving at Pontchartrain. My daughter is in third grade and my son in kindergarten. Both have highly qualified and motivated teachers. Pontchartrain is a large school with close to 600 students. It doens't seem big. Everything is well organized.
... Read more My children want to go to school. They are thriving. What more could a parent ask for. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/28/06
Both of my children attended Pontchartrain. The teachers for the most part were very good. The principals have no personality at all. Some times they do not even speak to you if you are in the halls. I believe that Dr. Wiseman needs to retire and bring in a friendly face, that will put smiles to
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Posted by a parent on 02/19/06
This is my sons 5th year at this school and we have both enjoyed every single year there. I have not had one complaint. The personalities of the teachers at this school are compassionate, understanding and always upbeat, which makes for a warm and nurturing environment for the students. Most importantly,
... Read more the principle displays the same qualities as the teachers. There's no doubt they all enjoy what they do. The parent involvement is unlike any other school. There are physical education classes, as well as music classes. Pontchartrain Elementary has won so many awards in the past and as continued to do so, it blows any other school away. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/22/04
The class size for K was 21 students. I believe this is true for grades 1-3 as well. I was disappointed in the lack of physical education and music classes; especially for this age group. Overall, the school is nice.
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Posted by a parent on 07/19/04
Ponchatrain Elementary is one of the finest schools in this parish. This is my childs third year at Pontchatrain and It can honestly be said that the teachers seem to stay consistant with the previous year teachings, in such a way that the children have an easy transition from one grade to the other.
... Read more If you know someone moving to this parish this is the school for your child/children. Read less
School Profile for Pontchartrain Elementary School
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Enrollment
Programs
Resources
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Student enrollment:
901
Students per teacher:
17
Full-time teachers:
53
Number of classrooms:
49
Arts
Art
Music
Choral
Special Education
Early Childhood Special Needs, Gifted Students, 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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Mandeville schools — Pontchartrain Elementary School is located at 1500 W Causeway Approach, Mandeville LA 70471. 1500 W Causeway Approach is in the 70471 ZIP code in Mandeville, LA The school district for Pontchartrain Elementary School is the St Tammany Parish School District. Pontchartrain Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 3.
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