My child has thrived intellectually and emotionally and socially at this school. Attentive teachers, a wise, caring and skilled principal, and a terrific tone, this is the finest school we have ever been part of.
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Posted by a parent on 05/25/09
by far the best school i have ever gone to. the teachers actually listen to you and give you extra attention if needed. i like how they dont just give you a test and if you fail the material you fail it. you can revise it until you 'meet standards'. One of the best schools in the country!
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Posted by a student on 03/01/09
Although the system provides the opportunity for the students to make their own decisions about their education, I as an educator and parent of a student at Parker, feel perhaps Parker provides a bit too much freedom for their 7th graders. This freedom can have negative affect on a student's education.
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Posted by a teacher on 02/25/08
Our daughter is graduating this year from Parker and although we loved the school and the education she received there, we weren't sure how Parker's program was viewed with top colleges and universities. We were gratified to discover that all of the schools she visited were extremly positive on Parker's
... Read more teaching methods. In addition, they felt that Parker students were well prepared and more independent than many of their peers entering the freshman class. We love the school, love the caring atmosphere which fosters learning at a level most appropriate for the individual. The small class sizes and fantastic teaching staff makes the school feel like family. They truly care about the student as an individual. Also, there is a great student athlete ratio in the school, nearly everyone plays a sport. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/03/06
The Parker Charter Essential School nurtures the whole child in a small environment where teachers and their students form a strong academic bond and understanding. This is an environment where an individual child s strengths become the center of the child s education and his/her weaknesses supported
... Read more for success. The administration understands and interacts daily with the children. Students create and are responsible for their own annual academic and social goals. This is a family not just a school where all students are successful, happy, and confident. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/07/04
From both the review of my daughter, who attends the Parker school, and my own assessment of the public schools in my town I have been convinced that schools like this are a saving grace. To any child who does not wish to fit the jock/musician/cool kid format that predominates the typical public school
... Read more the Parker school offers a wonderful alternative. Students who wish to excel at subjects of their own choosing, thereby allowing them to feel good about themselves, should give Parker a try. I only hope legislation does not ruin such an asset to such a community which begs for choice and freedom. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/14/04
The Francis W. Parker Charter Essential school provided me with an opportunity to excel in academics. Coming to the Parker School allowed me to move at my own rate and to interact productively with other academically advanced student. There also seems to be a strong and healthy environment for individuality
... Read more as well as diversity. I would encourage anyone to visit the school and think bout adopting certain characteristics of our alternative education system. Overall, Parker has a uniquely strong sense of community. Read less
School Profile for Francis W Parker Charter School
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Student enrollment:
379
Students per teacher:
Full-time teachers:
3
Number of classrooms:
15
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Computer Science
Vocational Education
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Psychology
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Advanced Placement
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Before/After School
"Extended day" programs where the school day is extended before and after school to accommodate working parents. These programs should not be confused with common after school clubs or athletic activities.
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
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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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Devens schools — Francis W Parker Charter School is located at 49 Antietam St, Devens MA 01434. 49 Antietam St is in the 01434 ZIP code in Devens, MA The school district for Francis W Parker Charter School is the Massachusetts State Department Of Education. Francis W Parker Charter School is a Public school that serves grade levels 7 - 12.
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