My son has been at St Jerome since he was 2 yrs old, he started at their child center, he is now in the 4th grade. I live in Bowie, MD. I love the school and the teacher, very good school. I wouldn't change schools at all. I do expect him to finish there at the 8th grade...God Bless St Jerome and
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Posted by a parent on 10/23/09
I love St Jeromes. My son is in the Pre K class and he has learned so much in such a short amount of time. The instructors assess insdividual needs of each student and adjusts the curriculum, accordingly. My family and I love this school. We could not have made a better choice.
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Posted by a parent on 10/09/09
My daughter just started the Pre-K class at this school and I must say that I love it thus far. She is in a challenging, caring environment. I love the structure and the extra curricular classes such as Art and Gym. She enjoys going to school daily. Which makes parenting a lot easier.
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Posted by a parent on 09/18/09
St. Jerome has a diverse student body, yet the administration does not offer the same. The school is on a downward spiral if the Archdiocese does not make needed upgrades. Much of the technology is outdated as well as school fixtures. It has been a real disappointment. The school does not challenge
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Posted by a parent on 09/10/09
Excellence in education, spiritual development and community spirit. Each child is treated as an individual with the focus of parents, teachers and peers supporting his or her growth. Academics, art, music, and good sportsmanship are all part of the St. Jerome experience. Acceptance by the best public
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Posted by a parent on 06/08/09
My son is in the 7th grade and he feels that the teachers and school administrators really care about each student and their first priority is that each child gets the best education. His grades have improved and his attitude towards learning has improved since coming to St Jerome. I would recommend
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Posted by a parent on 06/02/09
This was probably a good school in the past, but based on our experience, it is in a state of decline. There are still some good teachers left in the lower grades. But overall the school has been a huge disappointment.
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Posted by a parent on 07/14/08
I go to Saint Jerome's, in sixth grade. I no longer go to the aftercare there, but when I did, I can say it was very well run. A snack, recess, gym, homework time..and that's nothing compared to the day. We have art, computer lab, gym, and many other specails.
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Posted by a student on 09/25/07
So far my wife and I are very pleased with St. Jeromes though our child is only in the child care center. We have tried a few other places some more expensive some less costly and St. Jeromes has been the best by far. Nice teachers good curriculum and our child has developed greatly since starting here.
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Posted by a parent on 02/13/07
I attended St Jeromes many, many years ago. My children have both attended St Jeromes also. The school will become part of your history. It is a private school and as with all private schools it has to ask for financial donations. St. Jeromes keeps its tuition low to be able to offer as many families
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Hyattsville schools — St Jerome School is located at 5207 42nd Pl, Hyattsville MD 20781. 5207 42nd Pl is in the 20781 ZIP code in Hyattsville, MD The school district for St Jerome School is the Archdiocese Of Wash Dc Education Off. St Jerome School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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