I have had a wonderful experience with this school. All teachers are concerned about the students and their performance. Principal is Awesome!
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Posted by a parent on 08/25/09
It' been a great expirence for us , dedicated teachers and staff>
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Posted by a parent on 03/31/09
My children and I love Parks! This is the first school that they've attended in the area that I feel comfortable when I drop them off in the morning. Mrs. Blacktree's leadership is excellent and she maintains high standards for the school. The third and fourth grade teachers are excellent. If your
... Read more child needs help (accelerated or special attention) they make sure they get it. My child was behind in math after attending local private schools but the school worked with her and am pleased to say she scored above average on the math section of the MSA. I know that is because of the attention of the teachers. My children received plenty of academic challenges. If there was a discipline problem, the teacher was quick to correct it. We had a great school year and looking forward to the next one. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/08/07
I came to this school from out of town this past school year. Administration needs to tighten up. If your child has an IEP, make sure you know the system and your rights. If you don't, please contact the parent center. They are a huge help!
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Posted by a parent on 07/15/07
J.C. Parks is an excellent school that teaches the kids to be positive, have pride, and respect. The teachers are devoted and enthusiastic in their teaching. The class size is big, but it's due to be redistricted in fall 2006 which will greatly reduce the size of the school. Parental involvement is
... Read more good, with a devoted core of parents in the PTO and volunteering at the school. It's a great mix of economics and races. They offer a variety of enhancement programs, such as math team, Destination Imagination, chess club, etc. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/07/06
I have two children who attend JC Parks. One 4th grade other Kindergarten. They both love the school and so do I. My 4th grader is learning 5th and 6 grade work. And my kindergarten is earning 1st grade work. It's amazing. The teachers really take their time with each student. The school has monthly
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Posted by a parent on 12/08/05
I have three children that have attended J.C. Parks Elementary School. They have all done well and were very happy and challenged there. I have volunteered there and been around the teachers and administration. They are dedicated to the students and give many hours of their own time, away from their
... Read more own families for their students. Many teachers stay late at night and/or come in early before they are required to be there. I can't imagine how the comments of some of the other parents on this site must make them feel. What a slap in the face after all their hours of hard work, caring and dedication. I thank the teachers of J.C. Parks for all they have given to my children. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/18/05
My daughter has attended JC Parks since she was six years old. She is in special education class and I am very disappointed in the program. The school staff does not show any interest in my childs education.
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Posted by a parent on 04/19/05
I have three children in this school and I have watched my thriving children loose complete interest in school. There is no motivation, no challenge and no teacher feedback. I have to constant challenge my children when they get home to keep them on their advanced level. I too agree that my children
... Read more are now numbers, Ms. Blacktree is wonderful, she is constantly aware of her students, all 1000 of them. But I beg to question is she aware of the attendence problems with her Kindergarden Teachers and 1st Grade Teachers. They are the foundation builders to a great education. A substitute teacher doesn't care about my child nor is the one preparing the lesson plans. What's next, my children teach themselves. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/11/05
Your child can easily become a number and get lost in the system. The students watch entirely too much TV. If it s too cold, or too wet to go outside, the kids have to have recess inside and watch movies. They also watch movies in music and as a treat. They have watched: Fantasia, The Muppet
... Read more Movie, and Goonies. Parent involvement is non-existent and the PTO is a joke. Academically, the school underperforms. My child is a straight-A student and is in advanced math and reading, but they d be an average student at a good school. They do not spend time learning how to take the state standardized tests. They take BCRs pretests but do not review them nor work on them. It seems they re just happy they got the students to take them. This school is a glorified day care. I expect more. Read less
* In 2007-2008 Maryland used the Maryland State Assessment (MSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math. The MSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Maryland. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.
Student enrollment:
578
Students per teacher:
29
Full-time teachers:
20
Number of classrooms:
30
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Indian Head schools — J C Parks Elementary School is located at 3505 Livingston Rd, Indian Head MD 20640. 3505 Livingston Rd is in the 20640 ZIP code in Indian Head, MD The school district for J C Parks Elementary School is the Charles County Public Schools. J C Parks Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 5.
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