Don't count on the after/before school daycare. Not a place my child will ever go back again. Inept at dealing with typical child behavior, little patience and too many children.
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Posted by a parent on 09/02/08
We feel priviledged and proud to be a part of this school. My children are thriving in Miller's enviroment and their desire to learn proves it. This school has an atmosphere that makes you feel welcome. You want to get off the sidelines and participate with special events and on different school
... Read more boards. Mr. B and and Miller elementary staff are doing a great job. I know that they are doing their part to ensure that my children have the best foundation for their educational sucess. Learning not only happens at school, but also at home. We as parents need to do our part. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/05/08
Miller exceeds expectations and is an amazing place to be a part of. My children love school and have had great success. The teachers are caring and motivated and the atmosphere is very friendly and open. I would recommend this school to anyone who asked. I travel within several local districts and
... Read more still believe Miller is the best around. Times are tough for schools, I think Mr. B does everything he can to support teachers, students and families to be successful. Who wants homework?!? Parents should be discipling thier children...not schools. Good Job Miller Staff....another great year of MEAP scores to prove it!! Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/03/08
This school provides and exceeds all State required cirrculum.
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Posted by a other on 01/30/08
The teachers and principal provide a great atmosphere for the kids to learn in. He is on a first name basis with all of the kids and most of the parents especially for those who choose to become involved. Parent are asked to participate on various projects/field trips through out the year and newcomers
... Read more are always welcome. We are fairly new to this community and have made many wonderful new friends through school functions designed for family participation. Great academics just look at our test scores wonderful music program and our PTO makes sure our kids are exposed to art lots of extracurricular activities. A+++ to Norman Miller Elementary and their wonderful staff and great students! Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/24/07
I agree with the lack of discipline, maybe coming from a urban environment, discipline is viewed differently than 4th generation Miller alum. Outside of school most of my daughter's friends don't behave with the parents are present and not noticing a problem. My biggest concern is the lack of fine arts.
... Read more The music program in the elementary I attended included three big performances a year, with instruments being introduced by third grade. This school doesn't even offer a choir for the upper grades. Also, the lack of an organized foreign language program is embarrassing in this day and age. My nephew is in first grade at a local charter school and already has a large vocabulary in both French and Spanish. The French lessons my daughter has participated in has been a waste of time, and only being offered to a select few, make no real impact on the overall school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/18/07
I'm not quite sure who claimed that the lack of discipline in this school was evident when walking the halls. Also, that parent involvement was lacking and new members not welcome. Just today, I was thinking how well behaved our children were, walking quitely in a single line. Also, we are blessed with
... Read more several parents who volunteer their time, welcoming any one that would like to help. Our Principal is amazing, as is the rest of the staff. My oldest son has gone through Miller and my daughter currently attends Miller. I wouldn't have them at any other school. We have considered selling our home, but refuse to move out of this school district. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/23/07
I feel the school falls short in providing a quality education to their students. There is very little exposure to the fine arts, the music program does not even put on entire schools programs, limited field trips. My child went through all of first grade without ever bringing home any homework. After
... Read more being told she is one of the most advanced readers in her grade, I find out she is still reading below grade level. Discipline is none existent, which is effident when walking the halls. Parent involvement is limited to a select few who do not welcome new members. The building is out dated and in need of serious repair. The new principal seems motivated, but I don't think anything will change until the problems are recognized. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/11/05
Great learning enviroment, principal always available and always participating in all activites, the teachers take pride on their students and make sure they tailored to each individual, that way kids are able to grown without being held by others or the curriculum. All parents are encourage to participate
... Read more and take an important roll in the education program. Lots of extra activities, reading and math sessions during the summer and believed or not the principal is always there. Read less
* In 2008-2009 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
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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;
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Vocation/Technical Curriculum
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Adult Education Classes
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English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
Cement City schools — Miller Elementary School is located at 130 E Jackson St, Cement City MI 49233. 130 E Jackson St is in the 49233 ZIP code in Cement City, MI The school district for Miller Elementary School is the Columbia School District. Miller Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 5.
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