I love AWE and its staff.. Granted as a parent you aren't always going to like everything and everybody that goes on everywhere. Am I always happy at home with my husband or children? No. Am I always a satisfied customer at every stop I make? No... I think change is hard for some people to accept,
... Read more AWE is just trying to make sure each and every child is safe. How convenient CAN it be at dismissal when you don't have any school buses and at least half of the children are car riders? Other schools have the same car rider issue, the only difference is they don't have as many walkers as AWE. I think Mrs Leffler does a wonderful job and is always pleasant to deal with. Keep up the good work AWE!!!! Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/25/09
We bought our home specifically because of AWE due to everything positive and up until this year, we would have given AWE rave reviews. Sadly, there seems to have been a paradigm shift from a school that was welcoming and felt like 'family' to that of a very strict almost 'reform school' atmosphere.
... Read more Now, the principal remains in her position however has always maintained a 'hands off' approach (read completely disinterested in individual student matters) and it was always the previous vice-principal, Mr Quinn who seemed to be the fiber that held the school together and encouraged the family spirit of the school. His successor is largely aloof and arrogant and at times very condescending and adversarial. Arrival and dismissal are hugely disorganized yet instead of looking internally for new methods, new policies only serve to inconvienience families further. This could again be a great school ifthey get their act together. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/21/09
If your child is at or below their academic grade level, they will do great here. If your child is advanced, find another school. This school will treat you like you are wasting their time and a bother if you ask them spend time with a child that isn't having problems. After two years of this school
... Read more making my child eventually dislike school, and discouraging him from reaching for a higher standard, I have pulled him out and he will be going to a private school. I was in constant contact with his teacher and the staff. The treatment my family received in regards to questions about what we could do for my child as to not leave him behind (so to speak), was horrible. We were made to feel like we were wasting the teachers time. She would just give him more worksheets, after worksheets to keep him quiet. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/20/09
I agree with the previous post...there are so many wonderful things about AWE that I don't even know where to begin. The teachers are wonderful, they keep the parents fully informed on students progress. They teach hands on, versus handing out worksheet after worksheet. They work with children who
... Read more need some extra help and strive to have that child excel by the end of the school year. My children enjoyed their time at AWE each and every day. Loved their teachers, friends and other faculty. Being a military family, we sadly had to move away...AWE set the bar high, and it is difficult to find another school that even comes close. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/03/09
This is an outstanding school ~ plan on buying a home in this school district! Love the curriculum and the teachers and staff! All of our children's teachers, including the Music, Art, Computer, and the PE teachers, have been OUTSTANDING! I couldn't ask for a better elementary school experience.
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Posted by a parent on 06/09/08
This is a great school overall. We have had children there for a little over 5 years now. The only problems we have run into are with the before and after school program. This program is ran based on the needs of the 'teachers' rather than the students. Too many times we have brought our kids to
... Read more the before program to see them all sitting in a corner of the room quiet. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/23/07
This is wonderful school, the academic programing is wonderful. They encourage all children in music, sports and social functions. The level of parent participation is excellent and welcomed. If we moved out of this schools district (with in 30 miles) I would drive my child to and from this school.
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Posted by a parent on 05/29/07
The level of parent involvement at A.W.E. is very high. Parents are very welcome and encourage to participate in the school and classroom. Many U.S. Marines volunteer their time at this school. The Principal is very professional and courteous in dealing with parents and always a presence in the school
... Read more The academic performance is very high which makes this school very sought after. However, if you don't live in the district, it is very difficult to get into this school. They have a fitness club, and a music type club afterschool. The front desk staff is always there ready to help and answer any questions. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/19/06
This school is fantastic! We are trying not to move in order to keep my daughter at this school. She has been here for K - 2nd so far. Her teachers have ALL been EXCELLENT. And communication with both the school administration and teachers has been wonderful - they are very open to parents and value
... Read more any parent involvement. My only problem has been with the lack of cooperation from a few other parents in resolving behavior issues with their own children, but that happens everywhere. The counseling department also provides a 'Deployment Group' for those military children who has a parent serving overseas. This has been especially helpful with so many children having fathers and mothers in the military. This is a quality A+ School, I highly recommend it. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/16/06
AWE is the best elementary school in Craven County. I think it is even the best in the state. I love the year round calendar. It is so family friendly. It allows you to take trips throughout the year, not just in the summer. AWE has an great staff and great administrators. They cater to all the
... Read more needs of the children unlike other schools that only cater to those that are 'cookie cutter' children-like Brinson Elem up the road. AWE helps their special needs children the best way they can unlike other schools that push them aside. AWE leaves no child behind! Read less
School Profile for Arthur W Edwards Elementary School
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Test Year: 2008
Arthur W Edwards Elementary School
Craven County School District
North Carolina
* In 2007-2008 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math. The EOG tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.
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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
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Special Education Classes
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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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Havelock schools — Arthur W Edwards Elementary School is located at 200 Education Ln, Havelock NC 28532. 200 Education Ln is in the 28532 ZIP code in Havelock, NC The school district for Arthur W Edwards Elementary School is the Craven County School District. Arthur W Edwards Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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