My family just moved here and comparatively speaking this school is not quite up to our standards from the last school our daughter attended. Every function to date we've attended has been terribly disorganized and information is not communicated properly. However, what the school lacks in logistics
... Read more it makes up in spirit. The Staff is friendly and has the kid's interest at heart. Still, we'd love to see some improvement. In particular the parking situation is a nightmare. There is no doubt in my mind there will be an accident one day. I'm not sure if we'll keep her in here or send her to private next year. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/25/09
I have been working as a teacher at Union for several years. I am very excited about my own children attending this school. I can't imagine they could receive a better education anywhere else! The atmosphere at Union is warm and friendly; we are all like family here! It is a wonderful place to work
... Read more and a wonderful place to learn. I feel strongly that the staff of Union goes above and beyond to ensure that all students get the education that they deserve in a safe and caring learning environment. Read less
Posted by a teacher on 02/24/09
I find Union to be a wonderful school. I have two issues that I am concerned with though. The security is lacking at this school. Whenever there is an awards program, many will go to the office to check in, but many just walk on to campus. I see children walking around with no supervision, and that worries
... Read more me that one could get grabbed and no one would know. Also, this week there has been a book fair. In itself, that is good. The only problem is that most of the items available are high priced. I know there are many kids that would like to get something from the book fair, but prices make it out of their reach. It would seem to me in the current financial situation, that there would be some other way to make items available at lower prices. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/12/09
Our child is under a IEP and this is his first year with Union. We are so pleased with his progress. He is a very nervous child who does not adapt to new environments and change well. The staff at Union has been fantastic at making him feel cared for. I am writing this the day after Christmas vacation
... Read more and he still seemed more than happy to head to school. Parents are always welcome to come and visit anytime. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/05/09
Now that one of my children has been to Union Elementary and moved on to the middle school, I have realized even more so that this is an excellent school!! I still have one more at Union and I plan to enjoy every minute of it!!
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Posted by a parent on 12/12/08
I am so pleased with the reading ability that my child has learned from her teacher Donna Smith. She is in first grade and by her teachers words she has realized that the sky is the limit for learning! Union is a great school and my child looks forward to going everyday..
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Posted by a parent on 12/10/08
Union Elementary is an excellent environment for learning. My child was exposed to high expectations and wonderful learning experiences in Ms. Gaskins' second grade class.
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Posted by a parent on 10/03/07
I am a 'grandparent' of a student in second grade and she is in Ms. Lewis's class. I had a chance to meet this teacher, and she is wonderful. She seems to have a great rapport with the students and her personality is exceptional.
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Posted by a other on 09/20/07
My son has attended Union for the last four years and I have been very pleased with the teachers and curriculum. The teachers keep the parents informed of students progress and always welcome the parents to visit the classrooms.
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* 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.
Student enrollment:
664
Students per teacher:
17
Full-time teachers:
38
Number of classrooms:
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Shallotte schools — Union Elementary School is located at 180 Union School Rd Nw, Shallotte NC 28459. 180 Union School Rd Nw is in the 28459 ZIP code in Shallotte, NC The school district for Union Elementary School is the Brunswick County School District. Union Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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