I whole heartedly agree with the parent who feels this is the best school in the District. I commend the Principal and Teachers for their dedication to the students. Every child receives an excellent educational opportunity and a commitment to their growth in the arts, physical education and overall
... Read more well being. Both children and parents receive support in any area they need. The Principal has an 'open door' policy and responds to children and parents with a 'how can I help' attitude. My child had the opportunity to have Mrs. Parello as his first grade teacher. I cannot express enough how fortunate we were to have such a special person touch our lives. I will always appreciate and look back fondly on the positive experience my child received at Hudson Maxim. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/20/08
Nor very happy...I excepted more than that.. We came from Nutley..Big big difference..In Nutley thay used to work more with kids and give a lot of homework.. I don't know if it is the teacher or the whole school like that. Only a page a day for homework!!!!!.I asked her more and she said ok. and after
... Read more 2 weekes she forgot..or didn't want to bother herself anymore.. The other staf is very nice.. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/12/08
This school is the best in the whole district in my opinion. The new principal is a caring and phenomenal individual. I have witnessed her go out of her way for the children on several occasions. She has a great way about her and is very approachable and makes you feel that you can approach her on
... Read more anything. The teaching staff of this school are wonderfully dedicated people. I have personally experienced having my children in Mrs. Grogan's 1st grade, Mrs. Parello's 1st grade, Mrs. Sciabica's kindergarten and Mrs. Creter's kindergarten. I would not hesitate to recommend this school to anyone who is moving into our district. Every member of the staff at this school from the principal down to the custodians provide a nurturing and safe learning environment. My children always enjoyed going to school there. They also have a wonderful pre-school special education program as well. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/07/05
I just to moved to Hopatcong about a year ago from Newark, NJ. I think this school is very educational. I'm not used to seeing this type of good atmosphere in a school. I like how they get the parents to participate more with their children and the school.. I think is good that they're giving kids an
... Read more opportunity to learn another language. I know kids find it interesting and it can benefit them in the future. Nothing is easy but it can be done. Overall I like the great job the staff at Hudson Maxim are doing. Thank You. I would recommend this school. Mrs. Guzzo is an awesome teacher. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/10/05
Forcing children to speak spanish, even though less than 6% of local population is hispanic. The answer the superintendents secretary gave us was, 'why dont you go to a private school'.
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Hopatcong schools — Hudson Maxim Elementary School is located at River Sticks Rd, Hopatcong NJ 07843. River Sticks Rd is in the 07843 ZIP code in Hopatcong, NJ The school district for Hudson Maxim Elementary School is the Hopatcong Borough School District. Hudson Maxim Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 1.
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