The school has made small steps to improve communication such as providing a website for parents and students to check their homework, and students can email their teachers if they need help etc., the problem there is that the teachers do not respond to the emails and the class website is not often updated.
... Read more Otherwise the teachers do their job and the school is well run. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/02/09
Love the school except no sports teams 4 my child. Mr. G and Mrs Elder are the best. Mr. C really knows what he is doing with the students as well and he is the coolest teacher there. Love Ms. Depena because she show loves to everyone just don't cross her or Mr. C. So I have been told. They don't play.
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Posted by a parent on 02/16/09
I've been at Saint Rita since 1st grade and I love it. I made plenty of new friends and the teachers are patient and take the time to explain things to you if you don't understand. They don't try to push things on you if you don't get it, and they make sure to ask if everyone understands a lesson before
... Read more they continue to give homework or classwork. I wouldnt want to go anywhere else. I love it! Read less
Posted by a student on 12/29/08
I have found this school to be key in my children's educational success. They not only provide a sound educational background, but also a welcoming family environment. My kids always feel safe and are comfortable in this settings. Mr. Geasor has always made time to meet with parents regardless of his
... Read more schedule. The teachers at St. Rita take a personal interest in the students they teach. The office is always pleasant and professional. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/28/08
My daughter attends this school and has been on the honor roll since 3rd grade. The principal and staff are very close knitted and one of the best and more affordable than the other schools in the east new york area. Both her father and uncles graduated from st. Rita and credited there success with the
... Read more experience they took with them. The teacher and mr geason are always willing to sit and speak to you about any concerns you might have. My son is 2 yrs old now and will be attending st. Rita when the time is right. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/05/06
This school has been good to me. The teachers teach with a great amount of love and dedication. This school is great. The principal is such a marvelous guy. Any child will feel loved and part of a second family with this school. It is, to me, one of the best catholic schools in the East New york/ Cypress
... Read more Hills region. I love this school, and this school will always remain in my heart. Read less
Posted by a student on 03/30/06
Academic programs: There are none. Music: Sing in church once a week. Art: Only in class when ever. Spotrs: Gym 2 times a week. Extracurricular activities: There are none.
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Posted by a parent on 12/20/05
My older son attend St. Rita for 8 years. He is now in the 11th grade. I haven't had any problems with the principal or teachers. There were a couple of them who were so wonderful I wish I could have taken them along with me through my sons high school years. I do feel there are a few things that
... Read more I would like to see change, which are the school uniform color. My younger so will now be attending the school. Thanks. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/03/05
I attended St. Rita in the early '80s. Back then the school was excellent. I had top of the line teachers. I put my children there a few years ago and I had to get them out. They were not learning much, the classes were overcrowded,the staff was young and inexperienced and the principal, Mr. Geasor
... Read more didn't care about anything. His saying was, 'If you don't like the way the school is run...take your children out?' That is what I did and many other parents did too. My children are getting a better education in Long Island and the parents that stayed in Brooklyn, transferred their children to nearby public schools. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/10/05
The treasure chest of Brooklyn! Although I am not a parent, I am a product of St. Rita's Elementary School in East New York. I graduated in 1996 with 2nd honors and was listed among the top of my class. The teachers are committed and determined to educate the few who pass through its system. I accredit
... Read more much of my success to St. Rita's in helping me to surpass my expectations in high school, college and beyond. Thanks for the wonderful memories! Read less
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Brooklyn schools — St Rita School is located at 260 Shepherd Ave, Brooklyn NY 11208. 260 Shepherd Ave is in the Cypress Hills neighborhood and 11208 ZIP code in Brooklyn, NY The school district for St Rita School is the Diocese Of Brooklyn Education Office. St Rita School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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