I graduated from RA and although the mandatory fundraisers and volunteer work can get on your nerves, I feel that it prepared me for high school in the best way. Most of the material I already knew, thanks to RA, and it helped me to get into a great college based on academics. It's a friendly environment,
... Read more and even now when I'm around the school, teachers recognize me and treat you as a friend. Read less
Posted by a student on 08/09/09
I love RA because my daughter is really happy there. They have excellent programs, like remedial math and reading. Teachers work hard with the students, and they give extra help to the students whe they need it. Also we have robotics , safety patrol, choir, basketball, swimming, and something thats really
... Read more wonderfull about this school is that we have a nurse full time, we have morning school (7:00 am) and after school until 6:00 pm . I think that RA is more than just a school we are a great family and we work together to make everyday a better place for our kids. I want to say one more thing : 'thanks for existing and a special thanks to all staff members and teachers.' Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/11/09
I enrolled my son at RA in 1997 based on a friend's recommendation. As a working parent, the school offered a great before school and afterschool program, had strong academic scores/performance, a strong spiritual formation program, a diverse and welcoming environment, a principal who cares very much
... Read more about the children and is highly accessible to the parents, the teachers are wonderful and the office staff is always courteous. AND OF COURSE, THE LOCATION is fabulous. My son is currently attending Cathedral Prep Seminary and I am constantly complimented on what a nice young man he is....this I credit to his education, experiences, and friendships he developed at RA. My daughter is now at RA and she loves going to school. She is happy at RA, what better indicator to affirm that you selected the best possible environment to educate the most treasured people in your life! Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/10/09
Have you heard the latest? RA is the GREATEST! As a parent of 2 RA students, I can't say enough about the school and the church parish. The principal is fair, approachable and a class act and the faculty and staff are excellent. If you are looking for a school that has a faith filled environment,
... Read more excellent academics and looking to share in preserving the vision of our faith for future generations, than I highly recommend this school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/09/09
It is a grreat school with great education . Exellent teachers ! Good supplies! Great Fund Raisers! This an awesome School I love it ! GO RA!
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Posted by a student on 01/08/09
RA is, by far, incomparable! My daughter has been attending since Nursery & I have nothing but praises! The amazing teachers, incredibly supportive staff & our wonderful principal outshine anyone I've come across at any other school in our community. The academic program is excellent, not to much the
... Read more great extra curricular activities! Above all, when you become part of our school's community, you become a member of a very large, caring & supportive family. The sense of security I experience knowing I can send my child off to school & there will not be one person there who does not know who she is, is beyond words. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/08/09
I can't begin to expalin how happy I am with my chldren's school! The classes are small, which means there is more one on one communication between the teacher and students. The teachers are also great at recognizing a child's excellence as well as willing to work with you when there is a problem
... Read more or issue (whether academic or socially). Even members of the administration are attentive and caring and know evey child's name! One of the teachers in the school was also nominated for a Disney Teacher of the Year Award! The scores outshine other parochial schools in the area and there is a diverse population which helps children really know what is out there in the real world. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/07/09
As a parent of two RA students, I would highly recommend our school to others in the neighborhood. RA is more than a place to learn, it'is a fmily. The teachers, staff and principal, Mrs. Heppt support and encourage the students and help them grow as well as share knowledge with them. It is a very
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Posted by a parent on 01/07/09
Incomparable parochial school: small student/teacher ratio which translates into more personable attention to your child. Here they Will know your child by name; Passionate and professional teachers engage their students in creative learning and is made evident on highly competitive city-wide test scores;
... Read more Infrastructure which is ample, bright and comfortable yet has no need for a cafeteria, children are closely monitored during lunch and recess; Large pool of dedicated hardworking parents, who contribute their time willingly to enrich their child's experience at RA make for a close-knit community; Internationally diverse environment, it's practically a mini United Nations! A truly personable principal at the helm, we feel very lucky to have found this gem of a school and feel blessed to be part of it. Rest assured, your child will thrive as do mine in this safe, family oriented school where Catholic values and universal ethics are practiced daily. The Valdes Family Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/07/09
I won`t say that this is an excellent neither a horrible school. However, keep in mind, that although the school is private, you will be constantly asked for money. There is different fundrasers almost twice a month and most of them are mandatory!!! The principal did not even have the shame this year
... Read more but ask for $200/ child if you don`t want to be bothered by the constant begging for $. Along with that there is MANDATORY 'voluntary' work per household - 10 hours for the school year. So if you are one of those stay at home moms that has nothing else to do but stay all day long at her child`s school, this is the right place for you. Another minus is the lack of cafeteria. You need to prepare your own food and no soups or any liquid (meaning healthy lunches). Read less
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Rego Park schools — Resurrection Ascension School is located at 85-25 61st Rd, Rego Park NY 11374. 85-25 61st Rd is in the Rego Park neighborhood and 11374 ZIP code in Rego Park, NY The school district for Resurrection Ascension School is the Diocese Of Brooklyn Education Office. Resurrection Ascension School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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