My children both went there last year. I had several problems throughout the year and had to have my son transferred out of the school. I tried to get them to change teachers, and the administration refused. I met with teachers and administration several times to tell them what I thought would work
... Read more best for my son, and they did not listen at all. I never knew what was going on at the school. When I did get information about events, it wasn't always correct and my children ended up missing events for no reason. I pulled both of my children out of the school and they will be attending elsewhere. I do not feel like anyone cared about my children and I feel like the administration was clueless as to how to run a school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/10/09
My child has been here three yrs and is heading to the 3rd grade.I would rate the school as 10/10 for the sweetest office workers.10/10 for the most wonderful, dedicated art,music,p.e, and computer teachers ever! Honestly,these enirchment teachers work hard to give these kids everything they have & they
... Read more love each and every child! I trust them daily & never worry about my child.Now, each homeroom teacher is different & if you have issues then move them early in the yr to avoid confusion. Don't wait to address any issues! Although, the administration & I ended on a very rocky note this yr, I still believe the principal is a real sweety pie & that he did so many wonderful things this yr from awards to programs.I would also give a 10/10 for safety & 10/10 for cleanliness. My child loves it there & thats the most important factor 10/10. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/08/09
Beware! I must revoke my 1st day of school post on 8-27-08, because it was too premature! One day is not enough time to gather an opinion about any person or entity. Now that the school year has come to a close, I can accurately relay my point of view on this school year. If you can afford private school
... Read more then take your child out of here immediately! If you want your child to actually learn and to not be pressured to test and overwhelmed, then please send them to a private school! This public school stuff is a joke. They dont care about the children, they care about themselves and the TAKS exam....If you really want your child to become something other than mediocre then find a school that teaches for the children to learn and not to test. Sorry, but it is really a no win situation. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/01/09
I know that the 2008/2009 school year at Thelma Jones will be great because I recently met the new principal, new staff, and teachers and they seem so warm & sincere. The entire atmosphere is really welcoming and my child came home the very first day saying that he loved his 2nd grade teacher. This going
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Posted by a parent on 08/27/08
We switched our child to a new class several months into the year & now they have a wonderful first grade teacher! The environment encourages & promotes learning.Math,science, reading, and writing are all addressed.I like the new teaching style & variations used in our childs newclassroom .Most of
... Read more all, our child is happy & learning at the same time. On another note, the kindergarten team is very good.One downside for the school is that during the lunchtime they put too much emphasis on silence instead of letting the children talk freely while they can outside of the classroom.Overall, the school is good & safety is always implemented before & during school hours on campus.As with any other school you have to find the best environment for your child to grow in academically.You may have to shuffle them as we did to a positive environment. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/26/08
I would not recommend this school for the first grade because if you have an issue with the teacher the principal and assistant principal with do everything to protect the teacher.Two children that were being screamed at daily had to be moved instead of the teacher being corrected.I would not send a
... Read more child there if you can send them elsewhere. Also, it does not feel like parents are really welcomed there for volunteering or visiting.I would recommend surprise visits regularly .There are about two 1st grade teachers that are excellent but the overall team is very standoffish. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/18/08
Classrooms are maxed out with students, writing skills are barely addressed, reading skills are barely addressed. My child is in 1st grade and all they do is cut out indian headdresses or work on other crafts. They should be ready, writing and learning math by now. What he learned last year in his
... Read more previous school they're just beginning to teach now at this school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/30/06
I love this school! My daughter is in kindergarten, and learning time-management skills as well as reading! (at 5) I couldn't be more thrilled!
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Posted by a parent on 09/29/05
I am a parent of a first grade student and I have been very satisfied with the progress of my student. I feel the teachers and staff go above and beyond their job. The music and art programs are wonderful but we need more art time. The school offers an accademic athlete program after school which is
... Read more a great alternative after school daycare. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/24/05
Principal is very involved in his school, as is the Assistant Principal. Where this school lacks is in the area of parental involvement. The PTA leaves much to be desired - I've been to every meeting this year, and nothing new is ever introduced; no one asks for suggestions from the parents. It's
... Read more no wonder more parents aren't involved. Read less
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Arlington schools — Thelma Jones Elementary School is located at 7650 S Watson Rd, Arlington TX 76002. 7650 S Watson Rd is in the Southeast neighborhood and 76002 ZIP code in Arlington, TX The school district for Thelma Jones Elementary School is the Mansfield Independent School District. Thelma Jones Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 4.
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