My child just started school this year and I can see that Graham has lots of room for improvement. There seems to be quite a bit of disorganization. The school year is well under way and they are still hiring teachers. Notices that are sent with kids are not sent on a timely basis. The office is a
... Read more little chaotic. The staff will not greet you when you come to the front desk. Flyers are misspelled in both English and Spanish. I a starting to regret enrolling my child at Graham. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/24/09
I think that this is an Amazing school. The Principle there, Mr. Helwig is on a first name basis with ALL the kids. The Teachers there go above and beyond for every single child. They have an excellent 'support' system in place to help the children falling behind. They know how to push your kid and they
... Read more aren't afraid to do it to bring them to their highest level of achievements. I have put 3 kids through Graham, my youngest son is in 5th grade and this is his last yr. I have had nothing but positive experiences with everyone at this school. I will miss them very much!! Go Scotties!! Sincerely, Mrs. Williams Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/27/09
This is an amazing school! My daughter went there up until first grade. she loves that school so much that she is always talking about it. She is now going to fourth grade and wants to move with her grama just to go back to Graham. Everyone there knows you and your children by first name. It's like
... Read more a big family that truly care about all the children. Oh yeah and the office staff are the best They are there to help you with anything. go scotties ! Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/08/09
My daughter has been at Graham since kinder and has now completed the 5th grade. I can honestly say this last year was her best. Principal Helwig has done an outstanding job in the one year he has been on board; he has great commitment to the student, and is always easy to get in contact with. I feel
... Read more that Graham is definately on the right track now, I wish it included grade 6 so my daughter could stay there. Way to go Mr. Helwig! Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/22/08
We just started school at Graham Elementary despite numerous negative reactions and comments received from the community (i.e. located on the East side, primarily minority or ESL, incompetent teachers, extreme or inappropriate discipline, etc). We decided that most were based on feelings rather than
... Read more facts or personal experiences. Prior to the first day of school, we met with the principal, vice-principal, and general staff to discuss our general concerns, including the negative comments/feedback. We learned that the school has a new principal which is the 'Go! . He is open to parents concerns and issues. While we are fairly new to public schools, we look forward to continue being as involved as we can and informed to ensure the school meets our high expectations, not just for our kids but the entire school. If not yet, we will be known on a first name basis as we visit the school daily. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/01/07
First let me say the bus system is horrible. My children academically have been getting worse since attending this school,I feel like I am the teacher now, I might as well just homeschool my children.
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Posted by a parent on 02/25/06
The teachers at Graham Elementary want the kids to learn, and they encourage and push them to what they are capable of. The teachers are always availabe when you need to talk.
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Posted by a parent on 11/01/05
I think that the faculty and staff at Graham Elementary is exemplary. The office staff is friendly and helpful. The teachers really seem to care about the kids and try to focus on positive reinforcement. Although many students come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, the parents really seem
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Posted by a parent on 01/11/05
My kids have been going to this school for 2yrs and I regret moving here. My daughter has always been a straight A student and I feel that this school does not challenge them enough. My daughter had a fifth grade reading level at the end of first grade and it started going down each year. It seems like
... Read more the teachers are always behind and blame it on wasting time on the bad kids. My kids had been to 2 other schools before this one cuz we've moved and this one is the worst school they have attended. They are good about keeping kids safe though. Another thing this is the only school that my kids have complained about. They complain about all the nasty language and things they here in school. Read less
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Austin schools — Graham Elementary School is located at 11211 Tom Adams Dr, Austin TX 78753. 11211 Tom Adams Dr is in the Windsor Hills neighborhood and 78753 ZIP code in Austin, TX The school district for Graham Elementary School is the Austin Independent School District. Graham Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 5.
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