The Academy at Nola Dunn,is a wonderful atmosphere for not only students, but also parents.Everyone is so friendly and positive.
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Posted by a parent on 10/05/09
My son has attended this school since his first grade year. I have been very pleased with the teachers and the school ! I would reccomend this school !
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Posted by a parent on 04/29/09
It's a shame all schools do not use brain-based learning techniques. After one year of home-schooling, my granddaughter went from high excellence to average at Stribling. Now at the Academy, she is back on top, mastering all subjects and getting superior reports. The vertical teams and emphasis on leadership
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Posted by a other on 11/24/08
Both of my children attended Nola Dunn. What an amazing start for their education! They have been able to transfer what they learned in elementary to their learning in middle school and high school. My only problem is that Academy only goes through 5th grade. I would give anything for this type of
... Read more brain-based learning to be implemented in the higher levels of education in Burleson. Over all, if you have the opportunity to get your child into the Academy at Nola Dunn, you will not regret it! Both of my children have never scored below commended on the TAKS test and I credit a lot of that to the Academy! Do yourself and your child a favor....check out this school... Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/23/08
The Academy at Nola Dunn is different in that all teachers use brain-based learning techniques (Eric Jensen) hand-in-hand with the Multiple Intelligences Theory (Howard Gardner). Students enjoy field trips and traditions. Many extracurricular clubs and opportunities are available. Students are organized
... Read more into vertical teams (one each of K-5 class together) as well as horizontally (all grade level together) for learning activities. Parent involvement is required through various volunteer activities. The school has a total 'outside the box' mentality and new ideas and teaching methods are welcomed. Most of the teachers are outstanding and put in far more hours preparing curriculum than the average elementary teacher to provide the necessary stimulation. Teachers team-teach and lower level teachers communicate with upper level teachers so subject matter is taught in a logical fashion in order to reach Texas requirements (TEKS) and to prepare students for the TAKS (state-mandated testing). Students wear uniforms. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/01/08
This school provides the closest thing to home school in a public environment. Parent involvement is encouraged therefore I can be up there as much as I want to and know what is going on at the place my son spends most of his time.
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Posted by a parent on 05/28/08
Wonderful extracurricular activities for well rouded students. Parent involvement encouraged. Overall great school and happy kids. The teachers bring their animals for the kids to interact with and the kids are given freedom to kit on the floor etc..
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Posted by a parent on 04/14/06
Different learning and teaching style. Check out for yourself.
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Posted by a parent on 04/10/06
Academic program is very good. Students are encouraged and challenged.
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Posted by a parent on 01/15/06
Great school. My daughter is in the 2nd Grade & she 'looped' from K to 1st & stayed w/ the same teacher. That was wonderful. Less stress on child & the teacher is already familiar w/ the class. Great parent involvement.
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Burleson schools — Academy At Nola Dunn is located at 201 S Dobson, Burleson TX 76028. 201 S Dobson is in the 76028 ZIP code in Burleson, TX The school district for Academy At Nola Dunn is the Burleson Independent School District. Academy At Nola Dunn is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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