I just transfer my child to this school, i have nothing bad to say about this school from top to bottom, nice area, excellent teachers, wounderfull care, & positive attitude start from children up to the teacher to PTE to after school. if you lucky your child will be inthis school.
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Posted by a parent on 10/01/08
I am proud to have my children at Kramer Elementary School. They have had excellent teachers each year. The teachers go the extra mile for all children. I am amazed at how they are able to assist students who have unique needs while they offer challenging opportunities for the high achieving students.
... Read more Although the leadership changed 2 1/2 years ago, the school has continued to improve. Do not hesitate to consider sending your child to Kramer! Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/05/08
I have two children who attend Kramer. Each year, the school continues to out-preform from the previous year. In the past 5 years, the school and PTA have raised funds to complete a $150,000 playground and principal's courtyard expansion, provide$10,000 in Smart Board technology, and provide every teacher
... Read more with a comprehensive 'wish list' of items. The students are challenged to be smart and learn, while having fun. Kramer is a unique public school serving a diverse background. It is 'cool' to be smart at Kramer which is proven by the high awards received at District and Regional academic, math and chess competitions. Kramer is also one of the few elementary schools which fields soccer and basketball teams for both boys and girls beginning in kindergarten. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/13/07
I have two daughters attending Kramer and they are excited and happy about going to school every day. They make good grades because Kramer's teachers have an amazing ability to challenge those students who demonstrate increased potential, while simultaneously encouraging and meeting the needs of students
... Read more who are developing the skills necessary to do the same. Our principal, Melanie Potts, understands the importance of providing after school programs (Spanish, chess, karate, math club, student newspaper, etc.) and focused 'specials' classes (art, PE, computers, science, music)which complement the classroom curriculum and enhance daily learning. Interested students also have the ability to participate in choir, orchestra, piano, or TAG programs as part of their weekly schedule. Kramer parents understand that our children will have a better, more productive educational experience when we make time to assist teachers, organize schoolwide events, and help create a safe and happy environment for students. Truly a fabulous school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/09/07
Kramer is an outstanding elementary school! The quality of academic programs is outstanding. Kramer offers a science lab, computer lab, music, art, Karate, chess club, & may more. Every child is given the greatest of attention from wonderful teachers. Parents can be involved at many levels, we have
... Read more a very active PTA, Dad's Club and welcome every parent to partner in our Kramer community. I have two boys, one in Kindergarten and one in 1st grade in the Mixed Age program. We left private school to move to Kramer and have been thrilled ever since. Kramer has exceeded our expectations! Come in and visit Principal Potts for a tour, you will be glad you did! Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/20/07
Although Kramer's teachers have a lot of heart, their leadership is lacking. teachers and staff, who are the real movers and shakers of the campus, deserve a big round of applause for their Herculean efforts to provide education for one and all, while maintaining a deep caring for the welfare of their
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Posted by a parent on 05/23/06
Hello, my kids just started here at Kramer and the only thing that I do not like that the classes are mixed with different grades. I personally think that 2nd graders need to be with 2nd graders and 1st graders need to 1st graders because they are all on different levels, so how are the teachers able
... Read more to focus on this one grade and then step over into the next grade group. I that is neglect and I know it is because my child already knows how to add and subject so and she is in 2nd grade so why is my 1st grader bringing home the same work as she is in 2nd grade? Outside from that the faculty is really nice and parent oriented. But I think the mixed classes should be changed. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/10/06
Excellent school with great teachers and wonderful after school programs.
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Posted by a teacher on 01/09/06
I think that parent involvement is not an option for parents of the children that are attending this school but mandatory. The principal was bias. I was up at the school on a consistent basis and immediately I noticed poor performance to staff.
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Posted by a parent on 08/22/05
This is our neighborhood school. We live in the Janmar area of Dallas. This is a solid elementary which prepares the students for both public and/or private middle school. The teachers are good, but young and need more experience. With time and if left in place, they will some day be wonderful.
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School Profile for Arthur Kramer Elementary School
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Student enrollment:
565
Students per teacher:
10
Full-time teachers:
55
Number of classrooms:
60
Arts
Art
Music
Choral
Vocational Education
Phys Ed
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Before/After School
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Gifted and Talented
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general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
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Special Education Classes
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Adult Education Classes
Programs offering GED or equivalent courses for adults within regular schools, whether classes are held during evening or daytime schedules.
English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
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Dallas schools — Arthur Kramer Elementary School is located at 7131 Midbury Dr, Dallas TX 75230. 7131 Midbury Dr is in the North Dallas neighborhood and 75230 ZIP code in Dallas, TX The school district for Arthur Kramer Elementary School is the Dallas Independent School District. Arthur Kramer Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 5.
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