The caring nature of this school and its excellent staff is represented by the TAKS rating they received this past year. The new assistant principal is a great addition to the school and everyone seems to be on the same page this year even more than before. I'm so glad both of my children go to Moates!
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Posted by a parent on 09/12/09
I am a teacher at this school. In order to promote a successful learning environment, I think it is up to the parents, teachers, administration, and students. Communication is an important factor. I constantly make sure that my parents are well informed of the rules and procedures that I set forth in
... Read more my classroom. I have a dedicated website that includes homework assign, upcoming tests, etc.. that I've paid for out of my own pocket to make sure that there is a good parent/teacher relationship. Due to the dedication of all involved, our school has received 'Recognized' on the TAKS Tests. I am proud to say that I am part of the Moates Elem. family. Ms. Grimes 4th grade. Read less
Posted by a teacher on 08/10/09
My child has gone to Moates ever since kindergarten and we are no longer going to go to this school. The prinicpal, although liked him to begin with, is so lax about discipline and very rude in person and on the phone. Have had a few teachers that were ok, but most were too busy worrying with students
... Read more that were troublemakers. I suggest you go to another school in Desoto ISD or transfer to another school district. ---Very Unhappy Parent Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/10/09
This school has been nothing but a huge dissapointment. I am very displeased with the school's curriculum level, teacher engagement and their procedures surrounding how they address children who continuously target (bully) innocent children who are there to learn. The principal is very laxed and does
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Posted by a parent on 02/21/08
I have two sons that attend this school. One of their teacher is a God snet. She is very helpful and is alwaya willing to help with anything concerning his education. The othe one is the exzact opposite! It seems that she is there because this is her job and she ahs to do it. Granted, my son is learning,
... Read more she is not open, and has never offered to do anything extra. It is a good school but it really depends on the teacher. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/15/08
This school has been a big disappointment. Some teachers are more concerned with furthering their education rather than educating their students. The principal shows no concern over the lackluster performance of his teachers. The caliber of most of the teachers was shockingly poor. I would recommend
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Posted by a parent on 08/28/07
My son has enjoyed his school year thus far and I am looking forward to bringing him back for next year.
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Posted by a parent on 04/26/06
Good quality of academic programs. Always strive to improve curriculum. Children learn to play recorders and basic music therory. Wide range of art projects. Very loving and caring faculty. Administration easy to partner with.
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Posted by a parent on 06/22/05
My boys' teachers this year were excellent. They really helped them excel. The school offers many good academic programs. I feel that the principal really does care about his students. However, I feel that some of the staff and even some of the teachers are much less caring and helpful. It really depends
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Posted by a parent on 06/19/05
I did not think the school was a safe place for students in the morning because the cafeteria doors were not opened until exactly 7:30, which many parents would drop students off and drive off with no adult supervision. Lower grade class were too large and too many discipline problems.
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School Profile for Frank D Moates Elementary School
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Resources
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Student enrollment:
787
Students per teacher:
27
Full-time teachers:
29
Number of classrooms:
30
Arts
Art
Special Education
Gifted Students, Speech/Language Pathologists
Vocational Education
Phys Ed
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Advanced Placement
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Before/After School
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Gifted and Talented
A school system may identify 10% to 15% or more of its student population as gifted and talented. A brief description of each area of giftedness or talent as defined by the Office of Gifted and Talented:
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
Vocational and/or technical courses offered within a comprehensive school, usually a senior high school.
Special Education Classes
A school or program within a school that provides services and training to students with moderate to severe mental and/or physical disabilities.
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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Glenn Heights schools — Frank D Moates Elementary School is located at 1500 Heritage Blvd, Glenn Heights TX 75154. 1500 Heritage Blvd is in the 75154 ZIP code in Glenn Heights, TX The school district for Frank D Moates Elementary School is the Desoto Independent School District. Frank D Moates Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 5.
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