The male version - short and sweet. I have two children at Bethany. From top to bottom, it does not get any better.
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Posted by a parent on 08/20/09
Our oldest child has been at Bethany for four years now (since K). Excellent school! The staff is supportive and the leadership is strong. The PTA is very involved and organized. The parents at this school really care about their children's educational experience and do make a key difference. The
... Read more school's principal, Deni Bleggi, makes it a point to get to know the kids well on an individual level. However, what really makes Bethany outstanding is its wonderful staff of teachers who are truly dedicated in tackling PISD and state curriculum. Bethany deserves its well-earned reputation and exemplary status. The school is right on target with its instruction in the core academic areas of reading, language arts, and math. I would give high marks also concerning parent/teacher communication and the effort placed upon resolution of typical classroom issues. The school lies in the heart of a very good residential community. Vaille Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/23/07
This school has been great at placing our two kids with teachers who best meet their needs. The staff is friendly and supportive, and the school has a cheerful atmosphere.
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Posted by a parent on 04/26/06
We currently have 3 children enrolled in 1st, 4th, and 5th grade. This is our first year. We have been extremely pleased with each of our teachers. The staff is warm and inviting. The principal is full of energy and really wants to see each child succeed. One of our children needs enrichment assistance.
... Read more A team of teachers are providing invaluable assistance with getting him the additional work he needs to succeed with reading comprehension. This school has truly earned it exemplary status. Also, the school is located in a residential community. There are no surrounding apartment dwellers attending. Without the hindrance of a transient population, this should contribute to the school's consistent performance. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/01/06
My child has only been in K for 3 weeks now, but I have already witnessed a great deal of organization among the K teachers in order to get it all accomplished in one day. My daughter's teacher, Mrs. Young, has already honed in on what areas my daughter needs to concentrate her effort. There does
... Read more seem to be a large number of PTA volunteers, at least at the K level. The fund raising efforts are already at full speed. I was impressed by the clarity and and ease of instruction on ordering Sally Foster and Entertainment books. Loved the use of reminder stickers on our children, and posted signs for turning in orders. The only negative comment I have was that there was no information on any security/safety measures taken/in place at the school, particularly for parent's of K students. Eg, no explanation of the child safe hotline. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/02/05
They hasve a very nice school. The teacher's work very well with all the students. The whole staff all are very nice.
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Plano schools — Bethany Elementary School is located at 2418 Micarta Dr, Plano TX 75025. 2418 Micarta Dr is in the Hunter's Landing neighborhood and 75025 ZIP code in Plano, TX The school district for Bethany Elementary School is the Plano Independent School District. Bethany Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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