My daughter has been a student at K-P for 2 years and we love it! My daughter has had so much trouble confussing letters and reading backwards. The staff has been wonderful working with her. The staff makes it a point to encourage the children and teach them to respect each other and rules. We will
... Read more be moving our of state at the end of the school year and am heart broken to be leaving such an amazing learning enviornment. If you have the chance to have your child attend this school, DO IT! The whole staff is amazing. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/25/09
We couldn't be happier with what our son is learning at Kennedy-Powell! After going to another outstanding school in a nearby district, I was apprehensive about moving our son to KP, but it has been nothing but a positive experience. All of the staff members are excited about being there, teaching
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Posted by a parent on 12/05/07
My son is a student in this school. He loves it there. The PTO is very involed in making upgrades to the school. The teachers and Ms Moore are the best! I am so glad we got into KP!
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Posted by a parent on 08/31/07
K-P is a very unique and special place for kids. My children have attended school there for 8 years, cumulatively. The standards are high and yet, reasonable. It is old-fashioned values that make it stand out from the rest. I wouldn't consider having my children anywhere else in Temple.
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Posted by a parent on 05/31/07
As my family continues to research relocating to Houston ISD next school year, I have found this website to be an excellent research tool. I would like to leave a note for others as they might be researching Temple ISD for whatever reasons. My oldest son is a current 5th grader at Kennedy Powell Elementary.
... Read more He has attended this school since Kindergarten. We have been very pleased with the education and discipline implemented throughout the years. The teachers are excellent; they are easy to communicate with,sincerely care about the students, return phone calls and emails promptly. The support staff compliment each other beautifully. As my son graduates from fifth grade, I feel he leaves with a solid foundation-socially and academically. I'm thankful for the experiences he received during his elementary year. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/22/07
As a teacher in Temple ISD, I chose to send both of my kids to KP, even though I work at a different elementary school. This is due to the excellent staff, standards of achievement, and wonderful programs offered only at KP. Those who want the best for their kids should send them to KP if they can.
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Posted by a parent on 05/21/07
This is not just one of the best schools in the town, it's got to be one of the best in the country! The teachers do everything they can to be involved with the students' learning and helping their families in the process, and they honestly care about everyone in their class. The principal is outstanding
... Read more and loves the kids. I might have to move to another state because of my husband's job, but I don't want to at all solely because I know I will never find another place where going to computers, art, and science with specialized teachers will not be encouraged as much, and the sense of community with the school will not be felt like it is here! It breaks my heart to think of taking my son out of here. The teachers are incredible and top-notch!:) Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/19/06
We have been very impressed with K-P. The staff is wonderful! The academic, music and arts program are the best in Temple. Participation in programs like Artsonia keep family members involved regardless of location.The PTA is very active and has a large number of members. Access to the well developed
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Posted by a parent on 06/17/06
Kennedy Powell Elementary is a really wonderful school with wonderful teachers. The kids are well taken care of and the variety of programs are outstanding!
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Posted by a parent on 04/09/06
One of the snobbiest schools in Central Texas. Not really doing a very good job of being so 'excellent.' Don't put your kids here if you like equality.
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School Profile for Kennedy - Powell Elementary School
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Student enrollment:
530
Students per teacher:
13
Full-time teachers:
42
Number of classrooms:
30
Arts
Art
Special Education
Mentally Challenged
Vocational Education
Phys Ed
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Advanced Placement
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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
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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Temple schools — Kennedy - Powell Elementary School is located at 3707 W Nugent Ave, Temple TX 76504. 3707 W Nugent Ave is in the 76504 ZIP code in Temple, TX The school district for Kennedy - Powell Elementary School is the Temple Independent School District. Kennedy - Powell Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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