I have decided to remove my son from this school. He too was being bullied last year. The teachers seem to have no control over the class rooms. My son went from making 'A-B' honor roll to making straight 'C's and was asking my wife and I to let him change schools. From what I see the Terrell ISD deals
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Posted by a parent on 08/06/08
Well, I have not had the best experiences with this school. My granddaughter is a student there and she has been subjected to bullying and ridicule. She is very self-conscious about her weight and has been teased unmercifully. I have gone to the administrative staff for help and have ended up having
... Read more to deal with it myself. I don't know if they are afraid of the students, or if they are afraid they will upset certain parents, but we have kind of been on our own on these issues. Oh, they listen and even agree that it's not a good situation, but if something gets done, it's me that does it. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/10/08
I think the programs are fine. The music and art activities are fine.The problem I have with this school is the bullying and the lack of help for the victims.
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Posted by a parent on 10/15/06
Wood is a fair school, it offers education to well behaved students that can learn easily. The teachers and leadership at this school are quick to judge students and don t attempt to know the children on individual bases. They do not try to help the students in need of certain life defining skills,
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Posted by a student on 05/31/06
Quality of education is fair. Music, art, and computer are rotated on a 9 week basis. Extracurricular activities are very limited. Parental involvement is severely lacking.
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Posted by a parent on 04/19/06
I have 3 children that attend TISD schools, 2 which attend Wood. My oldest son is Autistic and requires special attention and help. Wood is wonderful. There's no more to say, you would just have to experience for yourself. The school takes pride in its teaching and helps children strive to their fullest
... Read more potential. The teachers are wonderful. They have fun with the students which make the children want to go to school. The Principal of Wood loves and cares for the well-being and education of all the kids. You won't ever be disappointed with this School. Read less
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Terrell schools — Dr Bruce Wood Intermediate School is located at 121 Poetry Rd, Terrell TX 75160. 121 Poetry Rd is in the 75160 ZIP code in Terrell, TX The school district for Dr Bruce Wood Intermediate School is the Terrell Independent School District. Dr Bruce Wood Intermediate School is a Public school that serves grade levels 5 - 6.
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