My children have both attended this school. I am extremely dissatisfied with the principal the staff. They do nothing to the children who harm others and nothing for the children who are harmed. Zero protection.
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Posted by a parent on 06/04/09
I love this school. I have a 2nd and a 5th grader the teachers are wonderful. The prinicipal meets the students and shakes every single childs hand in the morning. They truly put the children first. You can always call for anything and they will do whatever they can to help you. They encourage each child
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Posted by a parent on 10/26/08
My child attends Northside in the first grade. She has A.D.H.D. The teacher and school counselor works with her to help her improve.
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Posted by a parent on 03/27/08
Wonderful campus atmosphere! Students come first! Academics are top notch. All students are welcomed and valued. The Principal and teachers are wonderful.
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Posted by a parent on 03/26/08
I think this is a very good elementary school in a bigger district. Many teachers have been there a long time. The princiapl does a great job and the building is pretty nice considering it's age. Location is good and the playground and library are pretty good also.
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Posted by a parent on 03/12/06
My goodness! You couldn't ask for a better school for your children to attend! The atmosphere, and dedication to student success in a positve environment puts this school far above the rest. The school is smaller and I truly think that it makes the difference . Your children will not be just a number,
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Posted by a parent on 09/15/05
My daughter is presently attending Northside. She has attended a private school in the past, however, we could not afford the tuition and enrolled her in public shool. We, as well as my daughter have been extremely pleased with Northside. I am impressed with the teachers, the principal and the quality
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Posted by a parent on 02/29/04
The principal has the mindset that parents don't know anything. Volunteers are asked to make copies and stick stickers on things rather than interact with the children. Children are kept in from recess to be drilled in reading and other basic skills, which only makes them resentful and makes reading
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Posted by a parent on 12/12/03
I am very sorry to say that my child and I have had some very disappointing experiences at Northside this year and last year. The homework overload is way too much to handle and the punishment for not finishing your work on time is way to strick. I think my child had maybe one recess last year and
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Waxahachie schools — Northside Elementary School is located at 801 Brown St, Waxahachie TX 75165. 801 Brown St is in the 75165 ZIP code in Waxahachie, TX The school district for Northside Elementary School is the Waxahachie Independent School District. Northside Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels 1 - 5.
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