I have three children at this school and its their third one. I must say the transition was great. The teachers, staff and principal were all very welcoming and comforting. Great academics. My only wishwould be that they have middle of the school year awards recognition to keep the parents involved
... Read more and proud. I will also stress the importance of school and for child and parent. It would further show the children to keep up the good work. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/08/09
I attended many schools both overseas and stateside while I was growing up a military child, now the spouse of a military member raising my own children in many different schools I can not say enough POSITIVE things about Tower Elementary. Out of all the schools I have been envolved with Tower far exceeds
... Read more any of them in all areas. My son started Tower in the Pre K three year Old Program and is now in Kindergarten, he has recieved a wonderful educational foundation. My other child attends the High School in Burkburnett which is just as amazing in all areas. The teachers, paraprofessionals, office staff and administration are always helpful and cheerful . Tower has a warm and nurturing atmosphere and I will be truely sad the day we have to move. Towers support of our military members and their families is GREAT! Top notch school!! Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/08/09
I love this school. Loving and caring teachers and great programs like the Ipod program for Pre-K. LOVE IT!
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Posted by a parent on 05/08/08
My daughter attend thrid grade at Tower Elementary. In the area of academics, I could not have been more pleased. Her teachers were supportive and helpful at all times.
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Posted by a parent on 02/12/08
This is my child's first year at Tower. He has been both challenged and supported, while having fun learning. The entire staff, from the principal to the teachers to the recess people, are caring and supportive of the students and parents. Parental involvment is incredible as we are always welcomed
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Posted by a parent on 02/08/08
My child has attended John Tower for the PRE-K program. He had a very hard time adjusting and it may have been because of his teachers high expectations. My child is not really coming home with any thing spectacular to lead me to believe he is getting a head start in this program. I am removing my
... Read more son from the program and neither of my children will be attending John Tower next year. Although they may be comparable academically to other schools in the area, they are lacking in student support. When I needed support from the office personnel they were rude and gave me the run around. For a school that says it supports the military family, I have recieved nothing but strife. Transportation is a strong issue with this school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/12/07
Our youngest son attened this school for 6 months and it was the best 6 months he has ever had! The teachers are super. The parent envolvement is the best i have ever seen. I think it is a great they let the parents go everyday for lunch and they set up there own tables for them! The principal is wonderful.
... Read more Everyone was so friendly and the kids were so nice as well, everyone showed respect, something i don't see where we are from. Keep up the great work. Miss this school! Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/08/07
The staff are eager to work with children and communicate well with parents. As in every school there are those who are less than stellar, but overall, the quality of education here is exceptional!!! The office staff are friendly and knowledgable and quick to give information needed or send you to the
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Posted by a parent on 10/02/07
My daughter started at Tower the second half of 1st grade. She had to adjust to the Saxon Phonics but did well ending the school year on the A-B Honor Roll. For 2nd grade she excelled by being a straight A student all year, but I was concerned with the small of home-work that she received all year.
... Read more I spoke with the teacher about it and nothing changed. She got selected for the Advanced Learning Program and will begin for 3rd grade. Hopefully, she will be challenged more this coming school year because she has often times told my husband and I that she is bored in class. As involved parents we are concerned with the foundation that she is being provided. With us being dual military we will leave the area in the next 2 years and I would hate to see her suffer academically when we leave here. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/17/07
As an active parent in the school, I can say from many experiences that this school's staff is amazing. Most are willing to give 100% to their students and it shows. But the lack of overall staff moral is lacking. The principal cares about no one but herself.
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Wichita Falls schools — John Tower Elementary School is located at 5200 Hooper Dr, Wichita Falls TX 76306. 5200 Hooper Dr is in the 76306 ZIP code in Wichita Falls, TX The school district for John Tower Elementary School is the Burkburnett Independent School District. John Tower Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 5.
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