24 River Downs
Walkertown, NC 27051

I am a parent of two daughters who attended Carver. My oldest daughter had average to good grades, but when she enrolled at community college, she had to take remedial English and Math courses to be accepted even though she always had above average grades at Carver. She did earn her Associates Degree in Photography with no problems. My youngest daughter had the same experience, along with being labeled as "borderline retarded" according to testing in the third grade. She was always treated as not being expected to excel. She graduated from U. of T. Chattanooga Cum Laude with a degree in Nursing . So much for the school system of Forsyth County.

My grandchildren attended this school. First and second grade for my grandson were okay. He has loved going to school since starting church daycare school at age three. He enjoyed kindergarten, first grade and second grade at Walkertown Elementary. However this year (3rd grade) he hated going to school every day. He would beg to stay home. We finally figured out that the main problem was his teacher who was singling him out and constantly making him apologize to certain other students, for no reason. He was in the gifted program. But, this year he was constantly suppressed in class. The final straw was our granddaughter starting kindergarten there this year and, immediately, we noticed she was digressing in her learning and social skills. After attending Walkertown Elementary for a month, we withdrew them and started homeschooling. They are MUCH happier and are learning at a much faster pace.

Walkertown is not a great school especially if your African American! They do not treat kids fair. They don't have a 8th grade graduation only a award ceremony for students who are picked by teachers and if your parents donates to the school. I'm very disappointed in the school!

One of the worst decisions I’ve ever made I didn’t have motivation to come to class and always felt like an outsider. A lot of teachers are hard and dont think about how we have a life outside of school.

I taught at this school for many years and have nothing but positive things to say about the students, parents, and staff members. I am filled with pride when I think about my time at the school and miss teaching there very much. The students are challenged academically and held to high standards, but they generally rise to and exceed these standards. The college professors in particular will hold the kids to account, and it shows in their development both as students and individuals. If you want your child to develop a strong work ethic, feel supported by both their peers and teachers, and grow into thoughtful, respectful, and diligent individuals, send them to this school!Please be mindful that this school is not for everyone. Students will be enrolled in college courses immediately and this has proven to be difficult for some individuals. The school also does not offer after-school sports (students can still participate, just at their neighborhood school), however there is an abundance of clubs on various days that almost all students participate in. Parents also need to understand that micromanaging their students' coursework is a no-go here. College professors sometimes outright refuse to speak with parents as they only communicate with the students themselves. Don't be turned off by this - it simply encourages the students to learn how to speak to their professors when they need help (questions, extensions, etc). In my opinion, this is one of the most important life skills that is taught at the school. That being said, parents are still a HUGE part of the Early College family and are encouraged to volunteer whenever possible. The school provides ample opportunities for families to get involved and participate in their kids' high school experience. I truly loved my experience here. I am so proud of my students and I had so much fun watching them develop into incredible, thoughtful, intelligent, and creative individuals.