320 W Byrd Ave
Coolidge, AZ 85128

More need for: Teaching about unity, respect. acceptance and accountability.

I would not shy away from West Elementary. They have a dedicated staff and work hard to promote inclusion for all students, their families, and the community at large. The district is rural and unfortunately has to deal with the financial challenges that come with the location. There is high mobility and absenteeism within the school which makes providing services consistently a difficult in many ways. However, if the student attends regularly they can expect individualized learning opportunities, and great support for special needs students (including gifted). My biggest concern is the pervasive attitude, among students, that physical violence solves issues. This is something the school (and district at large) has been working hard to change with consistent consequences and by providing education on alternative responses.

Just when I thought things were beginning to turn around for this school and the district they don't ask ms broadley back as the assistant principal. I had the opportunity to meet with her many times this year. She is the only administrator who worked with the community andput on events to showcase the kids work throughout the year. My child got in a lot of trouble. But he always saidms broadley treated him with respect and was fair. She continue as the asistant principal at this school. The community likes her and the kids do too. But again the district doesn't value their great employees and we lost another one that was all about the kids. Maybe the board should start to look at getting rid of the administration at the district office. They do not seem to be making decisions based on what's best for the kids. There is no rhyme or reason to things they are doing.