7 Harkfort Rd
Newark, DE 19702

I currently attend Gauger, and it’s not really as bad as people say it is. The teachers (at least mine) are nice and want to help you. One particular 8th grade teacher seems really mean and strict at first but what she teaches is super helpful and she really isn’t that bad when you’re used to it. There is a strong Cambridge Honors Program for grades 6-8. In 8th grade, the advanced students be challenged with Algebra I high school math. The teachers the music electives and others are fun too. We have a reward system where Cobra (our mascot) Cash is given to students by staff, and we can use it for raffles every other Friday, or some PBS events. Fights are frequent though, usually at least 1 per week. I guess I’m kinda a “teachers pet” for staying out of trouble, so I can’t really tell you what else goes on other than what I have seen/experienced.

My child is excited to go to school in the mornings (mostly) every day. Almost every staff member greets my child by name. My child’s teachers communicate general and individualised message to parents frequently. The principal and the staff seem to really care about the children and families, and encourage family participation. Brader is a little hidden gem amongst the elementary schools.