Harbor Palms

Used to be a decent school when Dr. Moss was there. The new principal came from private school and it shows. Has no respect for the ESE kids, if you push back she will send you packing. A lot of the teachers here are just buying time until retirement. Only a handful of teachers TRULY care and most of them are in the ESE team. HUGE issue with bullying!! Talked to multiple parents who have switched their kids out of Oldsmar due to the bullying problem.

I highly recommend having a lawyer on speed dial if your child attends this school. Especially to ensure accurate and unbiased records are being kept. Accountability is elusive and paper trials are curated with precision to shield the administration from scrutiny. Expect a tightly controlled narrative that (conveniently) omits key context, concerns, and evidence provided from the student/parent. Don’t believe me? Ask to review official records. Unfortunately, you cannot assume good faith. Decisions affecting student outcomes can be made without transparency, communication, or compassion. Critical meetings are rushed, imbalanced and tightly controlled - leaving families outnumbered, and little to no room for true advocacy or protection. In my experience, they have documented exaggerated or false claims in official records, denied parents access to Zoom recordings of key meetings, and more. If you believe the school district will act as an unbiased party, don’t be fooled. They rely solely on the school’s internal narrative- ignoring concerns brought by parents or students altogether. In my case, legal safeguards were sidestepped entirely to reach a predetermined outcome. Transparency and fairness? Nowhere to be found.Unless your child has a very strong adult advocate, they may have no real shot at justice within these walls. I urge any parent (especially those with an IEP, 504, or any emotional/behavioral challenges) to bring third-party advocates and legal counsel to any meetings. Record all communications and request everything in writing. At this school, documentation is weaponized, not used as a safeguard. And without legal eyes on every detail, children easily become the scapegoat for the school and system’s failures.

Excelente escuela para nuestros hijos, el personal es muy agradable y respetuoso el principal es como un padre con nuestros hijos El único punto débil de la escuela es la teacher Mrs Barber en verdad es una pena que existan personas como esa señora enseñando a niños vivimos una experiencia muy desagradable con dicha señora gracias a dios pudimos cambiar a mi niña de clase y todo fluyó de maravilla. Mrs Barber recuerde siempre que usted trabaja con niños no todos son iguales los hay más tranquilos que otros, mi niña es de un gran corazón pero yo sé qué es un poco intranquila pero usted como profesional debe saber lidiar con distintos comportamientos de los estudiantes y no hacer de ellos niños inseguros que pierdan el deseo de ir a la escuela por su culpa recuerde son niños y merecen el mejor de nuestro trato .

We’ve had two children attend Curlew Creek Elementary, one who has already graduated and another currently in 4th grade, and our experience has been nothing short of amazing. In all our years at the school, we have never had a negative experience with a teacher or staff member. Every teacher and administrator we’ve encountered genuinely cares about what is best for each child and works hard to support their unique needs.One of the things that makes Curlew Creek so special is the strong sense of community. There are many involved families who support the teachers and hold their children accountable for learning and education. The PTA is very active and plans wonderful events like Trunk or Treat and the Carnival that bring families together and make the school experience even more memorable.The administration is always available, responsive, and supportive. Most importantly, the teachers at Curlew Creek are exceptional. I would confidently put the quality of our teachers up against any public, private, or charter school in the area. We truly have the absolute best teachers at Curlew Creek, and we feel incredibly fortunate to be part of this school community!

My daughter has really enjoyed her experience at Highland Lakes. After considering many schools (charter and private) we are happy we with the school we were zoned for.

My kids have been very happy at this school. The teachers really care about the students and their success. We feel comfortable with the measures they have taken during the pandemic. We have had no instances of bullying with my two kids. I feel that communication with parents could be improved upon. It would be nice to see like a weekly flyer or something letting us know what the kids are working on.

My daughter is thriving here at SHMA! What matters most to our family is the relationship she has with her teachers (they essentially are where the rubber hits the road) and her teachers are supportive, Montessori trained, compassionate, foster a love of learning, and are very knowledgeable. According to her MAP testing she is performing at and above grade level. We are grateful for this school.

Our time at this school has been filled with challenges that any potential families should know about. Despite numerous formal complaints against the administration the Diocese has remained silent. This lack of action raises troubling questions about transparency and accountability. Important issues are being swept under the rug, leaving us to wonder what is truly happening behind the scenes. We’ve witnessed a heartbreaking exodus of families, not due to graduation, but from deep dissatisfaction with the school environment. Prior to enrolling please ask how many families do not re enroll as it speaks volumes about the current state of the school. The teacher turnover is equally alarming; many dedicated teachers have departed, leaving behind a mix of those who feel stuck and others who seem to compromise on the values we hold dear. While some teachers genuinely care to support their students, others seem to bring the entire program down. Do you really want your child to re-learn basics of matter in 8th grade? The minimal extracurricular offerings, given the significant cost of attending this school, are simply outrageous. If you’re considering enrolling your child, please be wary of the misleading false advertisements. One of the most troubling aspects is how bullying and favoritism are handled. It appears that if you’re a wealthy donor, your child can escape the consequences of their actions, while others face harsh treatment. Speaking up about administrative decisions or questioning disciplinary actions will lead to your child being targeted and humiliated in ways that no child should experience. The punitive measures in place are excessive, with consequences ranging from suspensions to month long isolation during lunch, and even the decision not to publish student awards. This creates a culture steeped in negativity and fear, rather than one that fosters growth and support.Please consider other Catholic or private school options before putting yourselves and your children through this distressing experience.