Blowing Spring

As the mother of an autistic child, I don’t recommend Rossville School. They haven't experience with autistic children and don’t follow my son's Individualized Education Program (IEP) regarding how he should be taught; they treat him as if he were a neurotypical child who understands everything. It doesn't matter if the teacher has an assistant or not, the result is always the same: they exclude my child from activities and don't address his needs, as everything remains only on paper. By law, an autistic child is enrolled in these schools with typically developing children his age so that he can be included, not excluded, and so that he can participate in and progress through the general curriculum alongside the other children. But at this school, no matter what you say, do, or who you talk to, the teacher will always say there isn't enough time or support to teach him according to his IEP. At this point, I still don't understand the purpose of the IEP if they don't put it into practice.

An excellent school with a caring staff and administration. The teachers and administrators bring academic excellence to every part of the school.

My son is in 5th grade this year at SCE! He has attended this school since kindergarten. The educators and school administrators here are truly wonderful. They care deeply for the children that attend SCE. A large percentage of the schools children live in lower income households, and our principal is always providing parents with helpful information & events pertaining to free/reduced services in our community. We have a food pantry in front of the school that is open 24/7 for anyone who needs to stop by. I personally believe that children are better off attending a school with a diverse student population. Children from all walks of life attend school here. I give partial credit to Jacobs experience at SCE, for his humility, compassion, understanding, and willingness to help others. All of Jacobs teachers have been so kind and helpful to him during his years at SCE. They are all great at communicating important information to the parents. Jacob has told me many times how much he loves it at SCE. It’s a relieving and happy feeling to know that your child is not only being taught academics at school, but he is also being taught many life/ socials skills daily, and is always supported and encouraged by his peers, teachers, & other administrative staff members.

No school is perfect, but I have been impressed by the genuine attempt of the school to handle issues appropriately, both with grace and with consequences. I have worked in the MS for six years, and I believe the school is heading in the right direction as it seeks to challenge students academically and spiritually. Come take a tour and I believe you'll see the heart we have for your students.