Winchester

Parkside is a small school, compared to some. I have never seen a school that does so much for their students and keeps them so interested in school. Then again, I have never seen so many parents take such an interest in the school and turn out for the programs and anything that goes on in the school. I was very active in my children's PTA and they went to large schools, and there were never that many parents to show up for anything. I am very impressed with what my grandchildren are learning and studing. The active PTA I know helps and they get their support from other parents, but they also get the backing from the teachers and all the staff at the school. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.

Our family was part of this school for years (my husband and I are both alumni, we have family who have worked here, and all of our children have gone to school here). Teachers and staff are (were) deeply dedicated and Christ-centered. Unfortunately, the leadership of the church that oversees the school showed a consistent unwillingness to listen to valid concerns raised by staff and parents. When serious concerns were brought forward, the response from church leadership was silence, dismissal and, at times, outright hostility. Teachers who faithfully served were disrespected and mentally abused. Parents who advocated for accountability and Christ-centered resolution were labeled as troublemakers "doing Satan's work". Despite repeated attempts to seek peaceful resolution, no effort was made by leadership to engage in any kind of meaningful conversation. In the end, most of the staff resigned and most families decided not to return. A thriving, 50-year ministry in our community has been damaged by those entrusted with it's care. If you are considering this school - take time to learn who is truly leading it.