Fishtown

The experience is worth it UkAnd I love the teachers

As a Black family with two children currently attending Fort Garrison Elementary, I wanted to share our experience, which has been very different from some of the negative reviews posted here.Choosing the right school is one of the most important investments we make in our children’s future. We had the option to send our children to private school, even though it would have come at a financial cost. Instead, we decided to give Fort Garrison a chance. We are glad we did and have not been disappointed.Our children are showing steady growth academically, socially, and emotionally. The teachers—especially the more experienced ones—are truly on point. We have seen genuine care, structure, and professionalism in the classroom. While I do think the broader Maryland/Baltimore County curriculum can sometimes feel limiting for gifted students who want to push further, that is a systemic issue and not a reflection of the school itself. Within the framework they are given, the staff does a strong job.We did experience a bullying situation with one of our children. After trying to resolve it directly with the other family without success, we went through the appropriate school channels. The principal responded quickly, and the issue was addressed promptly and effectively. I was impressed by how seriously it was taken and how fast it was resolved.I understand that the school has a relatively small Black demographic, reflecting the surrounding neighborhood. However, in our personal experience, our children have been treated fairly and supported appropriately. When we have raised concerns, we have felt heard. Race is a complex issue in this country, but from our vantage point, we have not experienced hostility or unequal treatment.No school is perfect, but Fort Garrison Elementary has been a positive environment for our family. The school appears to be thriving, and we are grateful for the educators and staff who work hard every day for our children. My only regret is not being able to volunteer and support the school community as much as I would like.

like i have to agree with this one comment about it being like good before 4th and 5th grade fr...... cuz like 4th grade was kinda bad but 5th was a JOURNEY. first, my homeroom teacher (which i won't say the name of so she can keep her job) was very, very rude to students. she would be yelling at this one guy and insulting him fr.. next, the kids there are coming after the special education kids and making jokes about them.. oh yeah and the school is hella getto.. someone's weave got pulled out for goodness sake! like every kid there going to 4th grade for 2024 - 2025 is probably going to be looking for fights like last year' s 5th graders.. so unless you want your kid to come out as getto and terrible as them no matter how good of a kid they are, DO. NOT. COME.