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We have two children with very different needs. I've found the teachers to be responsive, thoughtful and creative, and the staff to be loving and helpful. The PTA is also very involved with the school, and I feel like it's an environment where everyone is supported to the best of their abilities. It's also adorable that there are CHICKENS on site.

My family loves Atlas International School! We feel like we hit the education (and life) jackpot when we discovered the school! My two girls who are now rising 7th and 9th graders have been there since 1st grade and preschool. Things we absolutely LOVE about Atlas (and what sets them apart from other schools) -* Small class sizes! This truly allows for a much more personalized learning environment, catering to each student's needs! They encourage critical thinking and really push students to go beyond the curriculum. The school fosters a love for learning, utilizing many different approaches for teaching. Both of my girls are way ahead of their grades, and we truly believe this is due to their years at Atlas. * Languages! Both of my girls can understand full conversations in both Spanish and French. My oldest is completely fluent in both. My youngest is not quite fluent but close. It's amazing how well they know and understand the languages having only learned through Atlas! My 9th grader plans to minor in Spanish in conjunction with whatever else she majors in once in college as she feels it will be important for any career path she chooses. I am certain that would not have happened had she not gone to Atlas as neither my husband or I speak it!? * Music! This is a big one. Both of my girls are truly exquisite on the piano. No doubt, Atlas started this love. We were fortunate to be able to get a piano for our home which encouraged it while not at school. They can also play violin thanks to learning through Atlas, though piano is what both truly love. * Public speaking! Atlas has different projects throughout the year - poetry teahouse, wax museum, geography / science / math fairs, and different social studies and science projects - all of which require presenting to an audience. It makes me so proud to see how great my girls are at getting up in front of a crowd and completely CRUSHING it. I know this will be an incredible tool they will use throughout their entire lives and am so grateful they do it with such confidence and ease!* Healthy Foods! Another big one (for me). As an ingredient reader and health nut, it gives me peace of mind knowing that my girls are only able to bring healthy lunches to school. I also appreciate that their friends and fellow students are held to the same standard. When kids are forced to choose healthy options, it becomes second nature. Additionally, it helps their overall well-being which goes hand in hand with learning.

At Cathedral some teachers and administrators genuinely care about the students and consistently show respect to all families. Those individuals create a supportive environment and set a positive example for students.At times, it felt like only certain students and families were truly welcomed and valued. The high principal turnover has also been concerning and creates a lack of stability. As a faith-based school, there should be more consistency in leading with kindness, fairness, and God’s love toward all students and families.Suggested Changes:Communication needs significant improvement. Staff could benefit from additional leadership, communication, and professionalism training to better support students and families.Overall:For the cost of private school tuition, families expect stronger communication, consistency, and treatment. Unfortunately, our experience in those areas was often disappointing.