Jennings School

My kids attended this school, all 3 of them have had the same kindergarten teacher. All the staff members are great, including the principal. They keep an open communication with the parents and check in all the time so we know exactly how are kids are doing.

Do NOT accept a lottery acceptance from this school. Only the teachers in this school really care for the students, the counselor even picks favorites, usually with the female students. The P.E. teacher only cares for participation and does not care if you physically cannot participate, or even for medical reasons. The teachers there is a lottery in itself, you could get an amazing teacher who really wants the kid to flourish, or one who doesn't care for your student whatsoever.

First year at this school. There is a new principal, after the long-term principal went to another school. Enrollment is very high due to the Coronavirus and the fact that the diocese never closed down the schools. This school is a great neighborhood school with teachers who care. I was very surprised at the amount of clubs and sports teams the school has. The students are taught catholic values and i'm so happy that my daughter is being taught about our great country and our heroes when so many public schools seem to be at war with the police and patriotism overall.

We have two daughters at Unquowa, one in kindergarten and one in first grade, and after exploring many options (including our well-rated public school, several independent schools, such as Green Farms, Foote, Fraser Woods, and others) we found the ideal balance of academic rigor and socialemotional wellness here.The emphasis on community is evident the moment you step on campus. As a health-conscious family, we value Unquowa’s commitment to nutrition, outdoor time, movement, and athletics. It is truly exceptional. Even our kindergartener, who initially wanted nothing to do with soccer, has been inspired by the school culture and coaches to want to participate. That intrinsic motivation speaks volumes.Small class sizes allow children to be truly known. Our first grader has fallen in love with learning. She reads for pleasure, reflects on characters and plot, asks thoughtful questions, recognizes art in the community, excels at chess, and is genuinely excited about math. We recently traveled to a Spanish-speaking country, and her language skills at this age were exactly what we had hoped for.The kindergarten program builds confidence early, giving children opportunities to be on stage and speak in front of peers. Teachers are deeply attentive, learning specialists are proactive and knowledgeable, and leadership matters: Head of School Sharon is visibly committed to each and every student.I’ve read a few one-star reviews and was surprised by them. While no school is right for every child, claims that Unquowa does not take bullying seriously or caters only to children with learning disabilities do not reflect our experience. In fact, several families we know came to Unquowa because of bullying elsewhere, and we have consistently seen social issues addressed thoughtfully and proactively. The school supports all learning styles - our children do not have learning disabilities and are thriving both academically and socially.Unquowa is inclusive, thoughtful, and focused on critical thinking rather than pushing viewpoints. I’ve never observed favoritism, only a genuine effort to nurture each child’s strengths and spirit.For families seeking a warm, values-driven community that prioritizes both academic excellence and emotional well-being, Unquowa has been an exceptional fit for our family.