Durham Middle School

This school is amazing!I just moved from Brazil with my two kids in August and the school is being so supportive to my girls. The students, teachers, everybody is so kind and helpful. The PTO is hard working and the building is so clean, well organized and beautiful.My kids, as foreigners, have a ESOL teacher that teaches them English every single day.I love Russom!!!!

I’m so sad that our time at Frey is ending. Middle school next year! Frey has been welcoming to us since 2020 and our experiences have been great. Wonderful teachers and supportive admin. The office staff is lovely and happy to help.

As an educator myself, I relocated schools for work so I was on the hunt for a safe space for my son to learn and grow for his remaining elementary years. We’ve found that Lewis Elementary has offered his best elementary years. The wonderful administrators, teachers, and staff at LES are welcoming and kind which allows me to drop my son off daily with a smile on his face excited for the day ahead. I see the same eagerness reflected in so many others as they approach from the car line and I know it’s because of how much each staff member pours into students academically and personally. We’re forever grateful for this loving, inclusive community and how they’ve embraced our family. If we could do anything different, we’d choose this school over and over and this time do K-5. That’s a statement in itself because as an employee, I can choose it send my kid wherever in the county but Lewis truly is a hidden gem.

We switched to Ford from a different school to this school, and the difference has been astounding. Our boys are actually happy to go to school now. Their progress has skyrocketed. Sitting in a classroom with other kids who actually want to learn has made them want to learn as well. The people in the front office somehow actually know my name... and my kid's name... and the name of every single kid there it seems. That isn't even really necessary, but the fact that the teachers and staff seem to love these kids and know that they are all a part of something special is obvious. The bottom line to other parents is, if you've got problems with your kids and you're looking for the source of said problems, you'll be wasting your time to point the finger at this school. Try looking inward. :-D

We absolutely love Bullard. The teachers are truly exceptional - caring, dedicated, and invested in each child. They create a nurturing classroom environment while still maintaining high academic standards. My children are excited to go to school every day. The principal is equally impressive and sets a positive tone for the entire school. He is extremely visible, approachable and clearly committed to academic excellence. We are so grateful to be a part of such a wonderful school community and highly recommend it to any family looking for an excellent elementary school.

La mejor escuela, un ambiente acogedor donde los niños se puede desarrollar bastante bien maestras para cuidados especiales 100% recomendadas

My child has been at Pickett's Mill for the last three years and we have loved the experience. When we had to take on another child for a year due to a military deployment they helped them out and made them feel so welcomed. The PTA is very active and they put on some great events. We always look forward to them!

As an Alumni, I implore you to send your kids anywhere else. Will they be college ready? Sure. That’s about the only benefit. The administration have all known each other for years, and will make excuses/ back each other up no matter what. They make examples out of children who make mistakes while taking no accountability themselves. I graduated a few years ago and after having several years of true adulthood under my belt, I have yet to meet a more hypocritical, graceless, judgmental, group of people (And I work in healthcare). A majority of teachers hired are personal friends or friends of friends, regardless of qualification. Teachers children/ children whose parents donate are favored and it’s very apparent, speaking from experience. If your child does not fit their mold, they will be treated as they as lesser than. I graduated with my faith hanging on by a thread. There are a very small handful of teachers there who I think stay to try to make a difference. I owe them everything.