Francis W Parker School

My child has passed to third grade and I am so happy her achievements in her new school which is amazing, in this school she was in second grade and she was constantly bullied, my special child was mistreated very bad by the teacher and her substitute echos I myself stop one day due to talk to me in a nasty way in front of other parents about my special child behavior. The worst school I’ve ever dealt with with.

I regret having my child attend this high school. The only reason I kept him in it was because he made actual friends for the first time. Communication here from parent to staff is non existent. I'm still waiting on replied to my emails from 2024. I've emailed principal Grace Moody multiple times with no response. Same thing with counselor. Children have been assaulted here with chair thrown at head and no one contacted parents. This happened multiple times until a parent spoke up with a possible law suit. Kid got suspended after multiple incidents. First time I saw principal was at graduation. Kids say they barely ever saw her.

After 20 years as an ICSJ family, it is hard to put into words how grateful we are for the incredible experience this school has given our family. Our youngest child graduated in May 2026, and while we are so proud of this milestone, we are also incredibly sad to leave a place that has truly become our second home.ICSJ is more than a school. It is a family of families, and we will always feel connected to this amazing community. Over the years, we have watched our children grow surrounded by teachers, administrators, and staff members who genuinely care about each student and their success. The administration has always been supportive, approachable, and dedicated to creating the best environment possible for students and families. The teachers go above and beyond every day, providing not only an excellent education but also encouragement, guidance, and compassion.One thing that has always stood out to us is the commitment to creating a safe and welcoming environment. The security team is an incredible part of the ICSJ community, and their presence and dedication provide a level of care and protection that many schools do not have.Leaving after 20 years is bittersweet, but we are so thankful for every friendship, memory, and opportunity ICSJ has given our family. We may no longer have a child walking the halls, but we will always be part of the ICSJ family and will forever be grateful for the community that has meant so much to us.

Ours has been a CCS family for 13+ years and has been able to see firsthand how successful the CCS community is at engaging 4-5 years old and helping them grow into confident, capable, and empathetic young adults. In early childhood, the children are nurtured and made to feel safe as they begin their educational journey. In lower school, they are encouraged to be independent, advocate for themselves, and learn how they fit in the community and in the world. In middle school, they are given the tools to think critically, challenged academically, and are guided in the high school selection process, so that they are able to choose a school that is a good fit for them. My oldest is off to college in the fall, my middle child is a freshman in high school, and my youngest is in 3rd grade. They are all thriving. My kids are all very different people and somehow CCS was the perfect fit for each of them. Each of my kids benefited from the challenging academic curriculum but also had the space and support that allowed them to explore their interests and find their unique voices. The entire community at CCS is caring and focuses on bringing out the best in each child academically and emotionally and I am so grateful that our family landed in such a wonderful place.

Our daughter transferred to St Clement as a 6th grader. The first two months were challenging, and we knew joining a close-knit community would take time. What made all the difference was the support we received along the way. Our welcome family didn't just help us during the transition. They have continued to offer friendship and encouragement throughout the year. Her advisory teacher took the time to truly know her, thoughtfully observing her growth socially and academically while keeping in close communication with us as parents. We are also grateful to the many teachers, staff members, students and families who made an effort to include her and help her feel that she belonged. We are thankful not only that our daughter found her place, but for how she got there with patience, kindness, understanding, and genuine care. The experience helped her grow in confidence and resilience that will stay with her far beyond middle school. We are very fortunate to be part of this community and are grateful for all who helped make this transition such a positive one for our family.