Pershing Elementary School

A Hidden Gem with Transformative MagicWhen we first considered St. Michael’s Episcopal Day School, I was actually a bit concerned that the class sizes might be too small. I worried that my children might miss out on the social dynamics that come with larger classrooms. But what we discovered instead was something truly special—an intangible magic that’s hard to put into words but has been absolutely transformative for both of my kids.The level of one-on-one attention each student receives is extraordinary. Teachers here don’t just teach—they know each child. They take the time to understand their interests, strengths, and areas where they need extra support. For example, homework packets are not necessarily the same for each child--they are tailored for a bespoke fit based on each child's academic path and needs. This allows for a truly individualized learning experience that has helped my children grow in confidence, curiosity, and capability.Another thing that sets St. Michael’s apart is the incredible sense of community. The collegiality between grade levels is unlike anything I’ve seen before. Older students mentor younger ones, and there’s a genuine sense of care and connection that runs through the entire student body. Watching my kids thrive in an environment where kindness, empathy, and mutual respect are the norm makes my heart so happy.If you’re looking for a school that nurtures not just academic excellence but also emotional intelligence and a deep sense of belonging, St. Michael’s is a rare and wonderful place.

Although the school is closed now I've always wanted to write a review about how they treat children who learn different. I'm not at all surprised that they're now closed down. Maybe if they hadn't kicked children out who they thought would lower their ranking/ percentage, they would have had better luck.. You reap what you sow. My daughter went there briefly for 4th grade But I was told she couldn't return unless I allowed them to fail her. The teacher clearly had prejudice views being that my daughter came from SLPS. One day while picking my daughter up, the teacher said, "Well she can read". Afterwards I stopped speaking to her. So she convinced the principal and the person, I forgot her name, who's supposed to help students needing 1 on 1, that my daughter should repeat fourth grade. I pulled her out and while there are some holes in her education due to transferring to different schools and the pandemic, she will still graduate in 2026. Her wanting to fail my daughter would affect her throughout the years because she really liked the school. We were at peace and away from the bullying and then were given an ultimatum of failing or not returning. This scarred my daughter, but I've been convincing her throughout the years that she can do it and she did not deserve to fail. So while I feel bad for the students at St Roch, I don't feel bad for the staff because they don't care for kids unless they are excelling academically. They cared more about looking like a top performing Catholic school. Now they're no school at all and will now have to accommodate ALL children even those who learn different styles since they've now merged due to low numbers. That's how God and the universe works.