Jhs 104 Simon Baruch

This is a good school because my child is making academic progress, is excited about learning, and enjoys the school community. The class sizes are larger than the ideal size. Yet, even with the larger class sizes, the teachers meet the challenges and they are experienced and qualified. The parent involvement is great. Since the school and the parents work together, it benefits the children. (I hope this year goes well.)

I am a long-time parent and an active member of the school community. The school has been in a decline over the years with current deaf students leaving in droves. It's a shame, because I had high hopes for the school. I would love to see more representation and inclusion from the top-down (including the administrators - none of whom are deaf). Very inconsistent use of ASL - not used in the classrooms, elementary ASL class without a curriculum, and no ASL class in middle school. My children will not be returning next year.

I am a former student who attended the Epiphany School for nine years. My lower school experience was mostly positive, but once I entered the upper school it all changed dramatically. Apart from a couple of great teachers, the rest were there not to teach, but to slam students with homework. I felt like I was teaching myself. It also seemed like half of them felt fed up with the entire concept of teaching or were more interested in checking their cell phones than doing their job. There was zero discipline in the classroom, with loud and disrespectful kids and no rules. The principal is impersonable and gives a strong impression that she does not care. There was a lot of bullying going on as well, which was either unnoticed or completely ignored by teachers. There were many cliques, and majority of students acted vicious if you did not agree with their views. I write this now with firsthand knowledge of what a good school experience can be like somewhere else. It is truly night and day!

Have had a great experience here so far. Great school overall.

Incredible teachers where they know your child and take time to chat with them when time allows. My child LOVES school! Academics are strong, hence their Blue Ribbon status! I must add there are (too) many half days that can be difficult to coordinate, since the day would end at 11:30am.