West Broad Elementary School

Long story short my son went to burrogs elementary school for one year he was at first grade and He hate his teacher name wooddell, kate, he said she treated him different than other kids maybe because he is Latino and some how she was discriminating on himHe stated that she was yealing of him Now we moved him to imagine academy and his whole life changed 360 degrees he is so happy now he loved his school

Mr. Scott followed a very hands off principal who was absent or disengaged most of the time. When he came to Highland last year, the school was a mess. Bullying and harassment was pervasive and parents overtook the school to their pleasure. He came, set order in the school, implemented strict discipline expectations for staff and students. He even held parents accountable for our conduct. I did not like him at all until I saw the difference in my childs reading performance. I must admit, I was leary of having a stern African-American male leading a school in a community that has little to no positive Black males. He often brags about being the first Black male in the school's 120 year history. He decided to leave to pursue a doctorate. The school has not been the same since he left. I will miss him. I hope Columbus City Schools knows what they lost. The very parents that did not like him because of his color are now saying they miss him.

The worst experience of my life. These people shouldn't even be allowed to operate a school.

Administration has the attitude of their way or the highway. Teachers are permitted to bully and many are sub par as to ability and/or effectiveness. Expect to spend many hours with your child augmenting the educational process at home. Influx of outside neighborhood children brings an increase in disciplinary issues.

As a 1st grader, I attended Lindbergh the first year it opened in 1991, after being closed for years. I can only remember positive experiences during my time there, and it was all great memories. My 3 kids have attended since Pre K. Lindbergh is very engaging and holds several fun family activities throughout each year that take place outside school hours, that we continue to look forward to that provide learning, free books and keepsakes for the whole family. Not the same staff from the 90s, but lots of tenured staff and principal Mrs T has remained committed to and accountable of the school for years, overseeing amazing staff. Lindbergh has always been supportive of my children's needs, particularly with my child that was very difficult. I never felt he was treated unfairly or judged and appreciated the advocacy provided by all staff involved (Mrs D was a saint!). secretary, Ms B facilitates all admin and non classroom stuff, and really stays on top of of everything . She's incredible! The Librarian Mrs F has been there years, and works hard at keeping the library full, holds book fairs, along with several other contributions to the school. Kindergarten teacher Mr H Is awesome. I made sure all my kids had him, because of his teaching style, tolerance and ability to provide a space that was not intimidating. My kids transitioned to K smoothly. Mrs T in 1st grade has the best skillset and resources to introduce children to reading and I absolutely loved the environment in her room. She took a unique approach to teaching. Only downside is the third grade 'dynamic duo' (Mr G & Ms B) left before my last child had a chance to have them. They were top notch!, and Mrs H in 5th grade will soon be retiring before he's in 5th. Shes is a absolute gem, and the most compassionate educator I've met. It happens, and it's not negative, just a bummer. I can't think of a concern, or time that was never heard, and acted upon accordingly. I know this is long, but this is a honest opinion of a school that I have willingly sent my children, and been involved with for over well over a decade in total, even though the scores aren't perfect. I could have tried the lottery, but trust my kids are safe and know staff genuinely cares. people fail to realize that parent engagement goes a long way and kids do best with involved parents. I guarantee if more parents remained consistently involved, students would thrive and scores would increase! We'll miss L.E.S when that time comes!