Some schools have contracts with the students on behavior. The staff s cooperative spirit, dedication to academic achievement and the attitude that every student is important. The schools are responsive to suggestions. Principals and teachers are accessible. The sense of community and safe, supportive atmosphere at the school.
Parents feel welcome and volunteerism is encouraged.
Parents would like to know more about standards so they can help their children achieve them. Eliminate multi-age classes or at least give parents a choice. Multi-age classes don t work for every student and put more stress on the teachers. A return to basics. Additional resources including more books, more programs for gifted and talented students, more classroom materials, upgraded technology.