Jim Thorpe Fundamental School, K-5 (Public)

Did not noticed when kids were being bullied. Made some, not all, kids terrified of failing. Failing is part of life, learning to accept that even if you try your very best you can still fail. Children need to feel safe and be very nurchured. Some teachers my kids have experienced have been so loving and awesome, others have been such a dissapointment. The women who monitor them have been disrespectful at the children, when it wasn't called for at all. The crossguard is in such a sour mood, that you see kids avoiding him at all cost, and parents constantly arguing with him. I will say I've seen some really great things about this school, the involvement you have in the school is great, my kid's education is really advance than most kids in a regular public school. I want the best for my and all kids.

The change in administrative staffing has made a positive impact in the school this year. One of the concerns that before/after-school security was lacking was immediately addressed with additional staff. The general feeling tone is better as well. Parents feel that their concerns are being heard now, which was not something that was happening as much before.

Very dedicated teachers. Main theme taught is 'from kindergarten to college'.

Almost all of the teachers at this school are fantastic especially since they have very little funding for classroom supplies. I applaud what they have been able to do with such limited support as well as the dedication they have for the kids. Music is limited and art is integrated into the academic projects; not taught for art's sake. Sports is basically limited to recess. While a better choice academically than the neighborhood schools and the kids do receive a solid base for future academic achievement, the rules and regulations are overwhelming, tedious, and don't allow for a child's individuality. They don't have much to do with the learning process either, having more to do with personal attributes and habits. Safety and security could be better, which is worrisome but I'm sure that has to do with budget restrictions. Drop off and pick up is a nightmare.

The staff at Jim Thorpe is very helpful. The teachers are outstanding. There is a high level of parent invovlement.

Thorpe is a wondeful school. My son began when Thorpe first opened. Now my daughter will be starting first grade. Both of my children's teachers have been amazing. They encourage and foment parent participation in the classroom.

My daughter attended Kindergarten at Thorpe. It's a shame that we have to relocate and tranfser her to a new school next year. The teachers really work hard with each and every child to bring out the best in them. I'm amazed with everything my daughter has accomplished in the last year! I have nieces and nephews attending this school as well; and I know their parents are extremely happy with the strong staff they have.

It is a very strict school. A lot of parent involvemnet. Principal is always on top of teachers.

Thorpe is an outstanding school. The teachers are dedicated and caring. I am happy to send my child to Thorpe each day knowing that she will be well taken care of. It's also a beautiful new school.

I like this school very much, the teachers are great and the attention that they put on the students is great. The best part is that anytime that you can, your able to spend a day in class and help. Is nice to have teachers that really care about their students.

The teachers and children work very hard, my kindergardener is working at a 2nd grade level. I am very happy with the teachers and the level of work they are doing. I am extremely dissatisfied with the security and lack of staff members supervising the children before and after school. Safety is not taken very seriously.

Extremely happy and amazed at the work the teachers do with the students. Incredibly disappointed with the safety of the children during recess and lunch. Disturbed with the staff with children safety issues.