Elizabeth Lane Elementary School

Posted March 4, 2009

I completely agree with the parent from December 2008. Although the teaching and test scores in this school is second to none, I believe that the average, healthy, silly, fun loving child is looked at as a school disadvantage if they don't consistently exceed expectations. Only meeting expectations is not acceptable at Elizabeth Lane, not even in Kindergarten, and they take themselves way too seriously. There is also a strong bias against working mothers if they cannot 150% participate in their childrens class rooms.
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Posted December 4, 2008

I've had 3 children in this school. My first 2 children were in all the Talent Development programs through 5th grade and had a wonderful experience. My last child did not test as a Talent Development child. He only did average. His teachers seemed to resent the fact that he was 'pulling down the average' in their class. My quiet, average son was worked harder and singled out in the class when he did not perform above grade level. He started hating the way his teachers made him feel so much that we had to pull him out of the school entirely. The school perceived that he was a problem if he didn't make their school a high scoring test school. If your child is above average and talented I highly recommend this school. If not, STEER CLEAR.
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Posted January 21, 2006

As a single Mom, I was very disappointed with the bias opinion from not only the teachers but the office staff as well.
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Posted August 19, 2004

When our family moved to Charlotte, we wanted to choose a community that was near the BEST Public Elementary School. After many interviews with Principals, Teachers and Parent Volunteers, my wife and I chose Elizabeth Lane (ELE). This was the BEST educational decision we have ever made for our children. Our Son Cameron s Kindergarten Teacher, Miss Lowry had the unique ability to 'personalize' her teaching approach, for each of her students. She recognized each student's unique strengths and needs. In First Grade, Ms. Anthony continued this same personalized approach. I am proud to say, Cameron received ALL '3's' on his 1st Grade report card for the entire year (except for one, '2' during the 1st semester ('behavior needs slight improvement). It did improve! Our 5 year old son is now enrolled in Kindergarten at ELE. ELE s Principal, Ms. Burnham, directs the BEST Elementary School Program in Charlotte.
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