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Parent Reviews (8 reviews)
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Having been in the BSCSD for over 11 years, I can honestly say from experience that this school district just keeps getting better and better. Tax payers should not be worried that your tax dollars are being spent in vain. The teachers actually care about our kids and the parent involvement keeps the schools up in the realm of excellence. The extracurricular activities are sure to please all. When there was a threat of losing our music program, community-based support became involved and we now have a stable and succesful music program.
Our third child is now attending BSMS, and each child's experience has been very positive. You can see how much the staff enjoys working with this age group as evidenced in the way they greet the kids in the hall, the time they spend afterschool helping, or just talking with students, and in the clubs, intramurals, and sports they provide. Great attention is given to help ease the transition into Grade 6, including letters and visits in the 5th grade classrooms by the MS principal. The 8th graders have opportunities to take advanced math, science and art courses, as well as complete their first year of a foreign language. The PTA is active in the school and maintains a strong positive relationship with the staff. Emphasis is given to making BSMS a 'Great Place to Learn.'
I have been in Ballston Spa schools for eight years now. Each years seems to get better and better- these schools are wonderful! I find that my GPA especially is much better than my siblings who attended different schools. I believe it is because of the constant help and support offered by teachers and staff at this school. There are so many options for me! They offer various school teams and extracurricular activities such as clubs and teams. The arts program is awesome! Drama, music, band, orchestra- chorus! Students have so many choices and wonderful opertunities! But my mom's favorite thing is the chances for parent involvement! Field trips, PTA, everything! And they always inform the parents about everything! 'BSMS ROCKS!'
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