Columbia Heights

Over all the teacher and administrative staff seem to have their picks of students whom they want to work with but other are left out and (administrative staff and teachers) and when it brought to their attention they never took accountability for their action but the curriculum is good

The staff make every child feel valued and build an environment that makes my child want to come to school. There is a community focus and a recognition that education does not start when crossing the school threshold. The teachers are great, experienced, and value each child. Many of the student population have inter generational trauma that is not their fault but can be challenging to address at scale. But it’s acknowledged and supported with wrap around services that offer hope of progress.

I searched for a school that was diverse and understood that education is the key to success. I found that in Francis Stevens. My daughter finished school reading above average and made new friends from different countries. I love this school and the staff. The security personnel is so great and make the kids feel safe and comfortable. They play music and tell the kids to have a great day. The kids are very respectful and are caring to each other.