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Blazier Elementary School in Austin, Texas

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Blazier Elementary School Detail

(512) 841-8800
8601 Nuckols Crossing Rd
Austin, TX 78744
Levels: PK-5
District: Austin Independent School District

Blazier Elementary School Census Data

Census Info	Value	Year
White, non-Hispanic:	14.2%	(2008)
Black, non-Hispanic:	11%	(2008)
Hispanic:	70%	(2008)
American Indian/Alaskan Native:	0.2%	(2008)
Asian/Pacific Islander:	4.5%	(2008)
Student Teacher Ratio:	12.9%	(2008)

Blazier Elementary School Ratings Summary

Average Quality Rating	3
Average Principals Rating	4
Average Teachers Rating	4
Average Activities Rating	3
Average Parents Rating	3
Average Safety Rating	4

Blazier Elementary School Reviews

Quality Score: 2

Post Date:2009-06-07

“The year started out great. My daughter loved the school. Then came a new behavior grading system. At least three times a week, my daughter was rated very low on behavior. I was extremely surprised as she's normally well behaved. I also had a request for a parent teacher conference go ignored! I would have ranked the school a 1, but I decided a 2 was better. All the other aspects of the school are fair in my mind. But the teacher my daughter had just could not retain control of her class. My daughter got dismal marks for behavior in her class, but great marks for behavior in Music, Art, and PE. That should speak volumes. I'm sure the other teachers there aren't as bad as the one she had.”
This review was posted by a parent.

Quality Score: 5

Post Date:2009-05-20

“I have to say that Blazier is growing and with that it is extremely important that more parents become involved with their childs education. Parents need to be informed and this year which is the second year I have seen a wealth of information being sent home to parents. Unfortunantly there is very little response from parents to many of the workshops and presentations being offered at Blazier. Next year promises to be better and I understand that the Parent Specialist will be deligently working with the community to bring resources and information for our Blazier families.”
This review was posted by a other.

Quality Score: 4

Post Date:2009-01-29

“My six-year-old, Ethan, began kindergarten at Blazier Fall '08. Previous to Blazier, Ethan was at a Montessori Program for four years. Ethan has transitioned well in his new school environment. He likes making new friends, is flourishing in reading and writing (thanks to his amazing teacher, Ms. Sifuentes), and absolutley loves that he can ride the bus home once per week (started second semester). As a parent, I like that Blazier is extremley clean and well kept. I like that Ethan goes to PE, Music, Art, and Library each week and that he's being exposed to broader base of friends. I've come to learn and understand that your child's education is what a parent makes of it. I am very proud to have Ethan in public education in my neighborhood.”
This review was posted by a parent.

Quality Score: 4

Post Date:2008-10-17

“I have two kids with this school and so far kids love it. They always have good feedback everytime they arrive from school. I agree from the previous parents comment that this school has a very good potential, its just lack of parents cooperation. We cannot always blame it to school or staff for our kids outcome...remember, 'PARENTS ARE THEIR FIRST TEACHERS'...it would be very nice if we parents are always involve to our kids future...”
This review was posted by a parent.

Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2008-10-03

“I have just read the one star reviews from some parents and want to clarify that when recess is taken away from an entire class, that is because the entire class was not behaving at lunch - not just a few students. At Blazier, we have the WOW program which requires 20min of outside/play time on the days when students do not have physical education as their special area to ensure that students are getting some physical activity each day. This is our second year, and the first year we have had a Parent Specialist to help us expand parental participation. We, too, hope that more parents will be involved. As a new school we completed our first year as acceptable - only a few short of being recognized. Our principal has over 20 years experience as an educator, administrator and consultant.”
This review was posted by a other.

Quality Score: 4

Post Date:2008-09-18

“My experience has been very positive with teachers, the principal and all the personal in the school. My child loves the school. The school needs more parent participation but Blazier is a great school with great potential, I recommend this school.”
This review was posted by a parent.

Quality Score: 1

Post Date:2008-09-18

“Our family also moved out of this school district because we found the school to be unacceptable. Parents were not made welcome at the school, extracurricular activites were barely offered and the practice of denying recess to the whole class because of the behavior of a few was ridiculous. Being a new school is no excuse, especially with experienced teachers and principal.”
This review was posted by a parent.

Quality Score: 1

Post Date:2008-08-15

“I am very upset with the 'lack of' seasoned leadership at this school. Additionally, the principal was un-responsive to phone calls and e-mails. There is a complete disconnect in communications with teachers and parents through-out this school. I'm very glad I've been able to move away and get into another school district. I'll be more careful next time I buy a house in an area that has a new and un-rated school. Those of you still involved with this school, should require immediate improvement before your children's education and development are effected.”
This review was posted by a parent.

Quality Score: 2

Post Date:2008-08-05

“I was so disapointed with this school. My child would come home so upset because her class had their whole recess taken away from them. They would have to sit with their heads down on their tables the whole recess time because a few of the students were being loud in the cafeteria at lunch. This happened as much as three times a week. I don't think they should use recess as a discipline. The students deserve to get some fresh air and unstructured play. There are other problems I have with this school but not enough room to complain about them all.”
This review was posted by a parent.

Quality Score: 4

Post Date:2008-08-05

“I was very happy to see my child get every morning at 6:00am to get ready for school. Her teacher always kept me up dated on anything that happened at school.My child cant wait to go back to school to learn and see her friends .Give em a break it was their first year.Good luck next year.”
This review was posted by a parent.

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