Samuel Chase Elementary School

5700 Fisher Road

Temple Hills, MD 20748

School District

Prince George's County Public Schools
Grade

PK, K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:12
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on December 13, 2017

My child has been going this this school for 2 years now. Although the teachers are good/great, the leadership leaves a lot to be desired. The school has class dojo (an app utilized to communicate with teachers and for the administration to communicate to parents). Even with this technology the school does a very poor job communicating information like award ceremonies, concerts or any other special program happening at the school. There is no notice that comes home or communicated on class dojo. But, if there is something going on like movie night, a dance, anything that is profitable there is a notice sent home as well as multiple reminders on class dojo. I have asked questions about the lack of communication and have not gotten a good response. I consider myself an involved parent and I ask questions to gain clarity because I am not in the education field however, the administration has not met me half way. There was a lock down at the school with police on the premises and parents called to inquire and was rushed off the phone and hung up on. Parents were asking questions on class dojo and were told that it was a drill which was a complete lie. I do not trust this school's administration with my child's safety nor education. My child came to me and asked to go to another school. I have never discussed my concerns about the school with my child. This was a request made without my influence. Please make another choice for your child/children
Submitted by parent on April 05, 2017

The faculty, staff and leadership of this school are simply outstanding - particularly since Nicholas Ohlson officially took over as principal this school year. My son went through some very difficult times last year when he reluctantly transferred from another school entering fourth grade. But his teachers, counselors and IEP team - as well as his fellow classmates - opened their arms to him and made him feel welcome. The school works very hard to put their Title 1 resources to work for the students. Given the Common Core standards, and my child's challenges in picking up core subjects, this was very important to us. The school was very committed to make sure he had the support he needed in math, reading, and social studies. You can tell many members of the faculty truly care about these kids and love their jobs. As my son prepares to enter middle school this fall, Samuel Chase has my deepest gratitude for caring about us like family. Special shout outs: Ms. Brandi Watts, Mr. Paul Dube, Mr. Darryl Inda, Mr. Mark Simms, Mr. Randy Esparagoza, Mr. Matt Kendell, Ms. Shennelia Bethea, Ms. Andrea Keene-Williams, Ms. Rain Young and the front office staff for the amazing work they do every day.We will always be grateful to you!
Submitted by parent on December 11, 2015

This is my daughters 1st year and all I can say is WOW. Her teachers are EXCELLENT. They pay attention to her behavior and academics. She is ahead of the curve on many subjects and loves her teachers. She even looks forward to going to school every day (whines when she cannot).I can tell you I was skeptical at first based on past reviews, but all I can say is PARENTS don’t judge a book from someone else perspective. Check it out for yourself. Also, the new principal is AWESOME. She listens when you have concerns and sees that they are addressed quickly. I look forward to the remainder of the school year.Also, the PTA is doing great things as well. I am trying to get my schedule clear so I can join. Hope my review has helped a little. I am proud my daughter goes to Samuel Chase Elementary, Home of the might Bulldogs.
Submitted by parent on May 20, 2015

This school is Mold infected!!!! My daughter has passed out at this school...other children are sick....parents read about mold symptoms do your child may be tested.... Principal Jackson is the worst....no respect or care at all...... She is pay check concerned...not children or staff concerned
Submitted by parent on August 20, 2013

I WENT TO ENROLL MY CHILD YESTERDAY AND WAS HORRIBLE I LEFT OUT AS FAST AS I CAME IN. PARENTS DONT DO IT.
Submitted by parent on July 26, 2013

TIME FOR A CHANGE! OVERALL I HATE THIS SCHOOL. THE SCHOOL BOASTS OF HIGH TEST SCORES BUT HAVE BEEN TEACHING STUDENTS TO PASS THE TEST FOR YEARS WHILE ignoring other learning areas. I have dealt with this school many times through the years with different children. The lunch monitors will have the children outside in 34 weather without a coat. I was told if the parent did not send the child with a coat it is not the school's problem. No concern at all for a cold child with chattering teeth. The lunch monitors are mostly ghetto girls who seem to enjoy taking the children's recess from them for breathing too hard. The school is not very open to parent's visiting the classroom to observe. The teachers are under much pressure to get high scores for the schools and sadly, some children are lost in learning as a result. The school principal is very inflexible & uncaring. There are some good teachers there but the total experience has gotten worse with each year. They should get rid of the tyrant principal, the rude front office secretary & the lousy lunch monitors. The school needs fresh faces with positive attitudes.
Submitted by parent on June 03, 2013

My daughter completed her first year (grade K) at this school and I will say that I'm pretty much pleased. She was early entrance admitted because of the date of her birthday (late Sept.). She did very well adjusting to kindergarten from a daycare center and she has matured in this past year. Her teacher was great and communicated well as far as if there were behavior problems or if my daughter was even slightly injured (i.e. during recess). It really helps if you can be involved and see what goes on at school and in the classroom. During parent/teacher conferences, her teacher was knowledgeable about my daughter's progress and behavior and she knew her students well, too. I would like for her to continue here. We are looking to move, but I am trying my hardest to find something in this area so I won't have to relocate her to a different school. I haven't had a lot of interaction with the principal, but she seems like a tough cookie and doesn't play with mediocrity from the students.
Submitted by other on November 26, 2012

I am student at samuel chase elementary school and its the best school ever.i am in 5th grade and i came from panorama elementary school this is my 2nd year and i just learned my multiplacation facts lat year with my awesome and matture teachers. I Samuel Chase Elementary School.
Submitted by parent on May 12, 2011

I am so glad that I transferred my daughter to another school. Samuel Chase is the worst school. My daughter attended kindergarten there and she was the only one out of her class to not receive an award at the award assembly they held in 2010. How do you not give a 6 year old some type of award just to show a good job. My daughter and I lost a stepfather/grandfather and a uncle during that school year, so of course it would have been hard for both of us to focus. The teacher did not have an explanation as to why she could not give her a piece of paper with something on it. I attended the award assembly with the expectations that she was going to get something, if I knew that she wasn't I would not have attended so that she would not have been sad and disappointed and not understanding why she didn't get an award. The prinicipal was also very, very, very unprofessional, the only thing she could tell me was that "this is the real world." Yes this is the real world and it is sad to see people in the education field that are heartless. I am glad that my child does not attend this school anymore. They need a complete overhaul of their system, starting with the principal.
Submitted by parent on October 20, 2010

First year here. Very rigorous reading and writing assignments. Wish they had more science activities. My son loves to experiment. But caring staff and Very organized principal.
Submitted by parent on April 07, 2010

My son is the 5th grade this year. I would have to say that in my son's 3 years at this school I am overly pleased with the accomplishments that have been made. Of course he runs into some bumpy roads but who hasn't. As for the curriculum and the teaching of our students at Samuel Chase ....THE MSA SCORES SPEAK FOR ITSELF! Couldn't compare to any other elementary school in the area :) and if you are still in doubt...research it for yourselves.
Submitted by parent on March 02, 2010

My son goes to Samuel Chase and it is the worse I have ever encountered. I have nothing great to say about this school at all. It is the worse school I have ever heard of and the staff is so immature.