I park here for $5 in the summer. It is half the price of the other area lots, and goes towards…read morethe school. No parking here in the school year, of course. I suppose I should say something about the school itself? I hear this is one of the best schools in the area, but do not know from personal experience. It is a public school, founded in 1912. Here. I stole this from their website: *We believe the instruction of each child is the shared responsibility of the student, school, family, caregiver, and community. *We believe school should be safe, nurturing and accepting of all students to allow the opportunity for maximum growth. *We believe that they school should be sensitive to the needs of all stakeholders in creating the learning environment and policies that support it. *We believe that students should learn to understand and respect the rights and responsibilities of being an American citizen. *We believe tht appropriate assessments are necessary to meet the physical, emotional, academic and social needs of every student. *We believe that effective decisions-making skills are essential for the lifelong well-being of all students. *We believe each student is responsible for learning, attendance, and atitude and that this personal responsibility is the foundation for assuming the stewardship of our community and environment.

I am pleased to add this school to Yelp. JVE is a Title I school, which means that it receives…read moregrants in order to provide a great education for kids from all walks of life so that they meet "challenging state academic standards"*. Which means that when my daughter, Ronni, was struggling with reading, she got the extra help, and she is now reading above her expected reading level. Plus, in 2013, JVE received the honor of being named a "National Title I Distinguished School". Which means that they did what they set out to do- got kids the education that they needed. Which means that they were one of the schools in the top one percent- yes, one percent- in the nation to do so. JVE teachers do not mess around. So, education is great in general at this school. The Pre-K is super. Those rugrats can get bussed if you ask, and they get dismissed at three p.m. Ronni loved it. Ditto for Kindergarten and on up. Kids are challenged and become math freaks and history buffs. Ronni gives me daily math quizzes. She has been doing small science experiments that create huge messes. Yep, she's trucking! This school has free breakfast, and a reduced or free lunch if you qualify. They have services for "Exceptional Children" (autism, visual and hearing problems, emotional or intellectual disabilities, speech problems, and traumatic brain injuries). They got ELL ("English Language Learners"), which is big in my book. (My dad came to the United States speaking not one word of English. He does now, and became an electrical engineer along the way.) AIG ("Academically or Intellectually Gifted) is offered, too. And after-school care and summer camp to boot. They do come attached with a reasonable price tag, but, as a parent, you can work harder or play harder when your kids are still at school. Sometimes special math, science, and reading nights are held in the evenings. Musicals every year. Ronni has stopped lip syncing and has graduated to almost-fainting at the musicals. In third grade, the kids start playing recorders. Art, and I am proud to say that Ronni's art has been shown in the county art show for the past several years. P.E. is much loved, errant basketballs and all. Guidance classes take place, as well as book swaps. And don't forget library! I always catch Ronni reading her library books. There is an on-site therapist, which is excellent, and a school psychologist. Every year, the fifth graders go to Washington D.C. They come back more mature and exuberant for even more learning. JVE's principal is simply amazing. Our kids's education is her passion, and she does a fine job with our future. Most of the teachers are terrific. You can reach out to them, and they help. When I thought that Ronni had a learning disability, they got right on the investigation. When Ronni had an illness that resulted in a lot of missed school days, they understood, and made sure that she reached milestones at a crucial time in her schooling. Reported bullying is dealt with swiftly and justly. I have to hold back sadness and anger when I think about what some kids- what my kids- have to go through and went through. It is reality, but one that I will always try to effect with wisdom, humor, and slipped slang. Like: I am happy that some bullies are out of my kids' lives and are on on the road to juvie. ("Juvie" in that statement is purposeful slang.) Yeah, some teachers are tough. Some can mostly be wonderful, but have an irrational moment from time to time. Some don't get high-functioning autism and find it hard to connect with kids like that. Some teachers forge across that chasm, and try to make things easier. I am glad that the teacher that made my daughter sit on the floor is gone. Some of these aforementioned facts are not abnormal or isolated. They happen in public schools across the country. You want a kid who knows that Abraham Lincoln had a tough childhood? Or one that knows the "new math" that leaves my mind reeling? Then put 'em in JVE. They will come out with so much knowledge that you will feel, like, well, not smarter than a fifth grader. If you need tips on dealing with autism in schools (e.g. how to communicate with teachers, how to make a communication booklet, IEP**s) or requesting learning disabilities services, just message me. *Quoted from the U.S. Department of Education. **Individualized Education Program

New Center Schools is an excellent school in a great neighborhood. We own Halle's Kitchen across…read morethe street and we see great teachers, kids and parents all the time. Very strong community oriented school and neighborhood. Thinking of moving to the area? We moved to the area in 2014 and we love it!

In my 24 almost 25 years of experience as a mom I I consider Rocky Hill the best Elementary school…read moreso far. The teachers encourage the kids like ive never seen. The radio student teacher is very low compared to other schools here and also in other states. We feel lucky!

We moved to Cullowee and sent our only kid here but within 2weeks bad thing happened because the…read morePrincipal and teachers didn't have time to care about our IEP,most of all all the staffs work for pay check no passion about kids and their needs as their career requirements.Its ridiculous that there were 35 kids in one classroom how could the staffs have time to manage all that's why they ignored IEP and we didn't ask for special treat to our kid just read IEP carefully but they didn't so our kid ended up to different school which was good things because at least at the new school the teachers listened and care about IEP,and at least the kids didn't just walked by and hit us without saying anything or starring at us like we was aliens because we was not white or black.Cullowee Valley School is not the only elementary school in the area for parents to choose where is the best for their kids education so they can be success,parents should review school's ratting it reflects exactly how the school is,we don't think it's because the state and county limit budgets so this school couldn't make to A or at least B school,it's a shame,our kid came from A+ school and its big difference between old school and this school,if it was not because of our job we wouldn't move here where there is no A school at all and our kid came home crying almost every day because of the teacher or the kids in school.Shame on Cullowee Valley School!

LOVE THIS SCHOOL!! The teachers are invested in the kids, and the administration actually…read moreencourages the staff to see the students as individuals and not test scores. My kids have never looked forward to going to school so much. Plus, they get to go on the most amazing field trips. I feel so blessed with the opportunities my kids get here that they wouldn't have at another school.