I have gone to all of there theatre productions for years and they are always fantastic sure some…read morethings aren't perfect but they deserve huge props considering that they are self funded(which makes it very hard to improve the theatre without attendance and funding) and majorly supported by Susan Stanley-Marino who teaches and runs the productions. Always a great place to go and see all the effort the students put into the sets and their scenes, So be sure to look up their next amazing production and lend your support.

Came here to see their production of hairspray, and they started LATE! Some one lost their car keys…read moreand guess what...their projector died. Their concessions stand didn't have pop corn as well. NEVER COMING HERE AGAIN!!!!!!

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

Fairly nice campus and sports facilities. Students and teachers have been courteous. Mrs. Corina…read moreGribble has done a great job coordinating and planning our event on campus this week. Traffic in and out is heavy in the mornings and mid afternoon.

Landmark Learning center was a great location for taking the NOLS wilderness first responders…read morecourse. It was a beautiful and quiet location that was very clean and a kitchen that students could prepare food in. There were tons of rules, which was great because it kept the facility in tip top shape. I camped out for the week and it was so peaceful. The NOLS instructors were great and over all I would highly recommend the class and facilities.

I was discharged from Mission the night Helene hit, which is why this review has taken so dang…read morelong! But very much overdue. Jessica is the very best. This is not hyperbole. She was more than just my intrepid advocate, she was sleeves up doing more than even the nurses, I swear. My baby was sunnyside up and would not come out. Jessica did everything in her power to get her out without having to give up. Jess was everywhere all at once, coaching me, cheering, changing positions, making sure I was heard when I wanted to go down on my epidural. She even took gorgeous photos to boot! After having such a tempestuous postpartum, I am *so* happy I had Jess by my side to make the birth a perfect one. I am incredibly grateful to her. I don't know how I got so lucky!

As first-time parents and new to Asheville, seeking the support and care of a reputable doula was…read moreimportant to us. We couldn't be more grateful that we found Kooshlie Care. Jessica and Chai were key to our positive birth experience. Our pre-natal visits were informative and comforting as we developed our birth plan, and they provided immediate responses via text to questions we had about varying aspects of pregnancy and labor/delivery. We also took advantage of Kooshlie's Childbirth, Boob, and Bootie Camps, all of which were extremely informative for first-time parents. On the day, Chai met us at the hospital and stayed by our side. She helped us work through the many questions L&D threw our way and provided hands-on care during contractions, which helped immensely. Now one month post-partum, we could not imagine navigating this experience without them. We will definitely seek support from Jessica and Chai again with our second child and would recommend both of them in a heartbeat for anyone expecting a little one.

Western Carolina University is amazing!!…read more As I write this review I am a Junior. I love Western Carolina because ALL of the staff are really nice and respectful. The professors, janitors, student workers, peers... everyone! I have never had a professor here who was hard to deal with. Each are very unique and well experienced in what they teach. The first two years you must live on campus, which can be hard to adjust to, but in the end, gives you a great experience that will be worth the while. The campus is really beautiful and there are many things to do. The gym is really nice and it is two stories. There is a track, weight lifting equipment, treadmills and various cardio machines, a rock wall, and a basketball court which can double as a volleyball court. You can rent games or sports equipment with your cat card. Western also hosts tons of events like concerts, fairs, karaoke, etc... All of which are free to WCU students. The sporting events are also free to students because it is covered by the athletic fee. They are very cool to attend. Western Carolina is also very accessible to students and people with disabilities. We are the first school in the country to offer a University Participant program (UP), offering students with disabilities a chance to come to college for 2 years and gain college life experience. The program helps individuals to become more independent so that they can one day live on their own and have a job for themselves. The UP students are not separated from other students, rather, they are included in the mix with all other students and their classes. It's great! Let's talk tuition! Compared to other universities in North Carolina, Western is pretty cheap. We have NC promise which takes a lot off of tuition, and also, books here are free (very, very, few classes require out of pocket book fees) I have met out of state students who have come to Western because it is cheaper for them to pay out of state tuition here than it is for them to pay in state in their own states!

We took a tour of the campus. Our tour guides gave a 5 star tour. I was very impressed with their…read moreenthusiasm and knowledge of the campus. The campus is beautiful and it seems like a tight knit community. It is nestled in the beautiful mountains of NC. Schedule a tour!

Beautiful view when you get to the top. The hike up the road isn't too bad. The side trails are…read moreneat, when you get to the top there is a map in the kiosk that you can take a pic so you don't get lost. Otherwise is does a sort of loop from the old log cabin up to the Cataloochee Divide trail. The past few years you are not able to park by the iron gate. There are a few roadside spots at where the State Maintenance ends. Then you can walk the dirt road up as it is a public easement.