Southern Worcester County Educ - Dudley, Massachusetts

Christian Blom

this year is my third year at this school. behavior has always been a significant problem for me and I feel like this school has really helped me

you can tell the teachers are very passionate about helping their students. they’re very kind and they do many nice things for us. but some staff favorite other students more

the only thing that kind of sucks is that most of the kids are very apathetic and/or self-centered, which makes for an unpleasant social experience. It’s hard to make friends here when most of the students aren’t good people. and the SWCEC elementary school in Southbridge is hell

also Marcus used ai (he told me too)

John Rolfe

I went here for grades 5-8 and honestly it was terrible. I'm currently 22 and I learned nothing from this place and was academically way behind by the time I was able to return to a regular school. Some staff were great but honestly most sucked. If you care abut you child's education I definitely wouldn't recommend this place

Camden Courville

Foods mid, work is pretty easy, staff mostly chill. Decent ig, pretty boring though. ?
Btw marcus 100% used ai for his review
Also I dont get the 1 star reviews been at this school since like 3rd grade and its not that bad

Julie Manzello

I did a lot of research when looking for a therapeutic school and I WISH I would have come across more reviews. So here is mine. I sent my son here for a 45 day evaluation per my district’s recommendation and I truly wish I never did. My son is only 6.5 and came home with a rug burn gash on his head and he told me that the principle “dragged him to refocusing because he flopped on the ground”. No one called me no incident report was written and not even the nurse even reported it. When I asked what happened they told me “we scooted him” the entire thing was really shady. While I understand accident’s happen especially when kiddos are aggressive and dysregulated dragging them is never acceptable and not reporting it just seemed so suspicious. After I mentioned it it’s like they set him up to fail. His therapist told me when he went to the school for therapy my son was very different around the staff vs around him. My son struggled with severe anxiety and they told me it wasn’t anxiety and fear but it was only manipulation. After they gave him a safe space to help him reintegrate into the classroom they removed it and told the therapists “he was too comfortable” kind of a strange thing to not want your students comfortable in a therapeutic day school. At the end of the 45 day they provided my district a report with nothing but negative things about my son. None of his accomplishments just an entire packet of negatives with no recommendation. I told my district to never send it out to anyone and we have to move on as if this place never happened. They told my district in the meeting he couldn’t come back and even when we asked if he could be placed temporarily for another 2 weeks they said no I immediately dismissed him because i didn’t want my son ina place that he is unwanted for a moment longer. There is so much more too this I wish I could add but I’ll leave it at this. Do NOT send your child here for an extended eval or placement!!!!!!!!

GWTV

I wonder if they still put kids into brick rooms and let them slam their heads against the walls.

Marcus Powell

The Grow School stands as a beacon of excellence in modern education, pioneering a holistic approach to learning that nurtures both academic prowess and personal growth. At its core, the school embodies a commitment to cultivating curious minds and resilient spirits, fostering an environment where students thrive intellectually and emotionally. With a diverse curriculum that integrates traditional subjects with practical life skills, The Grow School empowers its students to become well-rounded individuals prepared to navigate the complexities of the world beyond the classroom.

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Moreover, The Grow School fosters a supportive and inclusive community where every individual is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. Through small class sizes, personalized attention from dedicated educators, and a culture of collaboration, students feel seen, heard, and empowered to pursue their passions. By nurturing a sense of belonging and fostering a growth mindset, The Grow School equips its students with the confidence and resilience needed to overcome challenges and seize opportunities in an ever-evolving world. In essence, The Grow School exemplifies the transformative power of education, shaping not only scholars but also compassionate citizens who are poised to make a positive impact on the world. While The Grow School undoubtedly excels in many aspects, there are opportunities for improvement to further enhance the educational experience it offers. Firstly, the school could invest more resources in technology integration to better prepare students for the digital age. By equipping classrooms with state-of-the-art technology and offering comprehensive training for both teachers and students, The Grow School can ensure that graduates are proficient in essential digital skills and ready to thrive in a technology-driven society.

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Boisterous (RJ)

most of the staff are chill. i got blocked on twitter tho so -1 star. favoritism is a thing so -1 star. overall, it’s not bad. 6.7 outta 10 stars.

not_tob

bruh my english teacher yelled at my friend for literally nothing also the food makes me yearn for a coffin.