Victor H Hexter Elementary School in Dallas, Texas

“Whether or not you like this school is totally dependent upon your expectations. If you believe that Hexter is an adequate substitute for a private school, you will be sorely disappointed. The class sizes are large and, as with any school in DISD, the resources are limited so students are given very little, if any, individual attention. Although the teachers and principal are very caring, the school is generally disorganized it is difficult to get feedback or help. While about a third of the parents are very committed to supporting the school, the majority of parents simply drop their kids off and could care less what happens there. The majority of students come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds and often require additional help and services. However, if you are considering this as an option to another DISD school, it is probably better than most and you may well be happy there.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“We love Hexter. We have two children in school there, and our expectations (our hopes, even) have been exceeded repeatedly. The principal is professional and makes great decisions for the school. One of the best signs of the culture here is that the teachers love the principal. They say she understands what is required for an outstanding education and she continues to give them the resources they need to provide that. The teachers are highly educated, warm and caring, and go above and beyond to help each and every child succeed (whether they are ahead of grade level, behind, or in the middle). The art and music teachers are incredibly gifted, and the enrichment they provide to the academics is immeasurable. The parent community is amazing. The PTA is a positive, energetic force for improvement school-wide. So many involved parents, caring teachers, great kids, and probably the best school in DISD!”
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“My kids and I love Hexter. My support both physical and financial along with my children has been going there for 3-4 years. I tried enrolling my youngest this morning only to find that not only can she not attend neither can my sons. I was told that due to zoning (keep in mind we re still in the same house) they are supposed to go elsewhere. I m upset and they especially the oldest will be heart broken when I tell them. He was already promised a spot on the basketball team.”
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“My daughter attended Hexter for her 2008-2009 5th grade year. The 5th grade teachers are very attentive and concerned about there students. My daughter, coming from a school that only focused on passing the TAKS test, not only caught up with the other students in her class but learned and ENJOYED so much from her teachers. They worked so hard and deligently not giving up to help her get caught up with the other students and to be prepared to pass the TAKS test. Which she did pass! Every day she was so excited to go to school to see her new friends and teachers. And I thank every teacher that helped her make it through. This is truly a great school!”
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“My granchild has been at Hexter since the Fall of 2007 when he started Kindergarten. We are still at ease every morning when we drop him off into the capable hands of the many great teachers and staff at Hexter. I love the communication and involvemnent. They are really deserving of their Exemplary status and more...”
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“This school surpasses them all!! I have had a child in Hexter for six years and four more years to go with my second child. We have enjoyed every minute of it!!”
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“My son began kindergarten at Hexter in the fall of 2007. I have been so pleased with the nurturing spirit of the school and the quality of teaching. This is truly a great neighborhood school with strong leadership and a staff of personnel who know how to nurture all kinds of children. The extracurricular programs are strong as well. This exemplary school is a DISD gem.”
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“My son is in 3rd grade and every year at Hexter has been excellent. The principal is wonderful and the teachers are so helpful and professional. We feel so lucky to be a part of Hexter!”
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“I love the principal! The teachers are awesome. The community is great. I can't say enough good things about Hexter Elementary!”
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“My grandson started Kindergarten at Hexter today and we were so impressed by the school, the teachers and the members of the PTA. Our anxieties were calmed after the Boo Hoo Breakfast that was given to the Kindergartener's families. We are proud to have our Kindergartener at Hexter and will be volunteering our help as often as possible.”
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“My children have thrived since transferring to Hexter. It is a great school led by a superb principle and caring teachers! Parents are actively involved and there are several extracirricular activities for the children to participate in.”
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“My daughter is a transfer student to Hexter. She struggled during the first part of her first grade year. The principal and her classroom teacher were so patient and helpful, and they maintained open lines of communication until we got things ironed out. There is an incredible amount of parent involvement. It's a proud little school, and I'm glad we chose it. Jill”
This review was posted by a parent.

“Great school, great principal, great teachers! Many events to help you feel a part of things.”
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“Excellent School! Easy to get involved in extra acitcities for your child and you. The only thing I did not like is the portable house classrooms. The school has grown so that they added extra classes in outdoor buildings.”
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“We love Hexter! The new Principal Jolee Healey has done an excellent job, scores are improving, and it looks like Recognized status is not too far off! My kids are leaving kindergarten able to read regular books, not just easy readers, and can even do fractions. The PTA is a VERY driven and successful force, and because of them, our kids have an art teacher, drama, music, and tons of extracurricular activities that most schools do not have. The zoning for the schools in Dallas are changing this fall, and Hexter will become a traditional neighborhood school, no more busing. I have nothing but good things to say about Hexter (other than a couple of little disagreements with my daughters teacher). It is a gem in DISD and I feel so lucky that my children are going to such a wonderful school.”
This review was posted by a parent.

“This is a great community school with lots of parental involvement. There is an annual art fest held on the campus of Hexter. All proceeds from the art fest are used to boost the existing DISD arts program.”
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“A school in transition. Hexter is reverting to a true neighborhood school for the 2006-07 school year, with the final busing students being sent to their own new neighborhood schools. The teachers are awesome - the new principal is on track to bring recognized accreditation, and the parents are putting in countless hours of time and dollars to provide the students and staff with tools to take Hexter to Blue Ribbon status. My son is in 4th grade, and has been at Hexter since K. The enrichment programs have and continue to grow: TAG, Art (provided through the fundraising efforts of the PTA), afterschool drama, chess, math, sports and choir programs plus the current and future reduced teacher/child ratio have provided my son and other children with an outstanding education that fully prepares them for their future education. Would that the upper schools will follow suit!”
This review was posted by a parent.

“A wonderful school with highly educated teachers and a knowledgeable and enthusiastic principal. The PTA is very active and through fund raising has provided the school with an art teacher and other programs.”
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“My daughter attended Hexter K-6 grade. It is a wonderful school with experienced teachers, the parents are involved and caring. I highly recommend it. Hexter as the feel of a small school, with everyone knowing everybody, but also offers the advantages of a large modern school. The principal is new this year, so have no input about her.”
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“I have 3 children at Hexter ages 5, 8, 10. They all love Hexter and I feel they are getting a great education. The teachers are wonderful.”
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“I have known many of the teachers at Hexter, and many have worked with me to help my children learn in other ways if the presented way does not work. In 2003 - 04 class, because of trying to figure out the best way to teach 5th graders and have them move to different teachers in the day, it was trial and error for a bit until the kinks were worked out. This had an effect on the class as a whole (as seen from test scores) but overall the teachers really do care and want to teach the children and work with the parents.”
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“My child and I have reciently moved here from Wichta. Although, Hexter has a great principal. One of male teachers, I'm not real happy with his techique of teaching class. I belive when a student asks for help with his school work, it is the teachers job to do so. Especially when the student is having some problems keeping up cause of the move!”
This review was posted by a parent.

“Principal Chris Nee is great. She and the PTA get along and work together for the greater good of the school. Fantastic art program. My only complaint is the bussing.”
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