Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School

My kids were picked up in the lottery after spending a wasted year at the local "blue ribbon" school here in Groton. So far the experience has been pleasant. Any issues that happen,the VP is on the phone with me telling me this happened today and this is what we did to fix the problem. Any time my child is seen at the nurse the nurse calls me to let me know even if its super minor. I don't mind I'd rather know if my child has a fresh cut that I can look at after school and treat. Mr Moon is amazing. He's the robotics teacher and all the students love him! My students know more about the 3D printer and drones than I do. They also offer musical instruments for the students in the younger grades which has been amazing! This STEM school has been a good choice for us. As far as someone saying something about rough kids quite honestly my kids had more issues in the other local school with bullies because of the Academi students not being watched. Also, everyone merges together in the Middle school anyway so keeping them away from the "low" income kids won't last forever. Also, its good to be diverse.Academic wise my student started the year a grade and a half behind in reading and math. By March was at grade level and excelling daily. They really went above and beyond helping in reading and math. I have no issues with this school and would recommend this school.

My daughter has had an excellent experience in this school so far. Her teacher (Ms. West) goes above and beyond for her students. The learning that is taking place in that classroom is nothing short of amazing. I am so happy my daughter got into this school. In one year she has jumped several reading grade levels and learned countless science and technology skills.

Teachers seem to be very understaffed, overwhelmed and just uninterested in addressing very important issues that may require extra attention. #very sad!Please do your homework before sending your child to this school, I wish I Had.

I agree with the last review that this school has the BEST teachers. This is a high tech school and the kids are working on engineering! Some of the old reviews I read and not valid today. This school has become an excellent STEAM school.