'Not being taught': Parents pull children from St. Bernadette's school amid concerns * Brooklyn Paper

""What's really surprising is that we usually hear that Catholic schools are very well structured, good teaching, very good academics. So to hear this one being the opposite of what the reputation is, it's really surprising to hear this.""

"Michelle described a lack of communication, including unanswered emails, teachers not using Gmail or Google Classroom to share assignments, and outdated social studies textbooks. She also said parents' concerns were not being addressed by the new administration."

"Xavier King said he never expected to remove his daughter from SBCA, especially after transferring her there from Visitation Academy in Bay Ridge before that school closed in late summer 2024. But after what he described as an 'inability to provide real academic support,' he felt he had no choice."

St. Bernadette's Catholic Academy, established in 1953, has been known for its strong academic performance and community environment. Recently, parents have expressed concerns about declining management and classroom quality, leading some to withdraw their children. Issues include poor communication from the new administration, outdated materials, and unaddressed parental concerns. Former parents have noted a stark contrast between the school's current state and its previously strong reputation, highlighting a significant shift in the school's environment and effectiveness.

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