Rubicon Academy

The learning experience of my students here has been a very meaningful one. The school leaders and staff made sure that students are able to progress at their individual pace. The curriculum is highly motivated toward the goal of learning.

The focus of this school for academic success is really good. My child has made significant progress in many areas. It is definitely an amazing experience for us as parents to help provide our children with quality education.

My child knowledge has improved a lot since attending this academic program. I am really impressed with the principal and teachers at this Rubicon Academy. They are the type of people I can trust when it comes to my son's future.

I was really impressed with the progress which my son has reached in his academics. I can now tell that his learning has progressed, as well as his knowledge on many things. If you want your child to excel, this is the best place to be.

The focus on academic achievement balanced with both visual and performing arts (art, music and drama) is what drew us to the Rubicon, along with small class sizes and the low student:teacher ratio. Our family joined The Rubicon family three years ago and the individualized attention to both our children's very different personalities is what keeps us coming back each year. Our teachers are genuinely invested in every child's emotional, social and academic success and it shows in all the extra effort they invest. Encouraging afternoon play dates and encouraging friendships is just one example of this dedication that had has a large impact for our son. We also love the year end performances that the children give.

I enjoy the small class sizes and being able to work so closely with he students. It really allows me to teach them on an individual basis and give help or advanced work when needed.

I was drawn to the two's and three's class at Rubicon Academy because it is a place where my daughter can feel secure. She can express her drive to learn and build her competence. The teachers consistently are nurturing and give guidance as the children learn. The program is one where a relationship between child and teacher consistently meets the toddler's physical and emotional needs, which becomes a base for exploration and discovery.

My son has been attending this school since he was two. His academic progress is very impressive. He has blossomed in his learning and desire to learn under their great care. I love that the teachers all know him and his personality, his learning techniques and his strengths and weaknesses. I like that the principal and the teachers of the school uphold the high ideals and standards that they put forth to the children and that they don't change based on new fads or inappropriate parental demands. My younger son, in the two year old class, keeps impressing my with his knowledge as well. HE can count in English and Spanish, knows his days and months, and lately told me about he Pilgrims. The Rubicon Academy is the best place for students that are gifted to learn and excel.

This school is a wonderful place to send my daughter; it is warm, loving and caring, allowing my daughter to feel welcomed and comfortable in her learning environment. She has accelerated far beyond my expectations. We love her school and all of teachers. Each teacher takes time to work individually with the children and helps them reach their full potential.

Our daughter's education curriculum is tailored and structured to her individual needs. She is excelling in the small class sizes and has many opportunities for growth with their fine arts program that she wouldn't receive elsewhere. We as parents love the small class sizes and the individualized attention.

We love Rubicon because of the small class sizes. Our son is really interested in the field trips and the extra learning that goes with them. HE also really enjoys the different teachers and the different learning opportunity for learning.

Rubicon has been an excellent experience for our son. We were drawn to the school for the low student/teacher ratios and the environment they provide for the students to learn at a faster pace than the public school we attended. We believe this is the ideal learning environment for our son. I can't imagine him anywhere else. Our son is excited about his upcoming field trips. He is excited about his progression with his flute and can't wait for the recital at Memorial Herman and the Rocket's game.

We are so grateful to have finally found the perfect school for our son. The Rubicon Academy and it's owner/principal/teacher Dr. Roberts are truly committed to providing gifted children a loving, yet challenging environment. Our son has grown to love learning again after years of discouragement in various public and private school environments that suppressed his creativity and curiosity. He has grown both socially and academically, with a renewed sense of self. The coursework is challenging and commitment is necessary, but if you are looking for a school that truly cares about your child's growth in both academics and character, this is the school.

My wife and I could not be more pleased with Rubicon. Our children are very motivated and focused students. The school works out well with our conservative lifestyle. I would recommend Rubicon to anyone who wants their children to succeed.

One of the many reasons we chose Rubicon academy was its challenging, motivating curriculum that has certainly satisfied our daughter's curiosity. The high teacher-student ratio assures one-on-one attention tailored to her particular needs and degrees of advance in each of the areas. Our daughter is extremely happy and stimulated with her teachers and peers and asks to be at school everyday. What a blessing this is! Because of it's size, teachers, students and parents are very well connected. The teacher staff is very friendly and a joy to be around. This has been very exciting for all of us and we feel that this has been the best decision for our daughter's education. We look forward to many years with Rubicon!!

Cultivate child's skills and interests. The involved attitude of the teachers at The Rubicon Academy combined with the small class size allows every child to cultivate their skills and interests.

The education offered in public schools into reality. The exemplary leadership and vision of the school's director has created an educational program of excellence for its award winning gifted students. The school's director has translated her vision to establish a school which gives families an alternative to the education offered in public schools into reality.

The support staff members are experts in their respective fields of study and expose students to a wealth of real world experiences. Each member of the school's support staff adds significant value to the school's vision and commitment to providing a challenging and enjoyable learning experience to its students by merging real-world experiences into the school's dynamic curriculum. In addition to working at the Rubicon Academy, the art teacher works with the Woodlands Art League and the Woodland Waterway Art Festival. In like manner, Rubicon's Robotics teacher is a part-time Robotics teacher at the University of Houston. The Spanish teacher also teaches at Lone Star College, and the math teacher/tutor is a retired public school teacher and curriculum writer.

I know my son has a big future! We were concerned about the education our son was getting at the public school for the past 2 years. Yes, we saw some work being done, but I feel he was not being pushed or motivated enough to get the best out of him. A few years back our son was in a large private school with a great reputation, yet, I could see him under allot of stress and being "left back" by the teachers, since they are not able to put enough attention to him with such a large class room. Getting him enrolled to the Rubicon Academy was a major decision for us because it's a small school and different than most schools we know, but after a couple of interviews with Dr. Roberts I could sense her passion for teaching, the many years of experience she has and most importantly her understanding of working with kids with special learning needs. Our son needed this special attention and patience that Dr. Roberts has provided him. It's been just 2 months since he started at the Rubicon Academy and I'm so happy of the big changes and amazing progress I see in him. He is happy to go to school every day. Now I know that this difficult decision we faced will pay off for many years to come. I believe I will remember my boy "before Rubicon" and "after Rubicon"... I know my son has a big future!

Love their introduction to school Our boys started in Ms. McConnell preschool class this year and love their introduction to school. They are thriving with the structured learning activities and look forward to each new educational experience. We especially love the new interactive learning boards and plan to donate additional funds for such innovative learning modalities.

Thank you for helping my son become the best that he can be. My child has completed his preK year at The Rubicon Academy. I am so impressed with how much he has learned this past year. We started the year not knowing how to write very well, only knowing a few site words and not really have any math skills. Now he has excellent penmanship, can read the I can read books, learned basic math, time and money facts. I never expected him to be able to paint a picture and have it earn a prize at the Livestock Show and Rodeo or to become a proficient lego builder/problem solver. I can't express enough gratitude to the teachers at The Academy for helping my son become the best that he can be.

Our son Devon has attended The Rubicon Academy for 6 years. He was extremely bored and unchallenged in 2nd grade at another school. He tested very well in math but his verbal skills were not as high. When he started attending Rubicon he was able to move ahead at his own pace in math. Today at 14 he has finished pre-cal and is looking forward to AP Calculus. In one year his test scores on the verbal part of the Iowa test increased significantly. Devon has won 1st place in Math at state in PSIA for 2 years in a row. He has medaled in many other subjects as well. He has learned to play the flute beautifully and enjoyed playing at Jones Hall many times with The Rubicon Academy. His SAT score last year was in the top percentile of the Duke TIPS program earning him an invitation to a special awards program at Duke University. He was also picked to attend a national leadership program. While Devon is a very bright person I don't feel he would have achieved any of these awards and levels of recognition without the special atmosphere at Rubicon. This school prides its self on helping gifted youngsters move as far ahead as they are capable of. I also loved the art and arts and crafts programs. We have some lovely stained glass items in our home thanks to Ms. McConnell. Rubicon creates a warm family of students and an extremely safe, nurturing experience for my son with a top notch academic program. When you are surrounded by other gifted students you don't "dumb down" to fit in, you race to see whom is the best. My only wish is that we had found Rubicon earlier so his sister could have had this advantage.

They enable students to hone their critical and higher order thinking skills.
The school advocates acceleration, creative and critical thinking and problem solving through its use of the National Standards, Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), the Core Knowledge curriculum and the Texas Tech online curriculum. Creative and critical thinking are emphasized at the Rubicon Academy through their Robotics and Educational Lego programs. These initiatives not only promote teamwork, they enable students to hone their critical and higher order thinking skills. Use of the Core Knowledge Sequence affords students the opportunity to learn the important knowledge they will need to make significant progress in school and be effective in society. The Core Knowledge Sequence is aligned to the TEKS and is an excellent companion piece to the National Standards. Rubicon's school culture and climate are aligned with the campus' vision of acceleration, creative and critical thinking and problem solving.

Highly Recommended! Eight years ago, I was looking for a private school that would provide not only a sheltered environment, but also had a heavy focus on student success. I found both at Rubicon. My daughter was having a hard time with the public school system and coming from a conservative family, I knew that was not where I wanted her to stay. My employee suggested Rubicon and after talking with Dr. Roberts, I knew I had found the right place. I love the small class size, the one on one attention, the leadership skills that are emphasized and the strict curriculum. The school teaches Spanish, music, and art four days a week and the attention to detail, down to the educational field trips is unbeatable. All three of my children attend Rubicon and I couldn't feel happier about their future success!

Both of my children have attended The Rubicon Academy. I see that they are always stimulated and are so much more advanced in all areas compared to other children their age. They have been exposed to all types of activities that normal children don't get to experience. They get to excel at their pace, which again keeps them interested in what they are learning. I have been here so long at this school that I cry at all the graduations and other school activities, for I have not only watched my two sons grow, but I have seen these young kids mature and grow into the best they can be with no potential left to unearth. It has been an amazing experience to be a parent here, knowing my kids are getting the best education in the world.