Sonoma Valley High School's pool has a lot of benefits:…read more Lots of practice lanes, clean, clear pool, updated locker room/showers, plentiful private lot with entry at several points off the deck and a clear-reading scoreboard. One detractor: The pool's set up allows very little viewing/sitting area on deck. This is the venue that parents should sign up to time so you can see the swimmers up close. Note: Take a snap of where you park (letter and number). The parking lot is deep and huge and surrounds the entire high school with several entry points to the deck. I ended up limping around in an enormous circle on a twisted ankle, frustrated and tired. Don't be like me!

where do I start. houseman thought it was funny that his ex…read morealmost died due to choking, laughed at the sophomore boys jokes about it. Sempell chose certain students to give a hard time, myself included. Dress coded me for a 'short dress' that was close to my knees, and called me 'high maintenance' for asking her to print out an extra paper because our table didn't get enough. Bathroom doors didn't lock, dryer in bathroom barely worked. Poor food in the cafeteria unless you were looking for microwaveable shit. poor elective options, very few choices for students who had interests outside of wood shop and metal shop - no psychology or interesting electives for students. Poorly managed students, frequent fights that went unnoticed, students carried on however they chose with no repercussions. Smoking pot in bathrooms so much that classrooms smelled like pot etc. for the amount of 'funding' that goes into this school for things like redone football fields, pools etc - they should fix the necessities of the school to create working bathrooms, new textbooks, adequate healthy meals in the cafeteria. A badly treated school that is too focused on the aesthetic of sports rather than their teachers and education. Fuck svhs.

I've been going to this church since I was born the priests have always been great,I recently…read morebecame a godmother and I was so excited for this spiritual blessing. The day I baptized my godson our priest was father issac, I was so upset I almost cried after because it was not what I expected it was a joke.... father issac made us feel like we were wasting his time, he made me feel dumb, he was not welcoming or caring. He didn't even greet us or turn on the church lights on a Saturday morning. He seemed hungover... and he was about 20 minutes late... im never going to this church again because of him it's sad because he made my baptism experience so basic I didn't even feel like it was real to him. I'll pray for him..

Had our wedding in StFS about a month ago and it was tremendous. Father Mike was adorable and warm…read moreand lovely and we can't wait to go back and see him. The ceremony of about 100 people only had about a dozen Catholics, but the whole night I kept getting compliments on how wonderful the priest was. He made everyone feel welcome and made us laugh a bunch. I was so nervous about all the pomp at a Catholic wedding and he totally made me feel relaxed and at ease. We loved him so much we asked him to come to both the rehearsal dinner at The Lodge and the reception at Cline and he came to both. Everyone wanted to get a few minutes with him it was so cute. Thank you Father Mike for making our wedding so special.

My son attended Sonoma Valley Academy and graduated in 2002. He was struggling with dyslexia, but…read moregoing to this school changed his life. At 25 he bought is own home has a steady job with COSTCO. I know this school had a great deal with changing his attitude and making him the person he is today. Thank You Sonoma Valley Academy.

Sonoma Valley Academy (SVA) is giving my son an opportunity to actually like school. He is on the…read moreadvanced/gifted side of his studies and each and every student has an individualized study plan. He is never held back based on other students. And in turn, any students who struggle academically are given extra time and help to compete their work. It's independent study in a classroom setting with 3 teachers daily. The teacher to student ratio is like no other school. Each student rotates to one of the teachers depending on their studies and gets one on one instruction and assistance for learning. And if you work ahead of your goals, you gain additional credits. The students get more P.E. and Music/Art than in public schools, therefore it's a very well-rounded education. They do field trips and outside studies as well. Students also get credit for outside work, whether it's an instructed hobby/learning or an actual job. It is possible for students to graduate early if they apply themselves to work ahead. I'm so thankful that we found this school for our son. It's an environment where the teachers are smart, caring and involved. They care what your student ate for breakfast, how much sleep they get and what their outside activities are currently. The communication from the administrator Mary is unlike any other school we have ever been involved with. There is immediate response to questions asked or instant notification regarding students when needed. I feel so confident recommending this school to anyone looking outside the traditional path. It may just be the perfect fit for your student. Give them a call and go shadow for a day.

We LOVE The Presentation School! Our kids have been going to Presentation since they were in…read moreKindergarten and our family continues to have such a great experience there. Our kids are currently in 5th and 7th grades and have grown into confident, kind, and intelligent leaders. The school has been able to offer them an intimate learning environment with small classes and the most amazing and talented teachers. Kids are not only challenged academically but they also are able to go on unique, fun, and educational field trips. The school also has wonderful specialist classes like music, art, Spanish, PE and SEL (social emotional learning). The art shows, musical productions, and monthly showcases show how much the kids are thriving. They also have an incredible counselor and learning specialists who can help children with any additional needs. One of the best parts of Presentation is all of the public speaking opportunities kids get to really boost their confidence in front of an audience. Kids quickly become comfortable presenting in front of peers and adults which is so important for any future endeavors. After meeting with various kids (and speaking with their parents) who have graduated from Presentation, we know that kids are very well prepared for high school and feel grateful to have found this school. We have had nothing but an incredible experience there and would highly recommend this school to anyone with kids in grades TK-8.

We transferred from another great school near our home that had so many +'s, but lacked what we…read moreneeded for our child to excel- leveling, SEL and Spanish. So we left a solid community and a 5 minute commute to embark on something new for our family, and not in our town. It has been totally worth it. EVERY DAY I pick up our first grader he tells me he had a great day and then gives me details about how the students and teachers made it possible. This is coming from a kid who dreaded preschool, even as we were in a wonderful program. What makes TPS special is the partnership between families, community, and educators - each committed to preparing students to become active, responsible and respectful citizens and leaders in a diverse society. Their campus values diversity, providing rich experiences for all learners, and nurtures self-esteem, character development, and lifelong learning. Focusing on the whole child, the talented and dedicated staff provides a caring, engaging and challenging educational experience for every student, every day.

Mrs. Paul is awesome. She is the best teacher ever. She is funny and sarcastic which makes me want…read moreto go to school.

This is an amazing school in our community here in Sonoma Valley…read more The Sonoma Charter School was founded by a group of parents to offer a Montessori style based school. The school has students K through 8th grade. My daughter went to The Sonoma Charter School for 4 years, as we were on the waiting list until 3rd grade. I have continued to support the Sonoma Charter School as I believe in alternatives to the main stream system. This school offers art, music, spanish, after and before school childcare and most importantly a community. I still feel part of the Sonoma Charter School Community and my daughter is a Junior at Sonoma Valley High School this year. www.sonomacharterschool.org 707-935-4232 They have a big fundraiser coming up October 4, 2008! Thanks, Sheana

Sonoma Charter School has been a wonderful alternative for our children. They are thriving in this…read moreenvironment, which has caring teachers and staff. Our children are very happy here and have made many new friends.

Both my kids attended, from k-5th and k-2nd. We love the staff and teachers, they really care about…read morethe kids! I wish they had more P.E., but that is a district thing. I also wish the teachers were treated better by the district. My kids really enjoyed their time there.

Our son has been attending Crescent Montessori for almost a year, and we could not be more thrilled…read morewith the growth we've seen in him. From learning and reading to solving puzzles, communicating effectively, and even picking up Spanish, his development has been nothing short of extraordinary. What sets Crescent Montessori apart is its Montessori approach to teaching life skills--patience, respect, and independence are just as prioritized as academics. Persy and the entire team of teachers are incredible. They foster a nurturing, engaging, and supportive environment that truly allows children to excel. His love for learning has blossomed here, and it's evident how much care and thought go into every lesson and activity. We are constantly amazed by the progress he's made, both academically and socially, and we owe so much of it to this wonderful school. If you're looking for a place where your child will grow not just as a student but as a confident and well-rounded individual, Crescent Montessori is the answer. We highly recommend this amazing school to any family seeking the best for their kids. Thank you, Persy and the Crescent Montessori team, for all you do for Son (and our next son) and all the children you care for. You are shaping bright futures, one child at a time!

My daughter has been a student for 2 years and we feel fortunate that she could attend Crescent…read moreMontessori where she looks forward to going every day. A place where she is building the foundation to love for learning at her own pace and following her interest. The teachers are very caring and attentive. I highly recommend the school.