Please save your child from this! If you're thinking about enrolling your child into this school…read moreplease read this review before so, I have been at this school since I was in TK and my sister too. It used to be a good school that kids enjoyed but now it's like prison. Many kids in all different grades suffer from bullying and harassment. My last year there which was in 5th grade because I couldn't go there anymore even if it was last year there. I was harassed by a kid who would tell girls just dirty stuff and the principal would just not do anything ,we got the police involved and she would constantly try to hide from them to the point that the case closed due to this. The kids parents that harassed me even followed a kid home and started telling him stuff and the dad even brought his own kid to fight a kid that didn't want anything to do with him. I was told by the principal that "what happens in this school stay in this school". Which was a big no, kids should tell their parents about this ,not just let happen in the school, I suffered there all 5th grade because of bullying harassment and even more while principal would just not do anything about it beacause she's lazy that doesn't help and do her dang job??? She should go to jail for all this she's done!!!! Please save ur child from this torture.

My good old elementary school. Back in the days this school was called Hillsdale but changed it's…read morename to Captain Jason Dahl elementary school following 9/11 in honor of Captain Dahl. This campus is super clean and pretty. The walls are painted the forest green and a cream color. the bathrooms are kept clean as well! That's always a plus. :) it's you're typical elementary school with K-6 in the Franklin district.

Went to to this in 5-6th grade during and after covid. Best two years of my life with my fav…read moreteacher, Mrs. McCormick. She was my art teacher in 4th grade and got to be my Actual teacher in 5-6th o always wonder if she still teachers here for 3rd graders (I believe) I miss you so much omg!

My kids went here and were picked on because they're different than the population that attends…read morethis school. We took them out after a slur of bullying and not thriving in crammed packed classes of 30 + kids. I drive them to a private Christian school now and I don't have to worry about the experimental covid vaccine being pushed on them like this school or the pressure to have my kids tested weekly for a study program for covid, or the crappy critical race theory junk pushed on them. My kids are learning at a higher level, reading better, handling math better, etc, now that we got away from government pushed common core standards. I know many people in my neighborhood and surrounding love this school but they don't understand the benefits of a private Christian school or how much it would benefit their children. This school is junk. My boys had better teachers who got paid less, in AZ, before we moved here. I wouldn't expect much from a California school though.

I am a graduate from the class of 2026. I liked to say my personal experience was full of ups and…read moredowns. downs: the dress code is very sexist. they only punish girls for dress codes even thought the boys break it regularly. staff and faculty do not listen to student feedback yard duties always turned a blind eye lots of bullies, very little authority ups: MOST teachers are good at their jobs and truly helped me learn schedule is good and has even balance many fundraisers and dances your child will definitely make lifelong friends, and learn the things they need to. they have a relatively high chance being teased and suggestions will not be heard.

Horrible. The teachers were fine, but everything else is atrocious. NB: if your kid is getting…read morebullied, the school will turn a blind eye and do absolutely nothing. They cater to the people who fit their mold and that's it. I highly recommend IF you want your kids to have an education that's on par to what we received 30+ years ago.

I would not recommend any parent to enroll their child here. I came to them to enroll my child in…read morethe middle school and fulfilled all their requirements. At the last minute they pulled the rug from under our feet and put us on a waitlist. They kept on leading us to believe that our child's admission was pretty much done. I interacted with multiple folks in their office but later realized they enrolled more number of students than what they can actually intake and then they put you on a waitlist. They do a decent job of selling their institution. Well it was an unpleasant learning experience for us as they did not make it transparent! Anyways we were unceremoniously added to a waitlist. After a few weeks they emailed us that a spot had opened up. I enrolled my child as I was still interested. Within 2 weeks of enrolling we found that their after school person does not work collaboratively with parents or maybe works selectively with some parents based on her liking them or not. We requested a couple of small requests related to how much time she shows movies for kids in the aftercare. She works with an attitude of "my way or the highway!" In other words large part of the after school care is spent every day in movies - maybe 60 mins or maybe 90 mins! We do not know why the school does not hire a more energetic person to lead the after care program who is interested in providing kids more activities and NOT JUST MOVIES! If you want an environment that does NOT support your child's growth through the day in the school where they spend most of their day then this is the place for you! We withdrew our child and went elsewhere. The principal who joined in 2025 summer, is very approachable/ pleasant/ positive person and a solution finder but in this case she was not able to help us either!

This school is not for my child. She had depression back then of learning, maybe it was difficult,…read moremaybe the way the teacher gave her hard time, she tended to plug her hair, doing fingers movements while sitting. Her grade was not good, school did not helping, told to get tutor outside. When the second grade teacher reported about her problems, she kept her eyes rolling, the way she did made me felt she looked down on us. One day, my daughter was supposed in infront of the class to speak about famous character, she supposed to wear costume, but I did not buy it on time. The teacher called to send her home at 11:00 am without letting her to stay and learn performance from other kids. Teacher said no need, " I will send you the video of others", but, I had not received any video. This is called discrimination or what? Why she not allow her to stay and learn. And that was it, I changed school. This school I had to pay money, returned nothing. My daughter had much help and improvement when she went to Rocketship. They can provide one on one help, later group help. They use different method somehow my daughter grade went up, no more plugging hair, no more stressing movement. She is fine now with As abd Bs. Again, this school is not for slow students, they don't have patience to deal with them. Period.

My husband and I are both educators and have worked in public education in secondary schools for…read morethe past 15 years. We were lucky that for the first 3 years of our daughters life, we could rely on grandparents for complete childcare. When going to work, our minds were at ease knowing she had excellent care and attention at home. The downside was that at 3 years old, our daughter had not had much opportunity to socialize with other children or stay with an adult other than her grandparents or parents. We were of course, concerned that the transition to child care or school might be disastrous. I cannot be more satisfied with our decision to enroll our daughter at the Challenger School, Shawnee campus. We began with the summer school option, enrolling her in a half day program, 5 days a week when she was 3 years and a few months old. This was the perfect transition for a child who had no experience staying with other adults outside of family. Her cognitive, social, and emotional progress was visible immediately. That Fall, we enrolled her in a full day program in the 3 year old class. A year later, and we are still so happy with our experience. Our daughter will be enrolled in the 4 year old program for the 17-18 school year. While the curriculum and academic expectations are indeed rigorous, the staff is so incredibly loving, caring, and nurturing. The instruction is given in a way that engages the students through music and art. The children genuinely have fun while they learn and appreciate the structure and routine. We are always impressed with the work our daughter brings home. She is only 4 and can print her name, blend letters to phonetically read and write 3-4 letter words, add and subtract numbers, and so much more. Her experience is not unique as most if not all the students in her class can do the same. On top of this, every staff member from the administration, security guards, secretarial staff and teachers are excellent. I feel as though I am leaving my child with family. This is an incredibly important feature to me as I need to feel as though I am leaving my daughter in loving and capable hands when I drop her off to go to work. We have bonded with a number of parents from her class and get together for the kids birthday parties and other social events. I cannot imagine a better place for our child. I am happy to answer any further questions about our experience if you are interested in enrolling your son or daughter. Also, the school offers a tuition incentive of 15% off through a referral program. Please contact me if you are interested in this opportunity.

So like it was good my child is very smart compared to other students but I like think there's too…read moremuch of a jump between first grade and second grade like wdym at third grade all the sudden everything changes like my child's teach Ms. Holland got mad at my child and yelled at her for not knowing the difference between legal and just like wth?! However I do like Mrs Bamber, she's very supportive bc she helped my child get better grades. Although fifth grade is the hardest grade because of the biggest jump in curriculum. The turnover among teachers and headmasters are high at this campus. Don't know if it's the same for other campuses. It's upsetting when you're getting new teachers who aren't experienced in teaching. Honestly Challenger also preps you to be concerned when transferring schools because Shawnee is so small it will be easy to get lost in other campuses and like I hate this school. But they give you gold for completing PreK to eighth grade so I like that

Never had an issue with any teacher but MS.BLANK thanks to her now I will be searching for a new…read moreschool, she just gave a angry look to my mom for bring her to school "almost late everyday" not true! Around 8:25/27 she's gone and no is in line but considers "LATE" like how tf is it my fault when you already took the kids in? I thought be in line by 8:30 then walk to the class ?? We are all humans we are not perfect come on...

Mr Fienes is such a dedicated principal. The school is so lucky to have him. Most teachers are…read moregood. Music education for the 4/5 graders is such a gift. It's a small quiet campus with nice mountain views, although the facility, including the cafeteria, are not the most modern, but this is overall a rare gem of a school on the east side. Will always have fond memories of this school for a great elementary education for the kids.

This review is for the kindergarten teacher Mrs. Hernandez that teaches children with autism. Also…read morefor the accomplice (the principal). My poor 5 year old had been through so much in a short span of 5 months. 3 different schools, that the district recommended to get the correct placement for him!! You know how exhausting and scary that was for my son. He's still a baby! Anyhow came to this awful school only to have my son traumatized and mistreated the first day of school!!!!!!!! The teacher came to talk to my son to introduce herself in the morning while standing in line outside. My husband was on the phone finishing up a call, when he realized in the corner of his eye, the teacher on knee level grabbing my son viciously by his chin and said "look at me when I speak to you"!!!!!!!!! My son, as well as many others that have autism, struggle to make eye contact! She of all people should know that!!! But I guess not, this school just hires anyone! If she had the proper training she would know how to treat and approach children with autism and be patient and understanding! Heres the other kicker, the principal had her back, no consequences, no punishment what so ever for her teacher. They give consequences to all kids there, even with autism but oh NO! NOT THERE CoWORKERS! She made many excuses saying that she didn't mean it and a bunch of bs. Im like how do you know she did not mean it you were not there!!!! And stop speaking for a grown woman, you do not need to make excuses for her disgusting disrespectful behavior! Imagine what goes on behind those doors, where they are vulnerable without their parent to help them communicate No patience, or understanding for them, just anger low patience, aggression and hostility for those poor children. Horrible school do not send your child to a school like this, that can let abuse happen and look the other way! Teachers, principals, and even yard duty can be bullies too!

I love this school..My boys love it too..The principal Mrs. Moira Barker..secretaries Ms. Luz n Ms…read more Sheri always have a pleasant smile..Staff are very understanding n works with U..This school give s U that home away from home feeling.. Shout outs also to the Special Ed class..The aides n Mr. Gene are wonderful n Amazing :-) 1st grade teachers Mrs. Colbert n Mrs. Hawley are Amazing as well.! There are many Beautiful n REAL staff here in this school..I wish this school existed in late 90's..I wudnt mind being a student here..lolz :-D

The indigo model has great and patient leadership for special needs kids. They are very responsive,…read moreand actually care about students' safety, health, and wellbeing. Also, the parent volunteers are very engaged and helpful.

My daughter is currently attending the paid preschool program at Frost. The classroom is very clean…read moreand the 3 teachers are great! Since the first day I have always had a good vibe when dropping her off. She has learned many songs and has sharpened up on the alphabets. This preschool is very organized and seems to follow a routine schedule. My daughter has never expressed having a bad day after class. If it's your first time sending a child to preschool I would really consider Frost!