I have two kids in this school. My oldest, who is just about to enter 6th grade, has been going to…read morethis school since Kindergarten. I think some things have definitely improved over the years, such as pick-up and drop-off (which used to be a total nightmare), and it seems that they've slowly started making improvements to the bathrooms and some exterior parts of the school, like the sidewalks. However, I feel this school could benefit from investing more money into fixing up the playgrounds, classrooms, and overall infrastructure of the school. The playgrounds are pretty old and run-down. The classrooms are very dated. Some of the classrooms have plumbing issues and a huge problem with ants. The teachers and staff members are wonderful, but at times I am not sure if what my kids are learning is up to par with other schools. The before/after program (PRIDE) is not great... my kids were enrolled in it this past school year and they originally stated they would watch the kids on all of the breaks (fall, spring, etc.) except winter break, but then right before fall break they completely bailed on the parents. Some of the teachers in the before/after programs are too lenient and the snacks they pass out are not healthy. One day my kids had several small boxes of TRIX cereal. This should not be an acceptable snack to feed children, especially in the afternoons when they will likely be eating dinner within a couple of hours. My biggest problem with the school is the grading system. Instead of the usual A, B, C, D, F, this school uses a 1-4 grade scale, which does not tell me much... and this has been one of my biggest issues with this school (and the district itself, since it's throughout the entire school district) since my oldest started going here. Another big problem I have is that they do not release a school supply list until about a week before school starts, during Meet The Teacher Night, but last year we didn't get it until the NIGHT before school. I think this is very inconvenient because by the time we get the school supply list, a lot of the stuff is already out of stock at the stores. Last year I had a hard time finding the right type of folders for my daughters, which was frustrating. So those are definitely some things the school could afford to improve upon... also, a no tolerance policy for bullying and delinquent behavior. It seems like the kids are not punished as severely as they should be when causing harm to other students. My oldest daughter told me that a boy in her grade started a fight with another boy on a field trip a few months ago, and even called the other boy the "N" word, and he was still able to attend the school. He even called one of the teachers the "B" word. This type of behavior should not be acceptable. Areas where the school is meeting/exceeding my expectations would be the teachers and staff. I have been mostly happy with my kids' teachers, the ladies in the office, and Mrs. Helland. I like that they still have parties in celebration of certain holidays, because I remember having class parties as a child and found it super memorable. The 5th graders had a ballroom dance competition this past school year, which was super fun. I would like to see more events like this. Pick-up/drop-off is also a breeze now, for the most part. It is so much faster than it used to be. I really appreciate that the staff takes the time to ensure a smooth process. Overall, I would say this is an okay school, and one of the better public schools in the area from what I've seen.

Really good school, teachers are engages, administration very helpful, close knit community.read more

Let me start by saying; I was a first year student here. Now that I'm an adult, I have all 3 of my…read morechildren on variances with CSE. These reviews are not accurate. Corte Sierra is one of the safest and advanced schools in my opinion. They have done amazing at being support for my son who needed speech services, all the way to bullying. Some of the teachers are original teachers from when I was in 3rd grade back in 2002/2003. I travel 14 miles to and from to get my kids to CSE and it's worth every penny.

Educators Who Make A Difference…read more The staff at Corte Sierra are an amazing group of professionals who are dedicated to making Corte Sierra an unbelievable leaving experience for children. It is refreshing to see educational values and dedication to excellence at work.

Giving them a new chance this year, it looks like they are really trying to make this school…read morebetter. The school had a meeting at meet the teacher night, the mission and the plan to stick to it is sound. Overall my son who is autistic likes the school and the teachers which is what matters most to me. Most everyone there that I've talked to has a similar experience. All the staff I've met are friendly and willing to help you with whatever problem or question you have. This year they just started implementing the 5 second rule for visitors in the office, 5 seconds meaning after a visitor walks in the office they will be met by someone working there and will be helped a son as possible. Again this year they are really giving it a strong effort and I appreciate it.

Education can improve. Teacher don't know how to teach. I should have pulled my child from this…read moreschool and went somewhere else

The curriculum that heritage teaches is AMAZING!…read more Most teachers are new with about 1-2 years teaching experience. Lots of mis-communication between staff (teachers, administrative and bus drivers) My daughter loves this school. It is a charter school. Uniforms are a must and Fridays are Dollar for Duds ($1 to dress casual) the money goes to the school or charities. It needs a lot of work but I know they will improve fast since it is a newer school.

Thank you Heritage Elementary! I cannot say thank you enough! The staff at this school know what…read morethey are doing and it shows! The schools we have dealt with in Arizona have been hard to adjust to because of questionable practices relating to the staff, the curriculum, and grading. We found where we belong at Heritage Elementary. From the curriculum offered to the respect given to students and their families. Students are allowed to be themselves in a welcoming and secure learning environment. The environment at this school allows students to grow and encourages them to strive to be even better. My children regained their confidence thanks to the staff at this school. They felt welcomed from the moment they stepped in the front office: With each staff member we encountered, the welcoming feeling grew even stronger. Ashley, Sharon, Mr. Dye, Mr. Mitchell, and Mrs. Kinsey just to name a few. Thank you for creating such a welcoming learning environment. Forever grateful for giving us the chance to once again experience how a school should operate. Parents, check out the curriculum and all the activities offered at this school. Thank you Heritage Elementary!

Academic Excellence…read more Legacy Traditional School amazing academic Institution that motivates students to achieve academic excellence in an accelerated learning environment. The entire staff at Legacy Traditional School are knowledgeable and caring, and courage parents to become involved. It is a welcoming change when the school's philosophy is for parents and staff to work together as partners. The student, teachers, and parents are all committed academic excellence. Legacy Traditional School oppose standards and policies that all school's should follow.

‼IMPORTANT PLEASE READ‼ This school is, in my opinion, an…read moreabsolute disgrace. The administration and many teachers seem far more concerned with protecting each other than supporting the students they are supposed to educate. I've found some staff members to be dismissive, disrespectful, and completely uninterested in listening to legitimate student concerns. The quality of education is deeply disappointing and falls nowhere near the standards the school claims to promote. Even more concerning is the apparent failure to address bullying effectively. Students have been subjected to cruel and unacceptable behavior, yet meaningful action often seems absent or inadequate. Rather than creating a safe and supportive learning environment, this school appears more focused on preserving its image. Based on my experience, I would not recommend this school to any family expecting accountability, respect, or a quality education. Best regards, John park

This is my favorite school my daughter has ever attended. We have required additional assistance…read morefrom office staff due to personal issues and they are so kind and eager to help! I am proud to say my daughter is a firebird

she made my daughter walk recess for no reason and my daughter came home crying…read morethe teachers name is Sarah Goodsell

best school ever my son said the kids are nice teachers are and i used to go to this school and i…read moreagree love this school

I'm glad that the Dysart district is open for in person learning. They also offer online learning…read morefor all students.

I don't like this school the lunch ladies always say grab a veggie or fruit this is very upsettingread more