Review #300. Class…read moreof 1999. Back in my day, middle school was seventh and eighth grade. I don't understand this sixth-grade-is-middle-school nonsense. NONSENSE. I remember thinking I was so smart being in honors history. Honors language arts. Algebra 1. Spanish 1. Ooooh I'm sooooo smart. Also, I never understood why kids who sucked up to their teachers here at Monte Vista were called "Smacks." I still don't get it. Oh, and PE. PE was the shit. We played cool things like team handball... and a foot-based volleyball game like sepak takraw... and paddle tennis. We also did a schoolwide cookbook, which was supposed to be a math project because it involved calculating the macronutrients and calorie values per serving, but I feel like no one really did the math except for me... Oh, and we did a music revue of America. Going west. In a covered wagon. Me and Mamie O'Rourke. Fifty nifty United States. Got to got to get us some elbow room. Swing low, sweet chariot, coming for to carry me home. And don't get me started on Renaissance trips to Magic Mountain. We destroyed that place. We're the reason I hate Magic Mountain now. I hate eighth graders at theme parks. So much. But I digress. What a weird experience middle school was. And to think it was over ten years ago... Red and black for life.

I've stepped on human fluids here not very cool the food is not very good too (but spicy chicken…read moresandwiches are actually pretty good)

Wow! My xe/they/her son luna had an amazing and wonderful experience! She told me the…read morenon-biological-systematic-smoke-free-zone-bathrooms helped her feel safe during snack/play time I can't thank the staff enough for accepting my little Luna into the big and scary high school scene Sincerely, Michelle J

This school is FULL of drama!! And that's not even in the actual drama classes! Our student was in…read moretheir junior year when they were being sent threats by a couple of 'friend groups' which resulted in them leaving the school and doing independent study. Thankfully they were able to graduate a whole YEAR early!! But this was not with any help from the principal who did ABSOLUTELY NOTHING and did not care to verify he proof we had of this situation! He is completely inadequate in his role! Another teacher had an affair with a custodian-apparently on campus, the front of staff is Very Unfriendly, a teacher keeps hair clippings of students on the wall!! Which I'm certain is an OSHA violation and the music department, is headed by an untalented narcissist whom had an affair with a new hire and left their partner of 28yrs!! Simply....this is not a school that reinforces kindness or positive 'real world' morals of ANY type!!

A Warning to Parents: Our Traumatizing Experience at PVCS…read more As an associate marriage and family therapist, I never thought I would encounter such a neglectful and dismissive environment in a school setting -- especially one that claims to operate under Christian values. For several months, my daughter was subjected to repeated physical and emotional harm by another student in her class. She came home with glue in her hair, sand in her mouth, and bruises on her body. Despite numerous attempts to alert her teachers and administrators, including Mrs. Wilson -- the school's principal -- no meaningful action was taken to protect my child or address the behavior. When I attempted to speak calmly with the parent of the other child, I was dismissed and deflected. I approached the teachers, including a daycare staff member whose training and experience appeared insufficient for the role, and received minimal acknowledgment. At no point did I demand the child be expelled -- I asked only for accountability and protection. Instead, my concerns were reframed and misrepresented by the administration. I ultimately made the decision to withdraw my daughter, and she is now thriving in public school. She no longer returns home in tears or covered in bruises. She is safe, learning, and happy. In my professional opinion, the school failed in its duty of care. It seemed more concerned with image management than the well-being of its students. There was also a troubling pattern of older children -- including a second-grade boy who repeatedly displayed aggressive behavior -- being allowed unsupervised or inadequately supervised access to younger students, including kindergarteners. These decisions put many children at risk. Several other parents I know made the difficult decision to remove their children as well. We were all met with the same pattern: avoidance, minimization, and spiritual language used to deflect responsibility. It pains me to write this about a religious institution. But in my experience, it is precisely behind religious language and rhetoric that some of the most egregious forms of gaslighting and inaction are allowed to persist. If you are a parent considering this school, I urge you to ask direct questions about their conflict resolution processes, staff qualifications, and discipline procedures. Make sure your child's safety is prioritized -- not just spoken about, but truly upheld.

Terrible food. The school has you pay for food and constantly has to make budget cuts. The teachers…read moreare very sexist and like the girls more than the boys. Even though I am Christian I see them force the students to and if they are not christian than the teachers will make you feel guilty. Just not a good school. I prevously went there and the staff there would spread rumors about me being a bad kid even though I was pretty nice. What did I do to deserve this life at the terrible school. Its not a school more like a Prison.

Great school! Teachers and students welcomed in my transfer students. Most teachers are hard…read moreworking and care. AP classes are great and kids are well prepared. My kids have had positive sport experiences, and the principal and VP's are very involved.

Pretty great school, depends on teachers when you go, some are cool, some are amazing and others…read moreare hard.

What a wonderful school! My daughter graduated from 8th grade last year and my son is going into…read more2nd grade this year. The teachers are so dedicated and are a very positive influence on the kids. The parents are SUPER involved in every aspect of the school and it really shows! Since this is a Science and Arts Magnet school now, the kids really get involved with projects they might not do otherwise. Highly recommended!

small school doesn't let kid learn how to make new friends because they been with the same kids…read moresince kindergarten.

miss the noodle and the principal are very rude The lunch is…read more so that's why I is not an excellent public

Please look into all other options before going to this school. Camarillo is such a great area…read more At Camarillo heights you'll find the library basically doesn't exist. The combo classes are something the teachers and students dread. The principal has not been favorable. The teachers appear unhappy.

It is a wonderful school. The kids are amazing and the leadership is supportive. If I had kids, I…read morewould enroll them at this school.

Very nice clean good school. Kind employees. Kids look very happy. Love this school for my grand…read moreboys

This school definitely has very unhealthy politics at play. Everyone in administration is related…read moreto teachers etc. The school has a religious spirit. Cares more about reputation and popularity. Does not handle conflict well at all. Plays favorites. Completely bias. Takes rumors and uses them against attacked individuals and runs them down ( the admin, teachers and head master). They boast about "my teachers can do no wrong, I have known These people for many years!" Leaving you wondering how many others they have said that to. When you stand there afflicted they tell you they have never had this happen. Its clearly false. They say "I know that family so they must be right". Them and theirs can do no wrong. This school should be held accountable but I do not believe they ever will be. Its an absolutely terrible place. If you don't bow down to them no matter what, you will be rode out the door based on lies, rumors, gossip, slander, favoritism. The people they have compassion for are the people they "know" or people with money. They pick on the weak, trust me, they will leave you speechless, unable to stand up for yourself or your kid, and will not use proper context when they create a file. Terrible ungodly place. Fake Christians. Judgmental and dishonest. My son like every kid is not perfect. But he was not discipled or cared for. They are absolutely disorganized and do not have any good way to handle conflict. They do not right their wrongs because they can do no wrong. Unhealthy, fake Christians.

I'm a graduate from Beacon Hill, i loved it more than anything else. I began attending my JR year…read moreand it surpassed any expectation. Some really great teachers and staff, they keep it fun while also learning so much about the Lord and His works. 10/10 would do it all again.

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This is a great middle school. It's k-8. The front staff are so helpful. The principle and…read morecounsellors are great! They are very accumulating to foster youth. They always answer my questions and make the students feel welcomed. They have students in the front desk helping, they are awesome! The school is nice and the food provides to the students is great! Plenty of healthy options. We have a youth who is lactose intolerant and with a doctors note they were able to accommodate her dietary needs. Drop off and pick up times are a total zoo, so make sure you have patience.

This school has been so helpful with our youth. Students with behavior needs, substance abuse and…read moremental health needs can really benefit from this school setting. All the staff are very helpful. The bus transportation system is great. The youth are checked everyday before school starts. No electronics allowed. They have a middle school and a high school, separate and the kids don't interact with each other. The staff have great training and know how to use intervention skills to help the youth.