My son and I were really excited to go to this school considering it is across the street from our…read morehome. He was being teased for playing with a little girl and after so many days, he defended himself saying to his friend "girls are dogs and dogs drink out of toilet bowls" When I picked my son up from school he was crying, devastated, saying that he got written up. He told me what happened and what was said. We talked why he did it and why it wasn't ok. The teacher messaged me on class dojo explaining what happened and that my son was very honest with her immediately, she talked to him and she could tell he was genuinely sorry. That he chose to make a difference by writing an assignment on anti bullying, I explained that he was sorry and the he said he wouldn't do it again..and that was the end of the discussion. I though it was over and dealt with until I picked my son up the next day and he was devastated crying AGAIN.....Nobody there with him to explain why he's so upset. He told me that he had to stay in a room and eat his lunch while writing an assignment on what Sousa's Expectations are from him, for using unkind words AND then had to sit on a bench for recess while everyone else got to play! That was his punishment for the rest of the week! Mind you, nobody ever informed me of him getting this kind of treatment!! I thought it was dealt with the day before! When I called the school to understand the situation both the principal secretary and principal were incredibly rude to me, pretty much called me a liar at one point. The principal said things like "you must feel like you guys are higher and above everyone else to think he shouldn't get this kind of punishment" (even tho my son was the only one punished in this "incident") and "if he was using kind words, he wouldn't be in this situation" instead of trying to make the situation better and being on the same page. It was their way or find another school! This school since then has deleted my reviews and won't even reply back to my emails. I've never dealt with something like this before and wouldn't wish it on anyone. The lack of respect is unreal. It was the first time he was ever in trouble! The punishment was too harsh for something so small. I was understanding the first day but it is not ok to treat any child this way and/or any parent for that matter. I have gotten plenty of advice from plenty of mothers and also see other ratings that state almost the same things to know my feelings are also justified and that this is not ok and they are perfectly fine with showing they DO NOT CARE! We no longer go to this school! Shame on Sousa Elementary School!!

We are fans of Sousa Elementary School. It is run very well, is clean, and has great staff and…read moreteachers. The principal even knows my daughter by name, and not because she is a trouble maker. The curriculum is standard but the school has great academic recognition for programs like math masters and word wise club for the students. My only lil complaint is that they seem to have a 'no policy' policy towards lice. Ick. A special shout-out goes to the librarian (Siack?) for her ability to hunt down books that my daughter requests. Thanks!

It is the best district. My kid goes there. It is a delight learning there, at the district, you…read moreshould have your kids go there, because it is the best district I've ever been to.

i just read a news article about a student in 2nd grade who was locked in a rubber room like a…read moremental patient because they (the school staff) decided that his sugar allergies reported by his mother had nothing to do with his behavior. i'm just wondering where the school staff got their medical degree. i am more than mad right now. they not only need to be sued, the teacher need to lose their job, the board needs to be replaced because they allowed this to go on. the school had to purchase this, and i'm sure the school staff didn't pay for it. it had to be approved by the board. this is an outrage. i would have their heads if this was my son and i hope the mother is allowed to drag them through the mud. they deserve worse than what they'll get i'm sure. if anyone enrolls their child in this district after knowing they do things like this for punishment you are irresponsible. this happened at desert sage elementary school. shame on all involved. i hope you never work with kids again. you don't deserve to. i hope this makes it to the appropriate people. this is an outrage.

Ms. Hernandez is a phenomenal teacher--caring, kind, and knowledgeable. She truly cares about her…read morestudents and creates a positive, supportive learning environment. The office staff is also friendly, professional, and always helpful. Avalon is a fantastic choice for families looking for smaller class sizes and individualized attention for their child. I highly recommend this school!

The worst school It's dirty, smells bad, teachers are not…read morewell trained, Mr. McCord is an abusive man. When I asked for proof of my daughters performance he refused to help me. Mr. McCord also recorded me without my consent. When I asked for paperwork I was told that he would not talk to me due to the fact I was filing a complaint with the board of education. The bathroom literally had feces wiped on the walls that was left for weeks. Do not go to this school.

Parents of girls, please be aware…read more In our experience, our daughter reported behavior by a teacher that made her uncomfortable and that we believed was inappropriate. We brought these concerns to the school administration. We were deeply disappointed by how the situation was handled. Shawn Bell did not take action in a way we felt protected our daughter or addressed similar concerns raised by other students. To our knowledge, the teacher remained employed at the time we withdrew our children. Because of this experience and the school's response, our family chose not to continue enrollment.

Only one of my sons went here for middle school. I absolutely loved the seventh grade program. Mrs…read more Olsen is incredible with her social studies program! The Gettysburg and White House Dinner reenactment were fabulous! It's the 8th grade program that left a bitter taste in my mouth. Maybe it's the fact that Mrs. Kendrick the school principal retired and the school's feel changed. But I don't feel my son had any growth during the second year. I knew once Mr. Shappee left that there was no way my other son would go here. I saw major bullying at this school as well, among other issues. My son enjoyed seventh grade here, went to Costa Rica for 10 days which he will cherish forever but I really feel that PVUSD just isn't what it could be or has been in years past. Sad really.

My son went here for 9 years(K-8) and it was nothing short of amazing. The class sizes were smaller…read morecompared to many schools which was great because he got more face time with teachers and staff. The staff and management at the school were all very nice and approachable and honestly it felt like a family. I feel the curriculum was rigorous but also they made it fun. The school always felt safe to me and my son absolutely loved it here. I could not recommend Scottsdale Country Day School enough for anyone looking for a K-8 school.

SCDS is amazing! We were so fortunate to be able to send our son there from kindergarten through…read more8th grade. The school is full of big hearted humans. Kathy and Steve and all of the teachers are super supportive of the kids, both inside and out of the classroom. I've even seen them support their students at their Battle of the Bands concerts and also when they set up businesses at farmer's markets. I've seen them support students when they're interested in starting charity drives at school. They really listen to the kids' interests and support their learning through fun and engaging projects. They're not just a school. They're a community that helps these kids become their best selves both inside and out of the classroom. Again, we are so blessed to have been able to send our kid there for 9 years. They're the best

I do not recommend this school. It is very sad to witness…read morehow much this school has declined. The middle school experience has been especially disappointing. The teachers often come across as rude and seem more focused on enforcing dress code policies than providing quality education and meaningful lessons. The school also does not reflect the Christian values and kindness it claims to promote. Everything seems centered around money, and some wealthy families appear to receive special recognition not because of their children's achievements, but because of their financial donations to the school. Overall, this has been a very discouraging experience for our family.

The classes assign an excessive amount of unnecessary homework without providing any real…read moredifference in instruction compared to standard honors classes at most high schools. The only noticeable distinctions are the heavier workload, limited opportunities for social interaction during the day, and additional fees--for example, charging $75 just to allow casual dress, despite already paying a substantial tuition. Even chapel, which should be a central part of the school's identity, only takes place once every other week. Families like mine are investing in this school expecting consistent spiritual growth, not minimal engagement. There needs to be a stronger commitment to both academic balance and faith-based education.

I am a single parent and I am beyond grateful for Carminati Elemenatry school. The staff is great…read more I love Norma who works in the front office. I always drop my son off knowing that he is safe and cared for. Kid zone and the kid zone camps have made it possible for me to go to work everyday and pay my bills. Thank you to everyone who makes a difference in the lives of our children

Unfortunately, this school district is laying off over 100 teachers. Legacy Traditional Schools is…read moreopening a campus in Marley Park, and it's an A ranked charter school with 9 locations in the valley. If anyone is interested in more information, they are enrolling for the coming school year, and they are hiring teachers: www.LegacyTraditional.org