What a fun event! There was music pumpin' and families everywhere! Inflatables, food, face…read morepainting, cotton candy, games, a train, and a haunted house. My favorite game was "Shark Slots" the human slot machine. You pay 5 tickets and three people behind the slot start rolling their arms as they count down from 5. When they stop they each hold up a piece of fruit. If they match you win! If you win you get to pie someone, like Mr. Mack in the face. lol. super fun! Different Grade levels were running the activities and students were also volunteering to help with food service and other things. Families were participating and having a blast up until it was closing time. What a fun event!!!

Fabulous school! Been there 6 years! Love it! Kinder to now entering 5th! Every year is awesome!…read moreCaring staff!

So it's been a while since my initial review, and there have been changes many amazing, some…read moredisheartening . I now have children in the Elementary and one entering the High School. The Good Pinecrest still provides an exceptional academic program. I've had very open and transparent interaction with teachers and staff (family oriented). Looking at the schools data/ scores and the progress of my own children, I can attest to the success they have in providing an educational experience that can not be matched by the Public School System. It is rigorous and requires students do the work. Success at Pinecrest is dependent on what students and parents put in. Infinite Campus is updated and I appreciate being able to see what they are working on and when they will be assessed. It helps me keep track of my kids assignments and provide guidance as needed. If your student needs help,just ask. They have a system of support that is very student centered. The school is modern and progressive. They expose students to the technological advances needed to prepare them to be competitive as they enter college and workforce. Additionally they frequently have Guest Speakers, various Community Organizations, Events (very active PTA), Field Trips, all coveted opportunities that gives students exposure to every thing from Entrepreneurship, Career Exploration,The Arts, Community Building the list goes on. The programs for Middle School and extracurricular activities offered are top tier in my opinion. I am supper excited by the addition of the High School Career and College Tracks offered to the students. Pinecrest covering the majority of associated cost. Leaving High School with a Diploma, Certification or degree/ credits is a valuable opportunity. The Bad As Pinecrest has expanded there has been a very noticeable change in negative student behaviors. Bullying, Racism, and Mental Healthl issues have marred the appeal of the school. These issues in my experiences unfortunately have not been limited to students. However, when I've reached out I have almost immediately response and have recieved swift action. Once again, parental involvement is needed in addressing these issues and proactively seeking meaningful resolutions. I also feel Pinecrest needs to revamp how they set and enforce expectations when it comes to behavior. Most students there appreciate all that the achool offers. They come in ready to learn and engage in all the benefits the school provides. However, there are some that disrespect the learning environment continuously contributing little to the overall environment of the school. This is simply not acceptable. It does not go with the core values and goals of the school. More needs to be done to support the teachers in the classroom so that they can teach without distractions. Overall, our time at Pinecrest Cadence has been good. While like any other school there are issues, the overall value provided is still exceptional. I hope that as the school continues to grow they continue putting student success at the healm. Creating an environment where all students feel seen and valued.

I thought long and hard before writing this review, but something had to be said. My child and I…read morewere extremely happy when she got selected for a seat at this campus. I have known parents who have sent their kids here and have had a good experience (for the most part). We are into the second week of the new school year & I am already unenrolling my child because we found a new school that was a better fit socially and academically. Please do not send your child here if they require any kind of assistance. To start the IEP teacher reached out to me before the school year to set up a meeting with is standard and missed both of our meetings, didn't return my emails for weeks. The school did not provide my child the accommodations as outlined in their IEP, which is against the law. Moving forward, they refused to provide an elective aside from study hall because they claimed they were at capacity with every other elective. My child got dress coded twice in the first week. Once for a skirt that was in their section at the uniform store 2nd because her skirt had buttons on it and it wasn't a plain khaki skirt in their words. Upon arriving to the open house and explaining to the teacher the accommodations outlined in the IEP the teacher stated that she wasn't allowed to use her accommodations in her room because she shouldn't have to explain to the other kids why my child was so special. The school had a food truck outside during their lunch break and refused to provide my child and my child's friend anything because they said and I quote "they didn't look underprivileged" what does under privileged look like? The best way I can describe this school is like a military school, which is extremely disheartening because we were excited about becoming a part of the Pinecrest family. If your child has an IEP or requires learning environment that fosters their needs, DO NOT send your child here! The only reason I gave them a one star is because I couldn't give them a zero and make this review. It is our job's as parents to fight for our children's education to ensure that they are being met with all of the tools that they need to be successful. This school discriminate against anybody who is different. Please read all of the reviews before making your decision. Start with the one stars and work your way up if all of them have the same common theme it's safe to say they're the problem!

JUST MY EXPERIENCE with a child on the spectrum with an IEP...i understand charters don't have as…read moremany programs needed for my daughter but when we did the tour they made sure to make us feel comfortable which we were (with how CCSD is going that's why we thought to try out a charter). My daughter is diagnosed level 3 autism and if your child is past level 1 DO NOT BRING THEM HERE. they don't have the resources or knowledge for kids with level 2 and up. I get it my daughter elopes and has her bad days but instead of making her feel better and to try again they had me pick her up second week of school labeled her a safety concern and suggested restraints.. Car loop sucks for special ed parents considering their kids gate is 0..the last one which i had to tell them every time because they would forget or not notice when i write it on our car loop tag. Special education teacher is full of excuses and can't handle special ed kids period. I don't think they've had children with severe autism and it shows. Now she is getting what she needs from CCSD and is improving already

I used to love this school. My son has been going here since 2020 and for the last 2 years, I have…read moredespised it, ever since they became this 5 star school the administration has cared nothing about the students and everything about keeping five stars as well as the whole pickup and drop off is unbelievable how are they going to designate a fifth grade pickup and drop off and not abide by it....It's unbelievable to me. I think the way they run the school is absolutely horrible. I think the way that they conduct their pickup and drop off is absolutely ridiculous and I'm so glad to be out of this school and over to Cadence next year.

Administration doesn't have a clue what they are doing! They play favorites for people that don't…read moreeven have a degree in education. They also let middle school boys whistle at teachers and don't do anything about it! Go to any other school than this dump! Lizethe, Carmen, and the others are not qualified to run the school! Horrific place to get your children educated!

Absolute worst private school. Save your child the trauma, enroll in a reputable private school…read morewith solid leadership and teachers/students who aren't leaving in droves due to traumatic and dangerous experiences. They don't even have a nurse on campus! Not a safe place but they want you to think it is so they put on quite a show. Literally run from here.

Great school! I learned a lot here, made a lot of friends, and I definitely recommend it to anybody…read moreand everybody who wants to have a fun middle school experience.

We've been here since 2016 and my kids have had a great experience overall. The front office staff…read moreis wonderful and kind. My kids have learned a lot and the band program is great. Would recommend if looking for schools.

Now that my children are transitioning to different schools, I believe it's the right time to share…read moremy thoughts through a review, as I've been quite vocal about our experience this year. First and foremost, I must acknowledge that many of the teachers we encountered were excellent. However, as we reached the higher grade levels, we encountered some difficulties in communication with certain teachers. In my opinion, fostering effective communication and building strong teacher-student-parent relationships are crucial for academic success, and this is an area where this school fell short. The second area of concern was the administration. While the executive director of CASLV was responsive and easy to communicate with, there was a lack of proactive action that would have benefited students and families. The immediate administrative staff was practically absent, and their lack of initiative left the school in a less than desirable state. CASLV may appear impressive in their advertisements, but the reality becomes apparent once your child is enrolled. Throughout the year, there were recurring behavioral issues that the school and administration attributed to being a new campus, despite the fact that it was not a new educational system. While my son had positive experiences with his teachers, which was undoubtedly the best aspect of the school, my middle schooler struggled to thrive. As a result, I made the decision to enroll her in Nevada Virtual Learning Academy, where teachers were readily accessible to both students and parents. She excelled in that environment. There has always been an air of secrecy surrounding CASLV. Some of the office staff treated parents as though they were an inconvenience. If one cannot maintain a positive demeanor and be the welcoming face of the school as the initial point of contact, then that individual may not be suitable for the role. I strongly encourage considering the type of experience you desire for your children, including relationships with staff and administration, accessibility to teachers and administrators, as well as the curriculum and extracurricular activities. Also, as a STEM school, I didn't feel like it had any advantage to other schools -- what they offer is the norm for all schools today. For my family, CASLV Cadence fell short in meeting our expectations.

My brother has attended this school for over a year, and the experience has been consistently…read moredisappointing and deeply concerning. He is a special needs student with ADHD, autism, and a speech impediment, and this school routinely ignores his IEP. That alone should be a red flag for any parent considering enrollment. Beyond that, the bullying and harassment he faces from other students is relentless. When he reports it to the teachers, nothing happens. Yet somehow, my brother is constantly the one being punished and reprimanded, often for behavior he denies, and that I personally witness other students doing every single day without any consequence. The double standard is impossible to ignore. Other kids push, curse, and act out constantly, but my brother is always the one made out to be the problem. One teacher in particular, Miss Willingham, has handled my brother's case in ways that are deeply troubling. She removed my brother from tutoring based solely on the word of other students for behavior she never personally witnessed and that my brother also denies. That is not discipline, that is bias against a child who already struggles to advocate for himself due to his speech impediment. She has also had my brother suspended over a comment he made in a Google chat. It's truly disappointing as well as in a way, pathetic for a grown adult educator to respond by having a child suspended over a comment which is a profound misuse of authority. This woman felt so threatened by a child's frustrated comment in a chat that she escalated it to a suspension, especially a special needs child who already struggles to communicate. This is not only disproportionate, it's retaliatory, and it feels like she used her position to punish him. I pick my brother up from school nearly every day, so I see firsthand how these students behave as well as the fact that there is barely any adult supervision or surveillance there to monitor and course correct behavior. The language and conduct is appalling for any age group, and this school spans elementary through high school, meaning younger kids are constantly exposed to the behavior of older students. An elementary school-aged child literally called me a "stupid whore" on the Friday, right before their spring break. That is the culture this administration has allowed to fester. XI had reported it and asked that there be more staff positioned outside when the students were released at the end of the day but there haven't been any as of weeks and weeks later. Reports have been made. Nothing ever changes or is resolved, really. This school has failed my brother at every level. He dreads going every single day. If you are considering enrolling your child here, especially the child with special needs, please look elsewhere. This is not the school for your child.

My daughter has been attending Foothills since kindergarten. She will be entering fourth grade next…read moreyear. As someone who also attended grade school in Las Vegas, this is easily one of the best institutions in Nevada. The teachers, administrators, and school culture are extremely kind, professional, and knowledgable of the Montessori way. When my daughter was struggling, there was an entire team ready and available to create an academic support plan to meet her where she needed to be met. It worked! Thanks to the schools diligence, communication, and teamwork, she was able to show immense improvement in very little time. Ms. Dana, Ms. Rosie, Ms. Adrian, and Ms. Marion ... I mean I could just go on about the community here, parents included! We feel so safe dropping her off in the hands of such incredible people. Highly recommend!

My grandson goes to pre-K here and loves it. He is now reading and is so excited and proud. I like…read morethat they taught phonetics so he can sound out words. It seems like they have a great program that is well balanced.

We transferred here in October from Signature Preparatory. My daughter felt that public school was…read morea better fit compared to Signature, where we experienced several issues with the teachers and staff. Since starting at Josh, her mood has improved dramatically, which has been a wonderful change. Her teacher, Ms. Weaver, is truly exceptional and genuinely cares for her students. My daughter was struggling academically, and Ms. Weaver called us to express her concerns. We decided to have our daughter evaluated, and she was diagnosed with ADHD, hyperfocus type. Once we understood what was going on, we were able to support her better. Her grades improved significantly, and she received two awards at the end of the school year. Ms. Weaver supported her every step of the way and played a vital role in helping her succeed. While the teachers have been wonderful, the front office staff could benefit from additional training. We've also encountered some issues with bullying. I had to personally address a situation with a child who continued to bother my daughter. Ms. Weaver did her best to handle the issue and even involved the other child's parents. To the parents of children who bully others: please do better. Teach your children to respect others and to keep their hands to themselves. I saw child at the park bullying a kid and the other child beat him up because he was tired of being picked on. Please raise your kids right!

The school is good itself, but there are some bad things about this school I went to for 7 years…read more As a 5th-grade student whose graduation was recently in practice, they did not let you cross your legs, and one teacher was mean when we didn't get a part right. Next, they are unfair. In 1st grade, I went to the PE class; kids were being bad, and we got in trouble, but I didn't do anything, and yet I still got in trouble. Those were two bad things that happened at Josh Stevens Elementary School, better than other elementary schools in my opinion overall. 3 stars

specifically disappointed in my daughters teacher Epsy 7th grade English / literature....Ive…read moreemailed my daughters teachers multiple times, spoken to principal trying to keep update on my daughters grades because the app they keep referring to will not show you . This specific teacher kept giving my daughter a failing grade but kept telling me she was passing , makes no sense right ? Ive had her do extra credit etc . The teachers and front staff lack communication and the response time is little to none. I got more of a response when my child was in cheer but grades ? little to none . I do not recommend this school.

I went to this school when I was in middle school and it was terrible, most teachers are racist,…read moreand absolutely terrible. Only a few teachers are actually doing their job and are nice. Honestly I don't think I've gone to a worse school than legacy. Once, me and my friend were eating lunch, when the PRINCIPAL came to us, and started saying stuff about other students saying my friend was stealing wallets, and the principal was dead set on the fact. When more then half of the people saying this stuff he doesn't even know, and the fact the principal had NO evidence to back this up. Me and my friend are Mexican to add on. but when it was with a white kid, the principal supported the kid, and comforted him.