My son takes piano lessons with Joy and she is very patient with him (he's a beginner). Her prices…read moreare reasonable and my son feels very comfortable with her. I would highly recommend her for lessons.

I was looking to add some form of art to my son's life, since it is no longer part of his school's…read morecurriculum. I called several music studios and met with the piano teachers; I found that most were too strict and their energy was not a positive one. I found Joyful Music Studio in my neighborhood and called. Joy called me back right away and when we met, I was instantly drawn to her great smile and energy. My son has been going to her ever since, 3 years now. She is the most patient professional I have met. My son has done very well and also loves her. Her teaching style is appropriate and has met all my expectations. Thank you, Joy for adding the dieing art of music to my son's life.

Is your child a nontraditional learner and are you looking for a charter school that doesn't expect…read morestudents to learn the same way as everyone else? If so, I highly suggest you check out SET High (formerly Coleman Tech Charter School). Our son graduated from SET High last year and now our daughter is attending and we couldn't be happier. She is only in 9th grade and already taking on leadership roles. The teachers exceed my expectations. They know each student by name, have great relationships with them. My son's former teachers are always happy to see him when he goes to visit, which is often. He even gave graduation presents TO some of his teachers before he left. The students are geeky, wacky, nerdy, different, intelligent, unique, confident, and wonderful! My daughter said that she didn't want to go to any other school because she is with "her people" and she is right. Dr. McCurdy said in last year's commencement speech, "If you aren't failing, you aren't learning." What a great place to make mistakes, learn from them, and make improvements. I'm so excited for the students attending SET High because they are learning real-world skills at such an early age in a supportive, caring, and fun environment. You won't find a better school for your student!

I love SET High! My son is a senior there and my sister is a freshman. When i was looking at high…read moreschools in 2021 for my son, i was discouraged. He was going to go to San Diego High, but it felt big and impersonal. My son is smart and i felt like he was going to just cruise by without any challenge or any accolades. We toured SET and my son was so excited. I love that each class is small. I love McCurdy, Ms Heath and all the other teachers. Ms. Geis is such a rad human! My Daughter is the opposite of my son.... She is into dance and theatre, but after seeing how awesome SET was, we enrolled my daughter too. Love the school and staff dearly!

This is a great specialty school for students in special education. I take kids here who need lots…read moreof one-on-one attention, and the staff are very dedicated and patient with each student.

I was a bartender 20 years ago and have since forgotten everything. Wasn't sure if paying for…read moreschool (vs YouTube) was worth it but wow it certainly was. Have been attending classes regularly for the past three weeks. The instructor (and owner?), Mike is gruff, yet genuine. He seems to know everything about alcohol/mixology and the local bar industry -- and most importantly, he cares about us students. The lessons are at an even pace, easy to follow. He'll answer "stupid" questions patiently and share anecdotes to help us remember. I've learned a ton, made friends in the class, am redeveloping my confidence due to the unlimited fake bar practice in the classroom...and oh the best part is he's already sent me on two bartending gigs and has more for me this weekend! I've already recovered much of my investment and will get the rest very soon. Super stoked I took the risk, and I look forward to a fun and lucrative summer. I get nothing for posting this; rarely post reviews for anything (on any site) out of laziness. But I want to see his business succeed bc already the skill I have relearned from it has been i valuable and for the first time since the start of pandemic, I am optimistic for my future. Heads-up, when I called three weeks ago, he came across as a bit distant on the phone, which made me hesitant. I now realize it's because he's interacting with many active students and potential gigs at any given time. He's more warm and accessible in person. I recommend you meet him face-to-face. Feel free to hmu with questions. I will vouch. Or ask for me through Mike. Permission granted to give out my number (forever) if you're reading this, Mike.

Cool little venue. Danika was the best teacher. She was so patient and so thorough. Knows…read moreeverything about everything I felt like. Wish I had more teachers like her. Dope school all around.

As a parent I can confirm that this school has been nicer than any other one my son has been to…read moreover the years. My son has been going to this school for a year now and he has made so many friends. At other schools he has had trouble making friends and was constantly bullied. Now he comes into the car everyday with a smile on his face talking about his day. Will be coming again next year!

I have the misfortune of living near this school. From what I have witnessed, it is a blight upon…read morethe neighborhood. Twice a day the pick up lines cause dangerous traffic. When you walk by in the sidewalk you are stared at and made to feel extremely unwelcome. And this is just an outside impression of the school. I just get bad vibes all around.

Spencer is the greatest of all time. I'll take him over Michael Jordan, Michael Phelps, and Usain…read moreBolt any day. I graduated from one of the top universities in America, and I can confidently say that Spencer is better than nearly all of the professors there. Seldom can you find a teacher who is overflowing with knowledge, is able to convey that knowledge concisely and effectively, and manages to not display an ounce of hubris. Not only is he a walking EMS encyclopedia, he genuinely cares for his students. He wants everyone to succeed, and it shows in both the way he teaches the class and how he treats his students. His lax and understanding nature creates a more comfortable environment that fosters growth and learning. After graduating from the class, I feel fully prepared for the NREMT. But more than just an EMT class, I feel that I have learned an incredible amount of practical knowledge that I can utilize for the rest of my career in medicine. For more of the logistical stuff, I took the 5 week full-time course. It's a lot, but it's manageable--especially if you have a background in science. I was able to score above average on all the exams by basically just listening to Spencer's lectures. I PERSONALLY did not feel the need to read the book or go over the PowerPoint slides, but they are both great resources for additional help. I think the fact that I was able to do well in the class simply based on Spencer's lectures is more a reflection on his ability than mine. Random tips: -There is no wifi. So if you want to be connected to the internet, consider getting a Wifi hotspot for a month if you don't have it already -There's a Keurig machine -Don't worry too much about the uniform. You need it before your ride alongs that are scheduled usually 2-5 weeks after the beginning of the course. Of course, you will look goofy if you are the only one not wearing the uniform during class, but don't worry too much if you don't have it prepared by the first day of class -You need to print a lot of things. Just be aware of this and prepare accordingly. -I highly recommend a restaurant called "Tadian". It is super close by, inexpensive, and tasty with great customer service.

I loved my experience at WestCoast EMT San Diego doing the accelerated-fulltime course. Our teacher…read moreSpencer was so experienced and fun to have and made sure we learned what we needed to be prepared. We also had some skill instructors that were amazing including Mark who will soon also be teaching there too . I also had another amazing teacher named Danielle who filled in one day and helped with skills on a different day. I will miss that experience.

High class upscale and cheap! I live this place, they do both male and female hair cuts and at only…read more10$! They are very attentive. Love that they are students, the interior and restrooms are very clean. Absolutely making this my normal hair cut joint.

Cheap price, but you get what you pay for - ruined my hair and wasted my time…read more I normally pay $50 for a haircut from my regular barber, but with prices going up I thought I'd try this barber college since it's only $15 and the reviews mentioned supervisors always being present. Unfortunately, my experience was a total miss. First, the atmosphere is extremely loud - blasting hip-hop the entire time, which made it hard to communicate. The place is clean and the building looks nice from the outside, but it felt chaotic. Students and people hanging around were in oversized baggy clothes, and almost none of the students had sharp, well-groomed hair themselves (only one guy had a decent self-fade). That alone made me nervous. I got assigned to a student with 250 hours who genuinely seemed clueless about basic barbering terms. I asked for a classic taper with mid-length sideburns ("halfway down the ear"). He asked me about sideburns, I repeated "midpoint," and he immediately shaved them completely off and gave me fenders. Couldn't follow simple verbal instructions at all. He also didn't know what split ends were when I pointed them out. Multiple times he had to go find the supervisor, who was nowhere on the floor. We waited 5-10 minutes each time before the instructor finally appeared. The students seem to only know one style: high or mid fade finished with a hard razor lineup. If you want anything more traditional or natural (taper, no lineup, softer look), you're out of luck. I get that it's a school and the price is low, but there needs to be real supervision and students need to learn how to actually listen to clients and execute something other than the same "hood fade" on every head. I left looking worse than when I walked in and I'm still mad about the destroyed sideburns. Maybe some people only want that one specific urban fade and are fine with the vibe, but if you're looking for a clean, classic, or customizable haircut in a calm environment, spend the extra money and go to a real barber. I wanted to support a school, but I won't be back.

We first learned of JCS through friends and I am extremely happy we did. My son was diagnosed with…read moreAutism at the end of last year, and I knew he would survive in a public school but never thrive. Julian charter school is like a private school with out the cost of tuition. Ms. Candia is amazing, understanding, patient, and I know my son is getting the best chance of success with her. The school's PTO is inclusive and responsive to ideas and other input. Enrollment is small so those looking for a family like setting find it at JCS.

JCS Manzanita is a true gem, and I believe it offers an exceptional learning experience. One of the…read morethings that stands out most to me is the way in which the staff truly know every child. From the very first day of school, it's clear that the teachers and staff are invested in each and every student's success. I also love that they incorporate activities that allow the students to explore their interests and develop new skills. I cannot recommend this school enough!

As a parent of a high school student attending this college as a concurrent student, I have to say…read morethat the enrollment process could definitely use some work. There was quite a bit of confusion when it came to getting information about enrolling, touring, and registering a high school student, and at times I felt like we were being given the runaround. For families who aren't already familiar with the college enrollment process, I think the information should be much clearer and easier to navigate. First impressions really matter, especially when you're a new student or parent trying to figure everything out. Thankfully, we did encounter a counselor who completely changed the experience for us. He was incredibly helpful, patient, and willing to walk us through the entire process--from enrollment to registering for classes. He even took the time to give us a tour of the campus on his own down time when he absolutely didn't have to. That level of service stood out to me because that's exactly the kind of person you want representing a college to new students and their families. I do think the front office and admissions area could use some additional training when it comes to professionalism and face-to-face customer service. The people greeting you when you first walk (admissions desk) onto a campus are often the first impression of the entire institution. If I were judging the college solely on my initial enrollment experience, I honestly don't think I would have felt very welcomed or excited about becoming a student. There is definitely room for improvement in this area. However, once my son was registered and started classes, our experience became much more positive. He's only taking one class this semester, but his professor has been wonderful. She is kind, attentive, and genuinely seems interested in getting to know each student individually. She even set aside time for the class to complete a "getting to know you" form, which I thought was such a great personal touch. As a parent, that made me feel much more confident that we had made the right decision. I've also had the opportunity to meet several other professors while on campus, and those interactions have been really encouraging. They've been welcoming, polite, and enthusiastic when meeting students, and that energy makes a difference. When professors are excited to see your student and make them feel welcome, it naturally makes both the student AND the parent excited about this new chapter. Overall, I see a lot of potential here. I just hope the people overseeing admissions and the front office take a closer look at the new-student experience. A young adult coming straight from high school shouldn't have to navigate a confusing process to get basic information, and parents shouldn't feel like they have to piece everything together themselves. The enrollment process may have been a little rocky for us, but the positive interactions we've had with the counselor and professors have definitely helped turn things around. I'm hopeful that with some improvements in communication, organization, professionalism, and customer service, the college can create the welcoming first impression that new students and families deserve.

Being an older transfer student was difficult to navigate an application. I came in and someone…read morestood beside me and walked me through everything. The guys at the desk and the women at the front desk were all so friendly and welcoming. I didn't feel intimidating and I've also had great interactions with people on the phone