I remember when SSA was a quality school with wonderful teachers who exceeded expectations. That…read morewas so very long ago. I pulled all my kids out of SSA Tucson campus on Sunset. This school is known to discriminate against students, especially their special education students and families. The staff is poorly trained and they're constantly trying to replace teachers who either quit or get fired. Their test scores are abysmal and sadly, they don't prioritize students. It's a negative, mean and cruel environment for kids to spend years in. Avoid at all costs.

I have had two students in this school and really love it. It's a small school so my kids have…read morereceived a lot of personal care. After a year or two the teachers feel like family. BTW, regarding the photo in the previous post: That disturbing image was NOT taken in an SSA bathroom!

Mr. Ewald and Miss Lyons has been amazing to me during a very difficult period of my life. They…read morereally truly care about the kids at their school. And they care about the parents too

All I can say is that the school help produce a wonderful child like my son who ended up graduating…read moreearly from high school and is currently attending a major university in the state of Alabama yes a majors university currently to my nieces attend the school and both are doing well especially my niece that is in kindergarten she has been on honor roll and principles honor roll throughout the school year. Coach Joe is one of the best teachers there is he always are still going to teach students to be positive and be proud of everything that they do. Miss Johnson is another teacher at the school that is the exact same way very outgoing positive and encourages her students to study and to be the best that they can possibly be and to always seek out the best.

This school should be reviewed by the state. The way they treat students who are on the spectrum is…read moreabsolutely abhorrent. My son attended for two years, and the second year both teachers quit. He had very little aid for his iep, and they claimed over and over to not have resources. How in 2024 do you not have resources? Especially after covid opened up many school resources? They claim to be diverse. They are not. They do not even have cameras on site, not even in the office. 10/10 do not recommend. Take your children anywhere else.

This is a wonderful school. They have many extra curricular activities. They have a gate with a…read morecamera and you need to ring the doorbell before they allow you to enter. Only a dumb*ss would think of kidnapping a child there. There are camera's everywhere. The rooms do NOT smell like mold. It is a beautiful campus and the teachers are wonderful educators. Just beware of Mr. Krauses dad jokes.

Our family trusted this school with my precious grand children and they were assaulted over and…read moreover by other children with no recourse. The last straw was when the teacher allowed three kids to assault my very young grandchild in a way that is so disgusting I can't post it here. I had six kids and they all went to daycare and never did anything like this happen to them. The teacher had the attitude of "they're just kids" but we reported the main kid who was the problem and who constantly harms other kids several times and. They did nothing to protect the kids from this abusive child. They should be closed down for neglect and child endangerment. I feel sorry for the other kids who have likely been assaulted there. Do not take your kids here if you value the safety of your children.

Love, love, LOVE this school! Dr. Fil and her staff are amazing and caring. I feel confident and…read moresecure, leaving my most valuable asset, my son, in their hands, while I work. The atmosphere is set up for education, so my son is learning and preparing for kindergarten. While at the same time being cared for and having fun. My son loves his school, his teachers, his friends. I feel like my son will have friends/relationships from here well after he transitions into kindergarten. I also really love how the school does events that gets family involved. For example, they'll do a big Thanksgiving dinner for the families at the school, which aunts, uncles, grandparents are all invited too. We've been going here for over a year, Dr. Fil and the teachers feel like an extension of our family. When my father in law was sick, Dr. Fil had my sons class make him a get well card. Which he loved. He eventually passed away, and Dr. Fil had the kids make a condolence banner, for our family. They're very thoughtful and compassionate here. I can see how generations of families stayed with and grown with this school. They are so great!

This is an actual test question my child was asked on their middle school civil war test at this…read moreschool which speaks for itself. Which American president said "only white men should be in charge of rebuilding the south"? The question was not couched in any language to describe that this president was known for his drunkenness or being a terrible president. The quote was not listed on the study guide as need to know material for students. And yet, it was on the test along with several other questionably framed topics regarding slavery and civil war. These types of questions are damaging to children who are already bullied for being different in some ways from the white men who hold privilege/power in our country. The new principal is harsh and unforgiving. She has no qualms about threatening parents with crimes for stopping to talk to teachers before or after school while at the same time telling parents to stop emailing all the time. How are parents supposed to advocate for their children if they cannot stop to talk to the teachers or email them? Her solution is to let kids sink and fail repeatedly while being bullied by teachers and students daily. Is it appropriate for a teacher to ask a student to turn off the light for class and when they get up to do so, say "you need the exercise" followed by laughter of all the middle school classmates. This happens at Cyril (a male teacher in junior high commenting on a female child's need for exercise). Is it appropriate for a teacher (whom the student told before class they forgot their contacts and weren't seeing the board well) to then ask that student to read the board and answer the question from their seat? And then when the student responds I can't see it well today, for the teacher to respond, I bet you can't to the laughter of all the other students? Is it appropriate for a school to make an accommodation plan for a student and then choose not to follow it repeatedly despite parent documentation of the lapses? Why even make a plan if you are going to shame the child for needing it? Is it ok for teachers to stop parents anytime or anywhere on campus for an impromptu meeting including in hallways to discuss private matters like mental health, grades, or quality of notes BUT have a policy that parents cannot stop and talk to teachers about the same things? Is it appropriate for a school to ban parents and students from speaking their native languages like Spanish on campus? What about when their child is hurt or injured and the parent is trying to comfort them? The parents are scolded, "English please", by this new principal. This school has had multiple leadership changes over the last few years. We were family here for 8 years and have finally realized that they don't really care about you or your kids. They care about control and compliance. They don't really care about diversity. They care about kids sitting down and shutting up while they are fed bullying alongside questionable teaching practices such as shaming and yelling at kids. Your money (or state funds from ESA) supports old and outdated teaching that leads to bullying at this school and in the future workplace. It's sad to see such kind families be taken advantage of and bullied into silence and submission. My children were frequent honor roll students and still had issues, how will your students fare here?

I really had high hopes for this school and this new administration. My hopes were quickly…read moreextinguished this last Friday during the assessment testing for placement in your school. The unprofessionalism that was displayed by Jennifer Buchanan was outright sickening and disgusting. She verbally attacked the school and staff that currently enhances my child's life and education. Not only did she do that publicly in front of all of the parents, but in front of the children as well. What adult does that?! That's absolute bullying, defamation of character, and abuse of power. She also lied to a lot of us. A few months ago she verbally promised us that our children had a guaranteed spot only to back peddle and say that was not the case. And not to mention, she had zero data to back up her malicious, false claims! You clearly have an integrity issue here. I have heard stories of the staff bullying families and again, I was open to giving this school another chance because the administration had changed. Apparently old, ugly spirited, and gross standards remain. What part of how you treat people is Godlike in your Catholic school? Why do you place unqualified people in positions where they abuse their unqualified power? I am so grateful that this all happened so I didn't waste my money and or tax credits on your school. St. Cyrils, you have lost so many amazing families over this. Not only did this cost you incredible humans within these families, it cost you so much in tuition dollars, and this continued behavior continues to cost you your reputation.

We were recommended TV Lutheran Preschool by a number of people. We were still unsure and were…read morebeing very careful about picking a pre-school as our three year old (who was very shy) had been overwhelmed during the first attempt(at a different school with much larger class sizes). TVL far exceeded our expectations. The intimate class sizes with fully qualified teaches and aids mean that your child is in an environment where they actually receive attention and care and can develop close relationships with both their teachers and classmates. Within the first few days it was clear to us our daughter felt safe and that her confidence was growing. To us, this was critical step in our child's life, a moment where we entrusted her to someone we didn't know (and that was a stranger to her).That this be a positive experience for our daughter was very important to us. Now our daughter is in her final year (kindergarten) Again the care and attention she receives is beyond our expectations, and the relationships she is fostering with fellow classmates is heartwarming. Our youngest daughter ( who has repeatedly said she would never go to school ) is thoroughly enjoying Bunnies and willingly walks through the door twice a week. The flexibility of TVLs pre-school schedule is an amazing. You can enroll your child for however much you feel comfortable with (which is especially nice for those of us who are not ready to send our little ones to school all day, 5 days a week) Finally the admin/ and management feel like a couple of caring neighbors or friends. It feels like an equal relationship. They are fully transparent (they have no problem letting us know how our two daughters are doing). They are incredibly flexible and accommodating of our families needs.

As a mom, finding a place where your kids feel safe, loved, and genuinely cared for means…read moreeverything and Tanque Verde Lutheran Church Preschool & Kindergarten has been exactly that for our family. From day one, this school felt warm and welcoming. The teachers truly know the children as individuals, not just names on a roster. My kids are happy here, excited to go to school, and come home talking about the stories they read, the art they made, and the friendships they're building. What I appreciate most is the balance TVLC offers. There's structure, routine, and learning, but also so much play, creativity, and emotional support. The classrooms feel calm and intentional, and the teachers lead with patience and kindness. Communication with families has always been clear and respectful, and I've always felt that my children's well-being comes first. There's a strong sense of community here, and it shows in the way staff, kids, and parents interact. We feel incredibly grateful to be part of this school. It's been a positive, steady presence in our kids' lives, and I trust the people here completely which, as a parent, is everything.

TCS is an absolute gem--a warm and engaging play-based program that values outdoor play and…read moreindependent, creative thinking. When we moved to Tucson, my biggest concern was finding a quality preschool for my boys. As soon as I toured TCS, I knew I had found something magical. The teachers were inviting and knowledgeable, the classrooms intentional and engaging, and the outdoor spaces inspiring. As southern Arizona's only parent-cooperative preschool and kindergarten, the community bond is unparalleled. The parent body is down-to-earth and engaged. I feel so lucky that my children are able to grow and learn in an environment that truly understands and values the experiences of children. TCS has been the biggest gift to our family!

TCS is absolutely wonderful! My child is growing and learning through play each day. The outdoor…read morespace is unparalleled and the child centric atmosphere gives each child the confidence to explore, make friends, and learn. The teachers are caring dedicated professionals and the family involvement has enriched all of us. My only regret is that my kids can only attend through Kindergarten -- the love of learning TCS encourages would serve them well far into elementary school.

We had so many negative experiences here that I had to pull my child. When we started, I said that…read moreI would be there for the first day, but was told that this was not allowed, which was a red flag to me. Most facilities have an open door policy. To me, if a parent is not allowed on site, it's an indication that things are not above board. My child also had such a difficult time transitioning that I could hear them screaming on the other side of the building. But while things were still brand new, we tried to wait it out. They did not improve. One day when I walked past a classroom, I heard a teacher telling a child that they had made God sad because they weren't listening to her. I emailed the director the same day because I found that to be very inappropriate. I never heard back from her. There were just too many red flags. We pulled our child and never looked back.

I had both my children here for several years, until they started school. The staff always bent…read moreover backwards to make sure my children were safe, and had all of their needs met. They let me volunteer in the classroom, they made sure I had my background check and fingerprints before I could start helping. I appreciated that they didn't let just anyone in the classroom, interacting with children (who at times may be in a CPS related situation and security is a priority). The Director is the sweetest southern lady you will ever meet and treats every child like they are her grand-babies. I loved it there. My kids were well prepared for elementary school, we've even received compliments on how well prepared they were.