I know Thomas Russell in real life and let me tell you, I LOVE that guy, he is a very kind man, and…read morehe has made my life so much better, and whenever I see that name, it sparks my LOVE, so ever since I knew about Thomas Russell Middle School, I have had so much love in my heart for this awesome school, I absolutely love to look at a school with the name of the Best person i have EVER known, please never change this.

My favorite of all my school years.The best food,the best teachers,the best times…read more The food was way above average than that of elementary.And there were no half hour waits in line like at MHS.The sausage biscuits at recess were hella good as were the sandwiches they served at lunch. The teachers here,for the most part werent your typical cardboard cutout,boring teachers.I actually enjoyed going to school when I went here.Alot more than I can say for my high school years.

I really had high hopes for this school, considering this is where I went when I was in grade…read moreschool. From the very first time I ever enrolled my son, office staff has always shown a little bit of nonchalant rudeness. At times that I would need to go pick up my son early, or drop off lunch money, they're usually coherent but I never see any kind of smiles or friendliness. It's like ok, if you don't like working for or with kids, then why are you here? But today really upset me. I walked up to the office and it was "Drill " time. Some larger set woman yelled at me from the benches, "we're having a drill, you can't go in there". I walked closer to the group of women who apparently was the staff of Pomeroy, and asked if I could drop off money for my son's lunch because I'm on my way to work (which I would have been able to do in the office if it was open). The larger women said, "It's a drill, we can't". So in all defense I said "Well what am i supposed to do, leave my son with no money and let him starve? He needs lunch money" That is when this chunky Caucasian, red head looking woman stepped in and said "BY LAW---- BY LAW!! You can't leave this territory when we're in a drill." I'm just thinking in my head, #1 You didn't even answer my question-- all you care about is "laws", not the kids well-being/hungerness #2 Did I ever agree to trying leaving the site if there was a drill?? I literally was just there trying to drop off my son money for lunch. One thing for sure I know is true, this staff (or most) does not care about a child's interest. They are there for themselves. So petty.

Great Elementary school, principle, teachers and staff are great and helpful. Pomeroy PTA is one of…read morethe best, lots of fun activities for kids.

My kid goes there and we love the school as a family. Teachers and ATB staff are amazing.read more

School should always report to parents if their child fall or was hurt in school. I never got a…read morecall nor was inform about it. Not until I called the school and ask. If a child is still on campus it's the school responsible to keep them safe & inform the parents. What kind of school never say a word until the parents speak

Ms. Elba and her whole team feel so much like a family. We are so grateful for the loving care Ms…read more Elba has provided to my daughter since she was five months old. My daughter truly feels being loved and enjoys the variety of activities and field trips as well as delicious meals. Now, we are sending our baby son to Ms. Elba's.

I have been sitting on writing this review for quite some time…read more Just like Viet T's review mentioned, it is almost impossible for me to start explaining the kindness and generosity Miss Elba and her family have bestowed upon our family. Maybe I can start with the conversation I had with my 4 year old on a Saturday: Son: Papa, I want to go to Miss Elba. Me: Today is Saturday. Miss Elba is closed. Why do you want to go there? Son: I want to go there because they love me. I almost teared up hearing this. Sending two of my boys to Miss Elba has brought a transformative amount wellbeing and happiness to our lives. The reviewers are right word for word - Miss Elba truly makes this place special. I can only add one thing perhaps: She embodies the very essence of kindness, a rare angel walking among us. I am forever indebted to Miss Elba and her family.

I love this dance school is similar to The Joy of Dancing studios, including ballet, jazz, tap,…read morehip-hop and the other dance genres!

Finally putting a review after 6 years and its with mixed feelings as I finally pulled my daughter…read moreout. The Positives that kept me re enrolling for 6 years: Staff: I always loved the staff especially the person who always helped fit my daughter dance shoes. They were friendly and always responded to questions. Location: Close and easier to find drop off in a safe neighborhood. The Costumes: For the Most part the costumes are beautiful and it even got better this past year end performance. The staff puts a lot of thought into this. Dance Teachers: kids friendly not strict at all (could be good or bad) The Venue:Santa Clara convention center is a great venue. Many other dance studios can't afford this size venue. Negatives: Repetitive program. You will hear the same songs after 2 years. Simple moves: If you are not in the comp team, you won't learn much after 2 yrs. My daughter said 3 years ago, she learned 3 new moves, 2 years ago she learned 1 new move. Last year she didn't learn ANY new moves. Now as I search for other dance studios, she's already behind for her age group for non comp classes. It's hard to continue paying increasing fees without seeing progress. All I wait for is one fancy year end show with beautiful costumes.... I hope they hire new dance teachers that can dance like their star comp team girls.