I went there for middle school and it is the best school ever I like it because it is bigread more

This is in reference to their Magnet Program. I have nothing negative to say - great teachers who…read moreactually teach, challenged my daughter throughout her 3 years there, and who actually addressed any concerns I had, of course with respect to my child. Would I recommend their program - definitely! Now the school as a whole - that's a whole different issue. All I have to say is that we, as parents, should take a little more accountability for our child's actions .

"I am truly impressed with my son's middle school experience at Carnegie. The organization is…read moretop-notch, and the teachers are exceptional. The level of excellence and dedication here is truly commendable. Highly recommended for a nurturing educational environment!"

I want to congratulate the Principal Mr. Torres and the entire teaching Staff at Carnegie, on their…read moreresent extraordinary achievement. This has been my daughters first year in middle school, thanks to the encouragement and guidance by her teachers, we have seen great improvements. She is excited to have been selected to participate on Jaime Escalante Math Program this summer. In partnership with ELAC, Carnegie will provide an integrated sequence of intermediate and advance math course, to prepare her for next year and her future. I can't convey how happy we are to see her exited to voluntarily go to school during summer! Also looking forward to next year when Carnegie will proudly add "Magnet" to its name. By the way, kudos to the use of text and social media. Great way to keep us informed and see what's going. Anyone considering a middle school for their kids around Carson, in my bias opinion should consider Carnegie.

Hrmmm... This school was was OK. The only thing I honestly…read morereally miss about this school is some of my old teachers and my counselor. I was in the magnet so whenever I needed assistance, I was helped out really quickly. Now that I'm in college I feel the way the regular kids felt since they had to go through waiting and long lines to get something done. Anyway, most of the food is disgusting and unedible. I loved being in the magnet but the school overall was turning somewhat ghetto.

Unfortunately, my time at Narbonne High School was disappointing. The school appeared more focused…read moreon securing federal funding through programs like the No Child Left Behind Act than on equipping students with essential life skills. As a result, I struggled in college and ultimately ended up under conservatorship. One of the most difficult experiences I had was with Mr. Waller, a history teacher who did not respect his students' First Amendment rights. He frequently imposed his political beliefs on his 10th- and 11th-grade students, encouraging them to be "Patriots" rather than "Kaepernicks." Personal political beliefs have no place in the classroom, especially when they make students feel alienated or pressured to conform. His lectures were hard to follow due to his fast speaking pace, and the classroom environment was often distracting. This made it difficult to take effective notes. Since his exams were primarily lecture-based, I struggled academically, which hurt my chances of being accepted into universities like UCLA or USC--places where I could have built valuable career networks. I also experienced bullying from a classmate, Daisy Mateos, who took advantage of my autism and gaslighted me. Additionally, I had difficulties interacting with another student, Karem Sadek, whose severe autism made social interactions more challenging. Karem did not respect personal boundaries--he failed to keep his hands to himself, and on one occasion, I had to run away from him. During a group yearbook photo, he placed his hands on my shoulders, which made me extremely uncomfortable. His influence contributed to the circumstances that led to my conservatorship, as he exposed me to potentially harmful topics like gun ownership and alcohol consumption. The school's bureaucratic system also posed a challenge. I often had to involve my mother just to get the support I needed, such as being enrolled in the right classes or switching teachers. Furthermore, I had an issue with Ms. Pascua, who refused to let me attend my speech therapy sessions, even though they were part of my Individualized Education Program (IEP). She insisted that Mr. Kobata did not allow students to leave without an office summons, despite the IEP team's recommendation that I attend these sessions to improve my articulation skills. This lack of support negatively affected my communication abilities. Another discouraging experience was with Mr. T, who advised me not to take AP courses because I planned to attend community college. Looking back, I realize that taking AP courses would have better prepared me for the academic demands of higher education. Peer pressure was another problem at Narbonne. My classmates pressured me to attend Grad Nite at Disneyland, warning me that I'd regret it if I didn't go. Now, in my 30s, I can confidently say I don't regret missing it. Ironically, when I attended California State University, Dominguez Hills, I was required to take a course on consent and peer pressure before registering for classes--something that should have been taught in high school. If I had possessed the knowledge and confidence at the time, I would have pursued legal action against Mr. Waller for violating my First Amendment rights and against Ms. Pascua for failing to uphold my IEP accommodations. For parents considering LAUSD schools, I recommend the following improvements: 1). Require Ableism Training for teachers and staff to better support students with disabilities. 2). Mandate Financial Literacy and Life Skills Courses--including laundry, cooking, safety, job interview skills, sexual harassment and consent education, and peer pressure awareness--starting in 9th grade as graduation requirements. 3). Consider Homeschooling as an alternative for students who may not thrive in traditional school environments. 4). Require Teachers to Complete a Public Speaking Course to improve their communication skills before entering the classroom. 5). Prohibit Teachers from Sharing Personal Political Beliefs in Class, ensuring that classrooms remain inclusive and respectful of all students' perspectives. Implementing these changes could help create a more supportive and effective learning environment for future students.

I was a student at St Philomena many yrs ago. I recently contacted the office for documents…read moreconfirming enrollment. Similar to transcripts. I was met with great resistance and uncooperative service. Prior and current students are entitled to this information. The office manager named Ms Cordero is now dodging me and not returning calls. I asked for this document back in April, to no avail, no response. I now have to get a court order to obtain information needed for a judge. These ppl know how to collect tuition but will not help you when needed.

Since I have see more and more bad reviews come to light I will share my opinion on this school. I…read morewas here for a swift period of time but when I was there the experience was not the best, teachers were off and seemed very judgy, like everyone should act a certain type of way. The office was bad and they overly charge for many things, the dress code wasn't as strict when I attended this school but my friends little sibling said they are now doing checks and you aren't even allowed to wear 1 or more braclets no brand names socks and many other weird things. All together I don't want to be rude but I DIDINT enjoy one second of my 2 years here.(this is my MIDDLE school experience I don't know how the elementary is.) And I'd also like to add how the teachers here in my experience and my peers, gave absolutely ZERO support unless of course you were their favorite.

Review #980 2026-046…read more Let me preface that this review is for an event that was held at J.H. Hull Middle School... J.H. Hull Middle School is 1 of 8 middle schools serving students in grades 6 - 8 in Torrance Unified School District. It's named after the 1st TUSD superintendent, Dr. John Henrich Hull, who served as superintendent from 1947 - 1970... at which time TUSD grew from 4 to 41 schools. Opened in 1970, JHHMS was originally built using steel portables from defunct Madison School, which closed in 1969; the school was later rebuilt & reopened in Fall of 2011, & is currently the district's most technologically wired & environmentally efficient campus. For 2025 - 2026, the school is helmed by Principal Jackie Ryan & supported by Assistant Principal Kimberly Lee. The 2026 TUSD "Math Field Day" was held at J.H. Hull Middle School, hosting the past 3 years. It's an annual competition that focuses on computational skills, conceptual understanding, & complex problem-solving while encouraging teamwork amongst elementary (starting from 4th grade), middle, & high schools students. Winners received medals & trophies for their school, & top winners from each quadrant advance to the Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) Math Field Day, usually held in April. My son competed for 1 of 4 spots representing Hickory Elementary's 4th Grade Team. It's a 2-part competition that consisted of an individual 10 question quiz (20-mins.), followed by a break, then a series of questions for the team (30-mins.), ending with an hour break while the scores are tabulated. The students loved the "trail mix" snacks that they got during breaks... my son says it was candy galore with trail mix, gummy bears, popcorn, M&Ms, chocolate chips, goldfish crackers, etc.!! And totally worth the after school hours to enjoy these treats (can you feel the eyes rolling?) & wants to come back next year. O_o 2026 Math Field Day Winners 4th Grade: 1st: Victor ES 2nd: Hickory ES (so proud of my l'il guy & his teammates!) 3rd: Riviera ES 5th Grade: 1st: Hickory ES (back-to-back win!) 2nd: Walteria ES 3rd: Towers ES 6th Grade: 1st: Richardson MS 2nd: Madrona MS 3rd: Calle Mayor MS 7th Grade: 1st: Magruder MS 2nd: Bert Lynn MS 3rd: Madrona MS 8th Grade: 1st: Magruder MS 2nd: Madrona MS 3rd: Calle Mayor MS High School: 1st: West HS 2nd: North HS 4th: Victor ES, 5th: Hickory ES, 6th: Richardson MS, 7th: Magruder MS, 8th: Magruder MS, & West HS will move onto LACOE Math Field Day. Good luck! Congrats to all the mathletes that qualified & to the winners for their excellent performance... way to go!!

Great school. The teachers are awesome, they school is very organized and clean grounds. My son…read moreloves this school. We like it because its 5 minutes from our house. Highly recommend this school.

My daughter has been attending Ambassador School for the past two years, and we couldn't be happier…read morewith our experience. The small class sizes and excellent teacher-to-student ratio mean every child receives individual attention and support. The teachers are highly experienced and genuinely dedicated, creating an environment where students thrive both academically and personally. The academic standards are outstanding; every student is well-prepared for college, with an impressive 100% college admission rate, and many even graduate with an AA degree! Beyond academics, the school places a strong emphasis on character development and spiritual growth, teaching biblical values that truly shape students into compassionate, well-rounded individuals. Ambassador also offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including various sports, dance, and an incredible annual theatre production that consistently sells out at a local theatre venue, a highlight of the year! We are so grateful to be part of the Ambassador community and can't recommend it enough. If you're considering this school, attend an open house or have your child shadow a student, you'll immediately see what makes Ambassador School so special.

Ambassador is an AP Platinum school that truly loves its students and reflects Christ to them in…read moreevery single classroom.

Pictures speaks for the self. The only thing that makes this school "great" is the curriculum that…read moreis done for all students. If your a high achieve student you can do it anywhere else's with more class and electives

Love the school! If your focus is strictly just academics and a little bit on the extracurricular…read morethis is the school. Kids love the school and their program, parents expect more even though kids are on full load. Ask the kids about their school experience, not the parents!

They have a great community here. Teachers and staff really want the best outcomes for the…read morestudents. The other students support their fellow students. For being a small school, they have a great selection of classes and options for sports, diplomas, and activities.

My kids have attended Rolling Hills Prep for two years and it's been a phenomenal school for both…read moreof them. Each has a very different learning style and the school is able to tailor their teaching to meet both of their needs. Within Rolling hills Prep is the Renaissance program, which offers scaffolding and support for students with mild to moderate learning differences with support blocks and each student is assigned their own learning specialist. It's a small school which allows the community to feel very connected. The students are all very kind and welcoming and the faculty and staff is top notch! It's been such a positive experience for both... we are so happy to find this little gem of a school.