Hello this is Karina, I had my child go here for 6 YEARS! And everyday of this school she came home…read morecomplaining about a staff called Ms.Sandoval. She kept saying that she would have favorites and they had assigned seating because they would talk. Of course they would talk!! There are 100 children seated at the same spot. Do they expect to hold back after learning for 2 more hours? She also mentioned that they would have assigned places to play what if they get bored? They are forced to just play one sport for a week!?!??!?!! I would give a 1 star but since I'm nice 2 stars.

Omg Mr calvo is so nice he is really just the best science teacher ever always respectful.my son…read moremisses him so much

This school is so bad. Kids have hit my child and they don't do anything but when my kid hits…read moresomeone they make a big deal out of it also sometimes my kid goes to school sleepy because you know how kids are. They call me to pick him up after I literally left him 24 minutes ago I work far away about 1 hour away so I really don't recommend this school .‍

I went here as a kid and now both my kids go here . I like how they do look out for the kids…read moreespecially if you have a bullying problem you tell the principal and right away she's on top of it and tries to resolve it . I gave 4 stars cause they're are some administrators that are really rude . Especially at the front desk.

I have 2 of my kid's in these school. The teachers are amazing . They help my kids learn.read more

My kid didn't even last 4 months there. She is a handful but like any kid: you speak to them like…read morean adult and make them aware of consequences eventually the child will listen. If a child does not respect an adult the child will let people know. Well, this teacher decided it was a good idea to be-little my kid in a class dojo app. Which the other parents, of the other kids, can see the videos. So naturally, the parents started to complain. My kid was specifically targeted to show how she would miss behave and made and example of to the other students. (If thats not a lawsuit idk what is but thats another story.) Even though I specifically said call me if you need my help and gave my personal phone number. I would open the app and sure enough. My kid was miss behaving. Only a handful of times do I remember being a positive post. Mind you this is a 5yr old. A 5 yr old who knows nothing about school but shes expected to know from the get-go. A 5yr old whom just started kindergarten. Kinder! It suppose to be fun and do arts and crafts as well as see baby chicks hatch.... but there was none of that. For a mom, its hard enough to send your kid to school much less dealing with incompetence. So, I pulled her out. It was the best decision I ever made. Now she goes to a charter school and is reading on her own and writing on her own. Shes also doing a bit of addition and subtraction. As well as learning spanish on the side. Yet, shes still a kid and not a robot. The school system is not like it was before and the teachers union is ruineing everything. Its not about the kids anymore but the cushy paying job. If teacher would be held accountable for the students grades things would be a lot different.

I called Panorma high school to get my attendance records and Rene Rodriguez assisted me. He was…read morevery professional and patient. He also answered my questions regarding enrollment. Thank you so much Rene Rodriguez !

I will never send my kids in this school. I went to this school and my history teacher was…read morehorrible. She was the worse teacher there. She didn't like me and she would fail me every time. I almost didn't graduate high school because of her. She gave me a hard time while other students were rude and nasty to her. Throwing papers at her and all but she was too focused on me and I was behaved and quiet. She failed me twice or 3 times. I will never forget what she did.. I hope she doesn't teach there anymore because she might do the same to other kids. What an awful teacher! She would talked like a childish woman bringing her dolls in school. Horrible! I hope she reads this review!

Hi my son Jose goes to this and he said that the t.a was telling him to go in the girls bathroom to…read moresee if her son is there I didn't like that and the girls where fighting and doing graffiti

As far as public schools go, this is a pretty darn good school…read more The newly built Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary School opened two years ago as Valley Region Elementary School #9. This is a K through 5th grade school, but they also have limited state-funded preschool -- be sure to sign-up early! Our son started here in 1st grade earlier this school year. His teacher, Ms. Sousa, has been a wonderful and encouraging mentor. I don't know how she (and the other teachers) have the energy and enthusiasm to keep up with them! We also feel very fortunate to have a teacher and school that is big on communication. Our son's teacher won't hesitate to call or email us with concerns or updates and she quickly responds to our own communications. As nice as all the contact and communication is, it's not perfect and it would be better if they were able to provide more advanced notice of events, short days, etc. Sometimes you get a notice the day before something happens. Sometimes you don't get any notice at all (it all depends on the teacher passing out the letters and your kid remembering to bring them home). If it's a significant event, LAUSD will call you with an automated recording the night before. Don't hesitate to call the front office with questions. The staff in the front office is friendly and knowledgeable, although they can get busy and overwhelmed during peak hours (just before and after school). You are also welcome to call the teachers shortly after school. Or can call the office and leave a message to arrange a parent-teacher meeting before or after school. Like most schools, I imagine, there are a lot of fund raising requests sent to parents here. Everything from candy bar sales, cookies sales, multiple school photos, year books, book sales, school shirts, etc. Not to mention special projects and events that need extra funding. Given the constant budget cuts, it's to be expected, but it can seem a little excessive to be asked for money every 3 or 4 weeks. This school is very good about security and rules. No adults are allowed onto the campus without checking in with the front office and obtaining pass. They often have assemblies, meetings and even parent classes -- how cool! This particular school has a lot of information and opportunities for low income families, ranging from health care to and free lunches and an after school program. When dropping off or picking up your children, there is a long stretch of curb for convenience and safety, but please keep it moving (think LAX). It's not for sitting around and holding up traffic! Also, be careful not to double park for even a second -- law enforcement has been quick to issue citations! The neighborhood in this area has a lot of street parking, but you may have to walk a block or two. If it also important to note that there is not a sidewalk on Calhoun between the school and Hart Street. However, I think they are planning on putting one in soon. Check street signs when parking on the street. Bottom line, this is a quality school that has a lot of potential for turning education around in the area. Let's just hope the district provides them with the budget they need to keep doing great things.

I went here and left in the middle of 4th grade around 2015 ish. The only few teachers I can…read moreremember were Mrs. Horn, Mrs.Hanson or handson, Mrs. Rodriguez, and my favorite who was my kindergarten teacher Mrs. Chun or chunn. When I joined the principal was Mrs. Jay and we were close and had the same name! But she left and a new principal joined who I can't remember now. I have a few more pictures like yearbook photos and my sister's graduation from kindergarten in Mr Rialtos class (I think that was his name but Rialto was also the street I lived on so maybe not)

Loved my daughter's 1st year of preschool. Ms. Maria Martinez did an awesome Job with the children.read more

This school is so welcoming. The principal and his staff are always so kind, frendly and…read moreprofessional. This school has a lot of gifts to offer and it starts with them. What I have appreciated the most from this school, is that they don't tolerate bullying. I admire and appreciate this. Waging peace. Also, when something goes wrong, they take action and go on to communicate with parents about the situation and how its being handled. This school has my respect and trust. I have reassurance that every student matters to the school. How beautiful! Also, my daughter is the happiest she's ever been and I thank you Saint Gen for giving her the tranquility and the feeling of belonging we longed for. This school is unique. I appreciate all your hard work to make each child feel safe and like they belong. May god bless this school now and always. Thank you for everything!

So as a new comer to private school, we chose St. Genevieve, my little one had a difficult time…read morewith transition but, Ms Allen made it easy as she saught what was best for the student. Ms Sanders is a great teacher. My child has thrived after being in her class. The school as a whole is wonderful the staff knows our child and is very attentive. Truly it is a small net community but very diverse. They learn how to present and read, math, and write with some grammar by Kinder. Very impressed, parents its a family effort, so if you are willing to support your child with the homework, that is fantastic, if not daycare has your back for daily HW. I am looking forward to culturing my childs growth with St. Genevieve.

So I'd like to start with what was positive about coming to school here. I graduated in 2021. I…read morereally liked Mrs.Nirmal and Mr.Doctor. Mrs.Nirmal teaches chemistry and she's great. Mr.Doctor teaches history and he is very knowledgeable and helps his students succeed. My issues with the school started in 11th grade in the middle of the year before the pandemic. I was not permitted to join the dance company despite having a rudamentary knowledge of hip hop. This crushed me since I entered in the school specifically to the performing magnet arts program and that did not work out. There was an insane amount of discrimination and bullying going on behind closed doors and when it was brought to the staff's attention more specifically Mrs.Arana she did nothing about it. I experienced the worst cyberbullying and bullying from the kids while it attendance to this school that I'm now 23 years old and I still recall stuff that went on. I wouldn't wish this on my worst enemy. Do not send your kid here. I would recieve an endless amount of death threats, abelist comments on my former youtube channel, and a lot of people were targetting me because of my religion so I feel discriminated against. Making fun of my religion and sending me death threats is not the way anybody should spend their high school years. I know high school is bad but it does not have to be that bad if you choose the correct school. The students are insanely historically not informed and some of the comments they made towards me behind closed doors are disgusting, nobody should ever be spoken to the way that I was. In response to telling Miss Arana that I was being targeted for being Jewish, she said "there are conflicts in the middle East." NO! We are in Los Angeles and this is her school and this is what people are writing to me here and now, so I felt like she could have done more to take care of it. At the time there was even a "tea page" on instagram where there was a lot of cyberbullying. There were maybe 50 or so posts about me on there and I didn't really have any friends at the school so it was very unfair to me what was going on.

Best kept secret in the valley and maybe even all of Los Angeles. As a parent I was a little…read morehesitant at first because of what the media tries to portray Van Nuys and everything in it, including this high school. But since my kid liked the performing arts magnet and was also interested in the machinist program we gave it a try and I am glad we did. My kid loves Van Nuys High School. The teachers are nice, patient, and very attentive to talk to parents about any issues or if they need help. The students at this school are a diverse group from different areas not just from the valley and this is something that I liked. When we were considering high schools for our son we looked all over the valley and this was the best fit for him. My wife and I really were sold when we went on a tour of the campus and got to speak to current students. They are so talented! It blew our minds how many cool things they are doing and how smart they are, we left beyond impressed. The three magnets are great too, Medical Magnet, STEAM Magnet, and the Performing Arts Magnet. Of course all schools have their pros and cons. We are excited to see how much our son loves to learn and attend school. He even tries to go to school when he is sick, that is how much he loves Van Nuys High School and his teachers. Honestly we have only scratched the surface because this school is one of top LAUSD AP passing schools, they have awards for Auto Skills, Machinist, and Film programs, their newspaper has won awards called the Mirror (also available online), not to mention the musicals, dance groups, choirs, and various musicians are wildly talented. We went to see the musical Mamma Mia and WOW it was AMAZING!!!!! Van Nuys High School might just be one of the best high schools in Los Angeles and the most underrated in the valley. It truly is a diamond in the rough. My wife and I are so excited to see our son continue to flourish, specially because starting in the 2025-2026 school year they will implement the block schedule and the students will have even more opportunities to learn and explore other subjects and programs. It has been a great experience so far, we are happy to be part of the Van Nuys High School Wolf Pack.