Kyrene de los Lagos School

This school has very low parental involvement. The PTO has struggled to get enough volunteers. Too many children being bussed from more than 20 miles away. Teachers overall are very good, but design the class room for the middle. If your child is above that, pick a different school. My rating for the principal is based on the 2009-2012 years. There is a new one this year...too soon to tell.
—Submitted by a parent

I am so happy with the school! My daughter goes to kindergarten,I absolutely love her teacher, she is always available for parents with questions, I always email her with all kinds of questions or concerns and she replies so promptly and politely. The principal is very approachable and friendly. I am extremely impressed with the Kindergarten curriculum. My daughter absolutely loves the school, she works on homework everyday, she loves reading and writing. I absolutely recomend this school!
—Submitted by a parent

De Los Lagos is simply AMAZING!!!! Love the staff and the teachers. My son loves going to school. I am so happy to have find this great school. No bullies, no issues at all.
—Submitted by a parent

The Lagos staff is amazing. My children truly enjoy this school. The principal is inviting and has the best interest of kids at heart. There are so many family activities and ways for parents to be involved.
—Submitted by a parent

The principal is never able to speak with you: I waited for over three days to talk with her and she just laughed as she does with most things such a poor principal!! I pulled my children and never looked back:(
—Submitted by a parent

My two children went to Lagos and my daughter is now in college and my son is at Akimel. They both loved their school and always wanted to be there. My daughter ran for Student Council and her interest in that continued High School. Ms. Anderson helped my son who was on the cusp of gifted and he is now working 2 grade levels up in middle school. Parents are welcomed and encouraged to be involved. I'm lucky the school is in my neighborhood and helps maintain our property values. Thanks to all who choose Lagos - a great place for kids.
—Submitted by a parent

My son is a first grader at Lagos. He loves going to school each day and is excited to share all the new things he has learned. In addition to loving his classroom teacher, he also loves having music, art and PE. Those special teachers are very encouraging and positive with him. He attends Kids Club after school and begs for me to leave him there late. We live in the Kyrene district but not in the neighborhood. I choose to bring my son here because of all of the opportunites at Lagos. The prinicipal, Mrs. Yalung is awesome. My son enjoys talking with her and and meeting her for special lunches.
—Submitted by a parent

After having a poor experience with another school district we enrolled our children in Lagos. We have had nothing but positive experiences with teachers, administration, and other students. Our children are thriving in this school.
—Submitted by a parent

My children love going to school every day. The new principal, Mrs. Yalung, is outstanding. My children enjoy talking with her and seeing her at recess. Both of my boys went through the 2 year program, keeping the same teachers for 1st and 2nd grade. Both teachers, Ms. Letofsky and Mrs. Johnson were fabulous and taught my children to above grade level skills. We also had Ms. Claire (K) and Ms. Badzik (3rd) and my children enjoyed learning in their classrooms. Simply awesome teachers in every grade. We do not live in the neighborhood. I choose to drive my children the distance because this school is worth the trip. My boys have participated in many after school activities, boot camp, reading club, chess club, and ceremics. This school is excellent! Leadership is a plus.
—Submitted by a parent

The teachers, parent volunteers, and the principal really care about the kids and I always feel my son is getting the best support.
—Submitted by a parent

The primary teachers at Lagos are amazing. Love the integrated use of technology. Love the family involvement. Hard working PTO.
—Submitted by a parent

I really love this school. I have seen a lot of improvement over the last two years in the administration and the security of the school. Great great great teachers who really love the kids and want them not only to learn but also to feel good about themselves, too. Love the focus on the pillars of character -- so important. I have to say though that Miss Witthus rocks! She is the best teacher ever! So passionate about learning and so compassionate towards the children. She is an amazing asset not only to Lagos but to the entire Kyrene district!
—Submitted by a parent

A wonderful community for our family, a wonderful school for our children. Mrs. Johnson and Ms. Letofsky loop with their students in 1st and 2nd grade, creating a supportive and productive environment for our two children. Our children have loved these teachers; we have loved our experience at this school.
—Submitted by a parent

It seems that a lot of the not-so-good things listed in earlier years have been addressed at Lagos. My child is in the 2nd grade there, having been there since K and we love it. The new principal is dynamic and engaged and excudes enthusiasm. More after school clubs have been formed and there are community involvement opportunities as well. Mrs. Abramson is the best K teacher, I wish my child could have her all the way through. Ms. Letofsky is incredibly talented and has looped with us for 1 and 2. Her use of technology in the classroom is amazing.
—Submitted by a parent

I loved our experience with Lagos for the most part. My son is now in 5th grade and has had WONDERFUL teachers! We moved from another state and he adjusted VERY well here. Administration/Front office can be distant and rude, but the teachers have been WONDERFUL! Thank you for all your hard work Lagos teachers! The school nurse is also wonderful with the kids and parents! Very Thankful!
—Submitted by a parent

Parent involvement was very much encouraged and accepted in Mrs. Williams kindergarten class. My child was challenged academically and had quite a few opportunities for music and sports. I really like this school and what they seem to try to accomplish!
—Submitted by a parent

I think Lagos has some very good teachers. My daughter also had Mrs. Atkinson. She is amazing! Any child would be fortunate to have her! Fifth grade was so-so.
—Submitted by a parent

Somewhat concerned about the inability of the school to achieve scores equal to other schools in the area. This school consistantly scores below that of schools within a 2 mile area. It was a struggle for the school to achieve the score it presently achieves.
—Submitted by a parent

One of the Kyrene schools that is lacking a vision and leadership that is needed to stay on top. Parents are not allowed to be their child's advocate and any excitement that can be had is squashed.
—Submitted by a parent

Well furnished with resources, many staff members have been there since opening of school. Principal not the greatest.
—Submitted by a staff