Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary School

This year (2010-11), is our first year at Gallardo. My son is a second grade student and unfortunately, I have been terribly disappointed with his teacher Ms. Jones. The Edline site was not used due to some problems with it and otherwise, I was not communicated with. Parent involvement in the classroom was very low and not encouraged in this classroom. I was able to discuss my concerns with the Principal and was thankful for her time but I had to be persistant to get a meeting. After discussion with other parents I came to realize that I am not alone in my concerns with Ms.Jones and among veteran parents she is known not to be the best teacher. At the beginning of the year I considered removing my son and sending him to private school. I did not and I now regret it as he will be spending the summer shoring up his skills in a private program after a diappointing year.
--Submitted by a parent

I have two children at Gallardo and one is in 1st grade and the other in 4th. I love this school, the teachers, the parents, and the children. My children learn so much and still have fun. My children have been lucky enough to have teachers that make them feel good about themselves and inpsire them to do more and go better. These teachers go out of their way to teach and love our kids. Go Gators!
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THIS SCHOOL WAS SO awesome and amazing for my child. It improved his confidence and skills.His teachers name was mr.Gex. my child came home with stories of fun and learning but it was not boring for him at all, thank you Mr.Gex . (=
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One of the best schools in Folsom. Great teachers, great campus and wonderful kids!
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I personally have found Gallardo to be an excellent school! My children have attended since 2004 and I have nothing but kudos for the Principal, teachers and staff-even the janitors who make the campus look beautiful! I don't know what planet 'we moved to Folsom in Summer '05' is on, but I have to defend the Principal as having a warm personality who puts safety as a priority! Plus she is always out greeting students and families. Both my daughter and son's classrooms have had good 'learning environments' with caring, dedicated teachers! Especially back in first grade- and both their early/late reading groups were wonderful I recall. The only thing you should watch out for at this school are rattlesnakes on the playground and high maintenance mothers. Just my 2 cents!
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Due to finances, my daughter switched from a private school to Gallardo (1st grade). We have loved everything about the schoo. The principal is very active with the kids, her teacher was awesome, the rooms are play grounds are safe and clean. Comunication was frequent and informative. The curriculum was not as advanced as the private school, but certainly above average. have no complaints whatsoever about this school. It's a great place! Go Gators!
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We moved to Folsom in Summer '05 when our oldest was starting Kdg. My husband was an elementary Vice Principal at the time (in Elk Grove) and I was/am a credentialed elementary school teacher. We HATED the fact that there could be up to 32 kids in a Kdg. class....insane and not conducive to learning at all! Very basic, at best, Kinder curriculum. First grade, the following year, better academically, but discipline in classroom almost non existent. Learning environment severely compromised and our daughter not challenged in her 'later gator' supposed 'challenge' group. My husband accepted a principalship back in the Bay area for the 07-08 school year and our daughter attends his school. Teachers very dedicated @ SJG despite being some of the lowest paid in Sac area (a travesty!) Administrator, while nice person, lacked true leadership skills and this was never more evident than on the issue of school safety!
--Submitted by a parent

Gallardo is simply great! Strong academics along with parent involvement makes such a difference. You can definitely see it in this school.
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This is a fantastic school. Remarkable parent involvement. Experienced, caring and skilled teachers. Great leadership from the principal. In a great neighborhood. Couldn't be happier to be Gators!
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Just great . Great teachers and lovely atmosphere
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