Andasol Avenue Elementary School

We have our son in psi with Mr Long, he is a excellent teacher and a good person, they fill all the time in class with a lot of activities and they have with his assistan Lou a very good structure for the whole time of the kids expend in the schooll. Im very happy with the progress of my little boy and with all the staff of the school. Thanks everybody for a great job.
--Submitted by a parent

My kids have been attending Andasol in the last 6 years. The school is going up and down slightly, but I think they get good teachers recently. The pre-school teach, Tina is an excellent one. She collected all my younger daughter's works and took pictures during the whole school year. Even the materials are not print in color, it showed me how my daughter grew in study and PE. I was very happy with her. Now my daughter is in 1st Grade, her teach Ms.Lucich was from a West Hill school. She is a good deal for Andasol. She is energetic, patient, and with good education knowledge. When I check my daughter's homework, I always see positive comments on them, even on those not-perfect works. The things for the school to improve are office staffs...not as friendly as before....and parent involvements.
--Submitted by Ken Chen, a parent

I was involved in PTA for 4 years. They Always reported what was made from fundraising at their monthly (or sometimes bimonthly) meetings. Of course only a handful of parents ever attended the PTA meetings, so it isn't surprising that in the previous review, the parent stated that they never reported their finances, it is part of the bi-laws of PTA. Yet, I agree wholeheartedly about the principal's review. She makes decisions that are not in the best interest of student learning. And even if parents raise funds for the school, she does not allow the parents to decide where the funds will be used. With regards to teaching, while there are some bad lemons (see film Waiting for Superman), there are some true gems at Andasol. If you are an involved parent, you WILL know who the good and bad teachers are. Andasol has a very diverse student body, and yet students' scores continue to slowly climb. This, in part is due to the great teaching. This school is a good school, in spite of the principal.
--Submitted by a parent

My child has been to this school since 2007. At first I believed in everything this school stood for but now after nearly 4 years I wish I could have put her in another school. The principal pockets all the $ from funding and pta and never gives the info on what is made and spent. plenty of parent would love to speak up about this and the rude teachers but none will out of fear of what the principal will do to your child. Beware this is not the school that you think it is, home school would be a better option. It is sad
--Submitted by a parent

if you want teachers that dont care about the kids and are rude to you this is the perfect school. your better off home schooling.

I transfer my kids from their home school about 2 years ago. It was the best decision ever!!! Both of my kids love it!! My son is in the Special Ed program and they have been a great help to me and my son!!!! He has improve tremendosly and he feels more confident of him self now. My other is in the Gifted program, she is very happy!! Andasol teachers and staff have been wonder with us!!!
--Submitted by a parent

Andasol Elementary is the school I went to before I moved. I really loved the activities we used to do; I can never forget the Mosquito Bus. Second grade was, is, and always will be my favorite year in all the schools. I now carry the school motto in my heart, 3 years after I left: Respect, responsibility, and citizenship too. They bring out the best in me and you. Trustworthiness and being fair, Help to show others that we really care. We all know what's right, we know what's good, We should really do what we know we should. P.S. Shoutout to my teachers- thank you!

The school is still going strong even with all the budget changes. The teachers rally for the kids! My only complaint this year was the PTA. It became a little clique that drove parent participation way down. I couldn't believe how many parents quit. I hope next year's new leadership rectifies the situation. The parents need to be involved.
--Submitted by Rein, a parent

Andasol was my daughter's home school, but that changed when we moved. We are now back with a permit thanks to the principal, office staff and the Creative Kids before and after school care program. It's great to be back! Andasol has highly qualified teachers and a safe campus. The director and staff at Creative Kids take care of the children as if they are their own. They also provide help with homework and fun activities. We are greatful for all of you at Andasol. Thank you :) Bonnie Tinoco
--Submitted by a parent

My son finished Kinder last year under the insightful and innovative teaching of Mrs. Burke. He has now entered the first grade and his education has not missed a beat. It has been incredible to watch him grow and develop, especially in reading, while at Andasol. The parent community is growing and the administration has been nothing but supportive of the parent's mobilization. There might have been hard times in the past here, but Andasol is definitely moving forward.
--Submitted by a parent