Green Valley Elementary School

Well, I had written a review but someone reported it and had it deleted. Kind of goes to show how low the people that work there can sink. I'm tired of my 3 kids having issues. No one seems to do anything about the bullying. Several parents I talk to hate the school. People feel like they have no other option. Some of the teachers are WONDERFUL! I love them, but that doesn't make up for lack of care from Administration, kids getting picked on, inappropriate conversations from staff around children or the lack of good quality education. Classrooms are over crowded, there's no real help. The school doesn't have a lot of money and the kids suffer. This used to be a fabulous school, too bad it declines every year. The last 3 years especially. If you have another option, I highly recommend your child(ren) go elsewhere. Maybe if parents banded together, the school could change for the better.
—Submitted by a parent

Have have two children attending GVS and I must say over all this has been a great school for us. We have had good, bad and great experiences here. We love the teachers and the principle! I feel like you get what you give when your children go to public school..... Get involved, be proactive, know the staff and your child will be better off for it!
—Submitted by a parent

After years of terrible teachers (yelling, ripping up papers, making students cry in k-3!) and working with the principal only to be dismissed, we pulled our children out of this school. the principal has no interest in children, the teachers are only looking out for their best interests (ie paycheck) when many should retire and the good ones have been laid off. The unions run this district, not the students and this school is a sad result.
—Submitted by a parent

I am not at all satisfied with this school. I have 2 children who go to this school, one of which has a definite learning disability and possible ADD. The teachers are all very quick to point out that your child is falling behind or failing, but nothing gets done about it!! My husband and I work very hard with our children at home and expect the same from the school. When we meet with teachers/administrators, they have absolutely no advice for us and have no idea of what to do to help my child thrive. There is approximately 30 kids to a classroom and ONE teacher. I volunteer in the classroom weekly and am able to witness this mess. My slow learner is getting left behind...what happened to "no child left behind"? Fortunately, my other child is doing okay but I feel this school is not enabling him to meet his full potential. Unfortunately, we're looking into private schools.
—Submitted by a parent

The Teachers and the Principal are excellent. I have two kids at Green Valley, and they both love it. The teachers have the freedom to teach and the administrative drive to achieve.
—Submitted by a parent

This is a great school! My daughter has gone to Green Valley for two years and comes home every day with a smile on her face and never wants to miss a day of school. Great teachers and kids. Parents can be as involved as they want to be. Academics are fantastic and creativity is used to make learning fun! I love this school!
—Submitted by a parent

I am disappointed with the school. There seems to be a lack of communication among the admin and teachers and teachers to parents. Teacher assessment of challenged or near failing kids seem to fall by the way-side.Parents are not notified of this in a timely manner. Aside from this,bright children are not challenged enough and your left feeling like you need to supplement your childs education too much.Teachers and their lack of enthusiasm could also be better!
—Submitted by a parent

Green Valley is far behind the other schools in the area. My advanced kids needs are not met. We are transferring to Buckeye District. Principal needs to leave and V.P should take over. At least he cares. Some good teachers, but most aren't skilled enough to motivate and challenge the kids.
—Submitted by a parent

I love the teachers and parents at this school. I really like it because the teachers and parents all like to be involved with everything...together. You can be involved as much as you like. I am not that flattered with the principal as I was last year, she seems like she is tired. The vice principal is awesome! I cannot believe how involved with the students he is. I would say my only complaint is the safety. I have been to the school during lunch and recesses and it is chaos. They need to block off more of the campus. The kids run the campus freely and by the parking lots. This needs to be taken care of! Once that is fixed the school is perfect.
—Submitted by a parent

My daughter and I love this school and it's teachers. I am very impressed with the Administration's ability to think outside the box with educational enrichment classes and opportunities after school in place of repetitive homework assignments. Great job!
—Submitted by a parent

The principal is less than helpful. The assistant principal however is very helpful and goes the extra mile with the kids and parents. He makes up for her lack of motivation and care.
—Submitted by a parent

Great teachers! Very poor adminsitration. The principal seems to be burned out. My child does feel safe at Green Valley and likes his teacher.
—Submitted by a parent

I have loved the teachers at Green Valley and they have lots os fun activities to keep the students motivated. However, the administration is a huge disappointment. They exhibit a general lack of willingness to work with parents and students. The school is good for a student who is strong, independent and needs no additional support. If your child has any special circumstances, this is probably not the school for you.
—Submitted by a parent

Overall a good school. Our main concerns stem from the administration. There seems to be a strong disconnect between the principal and the teachers. The principal does not seem willing to go the extra mile to work with parents/ teachers. The teachers we have experienced are great and the curriculum works well for our children. Extracurricular activities and parent involvement also seem good at this school.
—Submitted by a parent

School administration is not helpful. Some good teachers, but we have yet to have one.
—Submitted by a parent

This is a fantastic school where the staff puts the students' needs first. The teachers, administrtaion, and support staff all care deeply about the academic, social, and emotional advancement of the children in their care.
—Submitted by a parent

Very disappointed by teachers and the way school is run. High achievers are ignored while lowered kids get the attention. My daughter is not challenged or motivated. After school enrichment costs money.
—Submitted by a parent

Our son has been going to Green Valley for 5 years now and we love it! He has done great academically and the students, parents and staff are wonderful. We always speak highly of this school.
—Submitted by a parent

Green Valley has become a good school over the years. Lots of parent participation. Great for an average student but not really prepared for 'gifted' kids.
—Submitted by a parent

Excellent school. They understand the fine balance between academic excellence and achievments and the importance of making school fun.
—Submitted by aimee jerez, a parent