Florin Elementary School

Florin Elementary School is the best kept secret in the Elk Grove Unified School District . The office staff is amazing. The principal is approachable and easy to talk to..the teachers are hard working and do what's best for kids even when their paychecks are getting cut every year..The school-wide activities are amazing and the after school program is incredible. You won't find a more supportive school anywhere. We recently moved and I truly miss this school. I read the last two posts and I'm sure it's from the one angry parent who has
--Submitted by a parent

I agree some of these teachers are so evil. I can't believe the principal doesnt do anything about it.
--Submitted by a parent

This school has the lowest test scores, and some of the teachers are just plain evil!! I can specify the teachers names are Mrs Hansen, and Mrs Rivera. Mrs Brown gives out prizes for test scores and Honor roll etc...My daughter is in High School now, and still has yet to receive the tickets to the River Cats or the gift certificate. I find it hard to believe that anyone could be so mean to children!! I am appalled that they keep these people working there. Obviously the principal and other supportive staff are just completely apathetic. I wish there was a better school for my children to attend. We have one year left with this school and we are done forever!! I would suggest...urge you if you are thinking about sending children to this school to look for a better choice.
--Submitted by a parent

Florin Elementary is a very "family friendly" school to work at. Staff often refer to it as the "Florin Family". We have wonderful students and families and the teachers take the extra steps to make sure their students are getting a superior education. Guest teachers often comment on how friendly our school is.
--Submitted by a teacher

My three children have gone to this school for the last couple of years and are just beginning their third year. I am active in the school and have found most of the staff very kind and caring with their first priority being the wellbeing of the students. The Principal, Mr. Pasley is very hands on and on top of things while being active in most school activities. I do not understand the low rating for this school; as a very hands on parent with my children I would highly recommend Florin Elm. to anyone wanting their children to get a good education while creating great childhood memories at a caring but no-nonsense atmosphere.
--Submitted by a parent

Both of my kids had the misfortune of going to this school. The office staff are unable to control the students, and discipline is not a priority. I have had so many arguments with these people. Tere was a kid on the school bus with a knife , he was just warned by the principal! My daughter was purposely tripped by a student here, and the student was warned. The school always runs out of food, and kids sometimes go without. The bathrooms are almost always dirty and without soap and paper towels toilet paper. This is by the most poorly run and disorganized school!It seems that all the nearby schools besides this one are nice, I have not had children in attendance at them to so personally.
--Submitted by a parent

Comming to a close in a long year, I have to say that the new principle at Florin is awesome! It seems that much more attention to the students safety has encouraged a supportive enviroment for the students to take in all the teachers are offering to them as oppose to concerns of their safety. Mrs. Brown continues to be an asset to our children in the after school program. Mrs. Drager and all other teachers continues to offer high expectations and the chanllanges of each student. Mrs. Bernachi continues to have a way to support and encourage students to do their best and offer a learning toward science that encourages even the student that may not of been interested. I love this school and am so glad my children have been able to have such a supportive and positive result in attending this school.
--Submitted by a parent

Mr. Givens is an awesome principal. I am going to miss him. He is always out on the yard with the kids. This makes me feel my kids are safe at school.
--Submitted by a parent

Actually there are still some clubs. They have the Chess Club, Scrapbooking, Choir, and a few others. Just ask someone in the after school program. There are many changes due to funding this year, but the class are still going strong.
--Submitted by a parent

There seem to be less clubs and programs for our students this year. Is this because of budget cuts or is the money used for other things? A little disappointed!
--Submitted by a parent