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Is CA Montessori (AR/Car) 2008 API score of 794 acceptable


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ihilani April 22, 2009


I am trying to compare CA Montessori (American River & Carmichael) API test scores against other San Juan Unified schools and any other charter... More » 

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lovegokou July 17, 2009


i m struggling of the same questions. i like the idea of montessori teaching method - such as learning at your own pace,... More »

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When does the new school year begin?


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LeLynn July 15, 2009


When does the new school year begin?

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Cardinals916 July 15, 2009


Depends, Most students in SF start August 24 2009.

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When does the new school year begin in Georgetown, CA?


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LeLynn July 15, 2009


When does the new school year begin in Georgetown, CA?

My daughter is 4 1/2 yrs and has not had any schooling out of the home.


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BiornMom May 2, 2009


She will be 5 in Aug. My husband and I are debating wether to put her through preschool or strait to kindergarten. She will always be the youngest... More » 

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healthy11 May 3, 2009


I concur with Magnetmom, although in general, I think young girls have fewer problems entering school than young boys,... More »

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atchai88 July 11, 2009


Hello BiornMom :0) I would approach the question differently. Beyond your child's age, it would likely be more important... More »

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What preschool do you think is great in Placerville? Why?


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chrispix August 14, 2008


What preschool do you think is great in Placerville? Why?

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DJPlummer October 21, 2008


May I suggest Happy Kids pre-school. The students are well supervised. Lots of activities for kids and at times the parents... More »

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sunmoonbanos July 10, 2009


I heard they have great teachers. But personally I can't give a good comment. My 13 yr. old (now) he didn't like it back... More »

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How did you choose a preschool in Lincoln?


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tjlove August 14, 2008


How did you choose a preschool in Lincoln?

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KIMBERLY May 21, 2009


I looked at the facility, asked lots of other parents, interviewed the facilities. I would highly recommend Rainbow Junction.... More »

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barcode01 July 10, 2009


I asked other parents about where they took their children and then spoke with several of the kids about what they learned... More »

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Why are our elementary kids serving detention?


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conceredparent November 19, 2008


Detention is for a behavior problem not for tardiness. Detention is a negative reinforcement and needs to be addressed by other means. This policy... More » 

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tobbyandlui January 15, 2009


I think detentions should only be given for misbehaving or not doing homeworks, but I don't think the schools should give... More »

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NathanBsmom July 1, 2009


I think that if the dentention is inconvincing the parents--this is the point--if the parent can not be on time how are... More »

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What are the band & music programs like in El Dorado Hills High Schools?


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CuriousinTx June 28, 2009


What are the band & music programs like in El Dorado Hills High Schools?

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MagnetMom June 30, 2009


Hi CuriousinTx, and welcome to GreatSchools Parent Community. Have you already contacted the school directly?... More »

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We are moving to El Dorado Hills & we are trying to select the best Elem. Schl for our daughter any comments


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chadwick June 20, 2009


or any advice regarding the Buckeye or Rescue Union School districts would be appreciated. Also are you allowed to pick any Elem school or are you... More » 

What preschool do you think is great in Sacramento? Why?


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chrispix August 14, 2008


What preschool do you think is great in Sacramento? Why?

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slomama May 1, 2009


My son and I also did the parent-participation preschool through Sac schools the year he turned 3. It was a tremendous... More »

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MagyarMomma June 19, 2009


Tiny Tots parent participation on Bell Street is a hidden gem. The main teacher, Emily is one of the best teachers our... More »

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