San Elijo Elementary School

Didn't know how good we had it! Our child now goes to San Diego school district and we miss the quality of education at San Elijo. While some of the drop off polices are annoying and could be improved, the import things are all in place. The biggest attribute of this school is it's accountability. It expects a lot of it's student, teachers and parents. While closing the entrance gate precisely at the bell time and making students check in late is a bit too strict in my opinion, the opposite is far worse. A school that's leadership doesn't value accountability effects your child's education from all angles in a negative way. The other positive attribute is the "college track" agenda. While the children are little, the classroom mentality and environment are a positive environment that promotes success in life. The opposite of that is the "fast food worker track" where the teacher spends most of the day yelling and being a disciplinary. A classroom where the staff says "they're just little kids, it's not a big deal they do their homework or show up on time. If your child has the opportunity to be at a 10 out of 10 school be grateful.
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We are very happy here! We considered private school, but most ( the ones we can afford) did not measure up. Our daughter has excelled here and is very happy with the teachers. The teachers give her the attention she needs and the direction to move forward. I would give it 5 stars, but it is getting crowded, So far so good though, still 26/per class in 2nd grade. That made me happy!
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My child attended this school for three years before we moved to a new area. We really miss it and now really appreciate what we had there. All three of the teachers that we had were awesome. My child learned so much. I didn't have to teach her homework to her, she learned everything in class and I was just a homework checker. That is the way it should be! The principal is awesome and she knows the names of all her 900+ students! Whenever I needed to talk to her, she was available. When I emailed her, she responded asap. She really runs a tight ship. The school is beautiful and very well kept up. I love the new garden! The PTO is also truly amazing. Hats off to them! So many wonderful people at this school...teachers, staff, PTO and parents. We really miss your school!
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The teachers at this school are amazing. Not only are they accessible to the students for their needs, but they work closely with the parents to keep involvement to a maximum. I have never been happier with a school.
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The teachers are amazing! The school does so much with the community!
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Great school. My kids have gone here since it opened. We have had nothing but amazing teachers and our kids have excelled! I also, however, questioned some of the 'green theme' like the other parent mentioned. I know other schools do not heavily promote any of this stuff, so why ours?
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My son loves the teachers and they keep his active mind challenged. For instance, he's doing third/fourth grade work in second grade. I am glad they push the students that excel instead of simply teaching down the middle.
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Dislike the 'green' theme this year at the school with talks of 'carbon footprints' and 'global warming.' Government is slipping into the cracks of our public schools with now the H1N1 vaccine being given here. Though it is optional, we do not have govt. health care YET and this is already happening. VERY DISAPOINTED!
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I have two children attending SEES and we love it! The principal is incredibly dedicated, parents are very involved and the teachers are excellent. The PTO supports a ton of great programs including art, science and music.
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My children attended SEES last year and thought it was good but it was way over crowded. We now live in the Poway Unified School District and realize that good is not good enough. There is a night and day diffference between the two districts. Our children are now working at their full potential --PUSD sees to that.
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