Rio Seco Elementary School

My son went to this school when he was in KG for 2 months until I pulled him out and moved him to a much better school. His first day of school, his teacher came out and told me to take my son to his Dr because he was out of control and probably needed medication. I made an appt right away but really this is not the way a teacher should be talking to a parent. I got him in to his Dr and put on medication for ADHD but before I got a chance to get him in, she had put his desk in a corner facing a wall and told him that he did not deserve to be with the rest of the class. Even after he was on medication and was doing 100% better (teacher s words) she still kept him in the corner facing the wall. This is no way for a child to be treated even if they do have ADHD. In my opinion, he should have never been put in the corner even before he was medicated but he for sure should have been moved back with the rest of the kids after he improved right?? This teacher also put him out in the hall one time by himself and when she brought the kids out after school, she had forgotten he was in the hall and left him in there by himself!!!! I DO NOT RECCOMEND THIS SCHOOL TO ANYONE!!!!
--Submitted by a parent

Rio Seco is a wonderful school with many learning experiences. The best thing about this school is probably how well the teachers work with the students. Also since its a k through eight school you get to know everybody. I would pick this school over any other santee school. This school teaches you how to have faith not just in others but in yourself, how to save the enviorment, and how to be yourself. I would reccomend this school to any parent i suggest you do that to.

I love my childrens school because the kids are treated as individuals not a group.
--Submitted by a parent

My daughter is new to the district & is in 6th grade. We chose Rio Seco because she is a Cluster Gate student; and the ratings were impressive. Although our experience is limited to one year, we LOVE her teacher, the bar is set high, and the end result is a great learning experience. All schools have room for improvement, but considering all facts, i HIGHLY recommend Rio Seco - and so does my daughter.
--Submitted by a parent

Art and music don't exist at school. The children aren't supervised much on the playground. The teachers are cold and uptight. I regret sending my child to this school. I hardly see any parent involvement.
--Submitted by a parent

My son is in KG. They started out half day and after xmas transitioned to full. It really helped him and me to adjust to school. The teachers are wonderful. There is a lot of parent involvement. I am very pleased.
--Submitted by a parent

I love this school and the staff is really caring towards us and its a great learning enviornment for us!im in 6th grade right now
--Submitted by a student

My daughter has been going to this school since Kindergarten. The standard at this school is higher than the state standard. They feel that if the bar is raised, children will rise to it. They are right! My daughter's future is bright! Her homework load is more than other schools but her retention level is also higher. I'm very happy with this school and my son will go here too!
--Submitted by a parent

My two daughters attend Rio Seco there and I am a parent volunteer. The teachers really care about the kids and it shows. The school community is very involved and every event is well attended. The school allows me to teach chess during class time to three classes (grades 1,4,5). We've had grandmasters visit the school while they were in town playing in the US Chess Championship each of the last two years. The before/after school care 'Project Safe' is absolutely terrific! There is homework time, playground time, movies, cool projects, and tons of fun things to do with your friends. We made playdough yesterday! Yes, it's so fun I stay to play with the kids sometimes!
--Submitted by Ron Rezendes Jr, a parent

My daughter attended this school last year for 5th grade and I couldn't be happier. After a transition period that could have been very difficult, she adjusted well and was extremely happy with her new classroom. Her teacher was supportive and lessons in the classroom were engaging and varied. The positive atmosphere at the school makes students feel very welcome! Great school!
--Submitted by a parent