Condor Elementary School

The new principal is an excellent example of what innovative leadership can do for a school. Under the leadership of this principal this school has surpassed all the other schools in the district in test scores. The test scores are the highest they have ever been in the school's history, the teachers and principal should be proud of themselves. Great parent involvement, best PTO I have witnessed in a long time.

Although there are a handful of excellent teachers at this school most come and go as often as the military families that attend. The staff is not very equipt when dealing with any children who require more than entering the school, tending to themself all day, and going home. The Principal is a single male whom is a terrible example of what a school official should be. On the plus, there is lots of parent involvement from a few families willing to step up.
--Submitted by a parent

I feel Condor has a lot to offer it's students. Education is what you as the parent puts into it not just the teachers. Parents need to get more involved into to their child's education not just when there is a problem. My children attended this school and all three of them have done well for themselves. But I was one of those parents that was at the school everyday involved in my child's education. It is my job to make sure my child is educated, the teacher was there to help my child and me. I agree with some comments but in the long run the parent is the best teacher and need to take the responsibility for their own child's education. Stop blaming other people if your child is not achieving their full potential.
--Submitted by a teacher

My children spent 7 months at 29 Palms Junior High and Condor Elementary. If you have a child with special needs, this school system is not recommended. Also, if you're accustomed to a grading system of A's, B's, etc., you will have a big adjustment to the 1's, 2's, etc. system and why/how the numbers are assessed the way they are.
--Submitted by a parent

My son has been a student at Condor Elementary for 21/2 years. originally he started off with one of the best teachers, who didn't have a problem with providing extra help, or keeping my husband and I informed on our childs progress. he did extremely well with his first state test requirements. Through his 4th and currently 5th grade years, he started to rush through his assignments, which caused his grades to drop. No parent should have to call the teacher to ask how their child is doing in class, especially over a 3 week period, when the child grades are dropping. Ultimately I think the school itself is great, but some of the teachers are definately slacking with the communication with parents. We as parents do not let our childrens education stop in the classroom, we teach at home too. So an improvement in that area will be helpful.
--Submitted by a parent

My children spent a year At Oasis Elementary and then transferred to Condor. I read the other reviews, and while I agree that if you have a gifted or advanced child, they are not likely to be able to work to their potential-- that is an issue with California schools, not unique to Condor. I have had experience with some North San Diego schools, and DoD schools. I think we do have a problem with bullying, but taking into account that we have a high rate of deployments and parent abdication, I think the staff does as well as they can with that. My son too has been punched, and I felt quite satisfied with the way Ms. Dixon handled the matter. Everything negative I would say applies to the CA philosophy on education, not Condor specifically.
--Submitted by a parent

My son has attended Condor for the last two years. 3rd and 4th Grade. Both years he was put in a class with over thirty students and then a month later was put into a class with the new teacher that was brought in to pick up the slack. Both years the new teachers were brought in and had to play catch up with on help from the other teachers. The results were not good. Before he came to Condor he was very into school and now he dreads it. I have increased my level of involvement with his homework greatly to help keep him on point. In my opinion Condor lacks discipline in the classroom and quality teachers that when it comes to teamwork.
--Submitted by a parent

I have four boys and they have all gone to condor and I have had nothing but positive results from the teachers and the staff at condor. Mrs Evans is wonderful and really knows how to be a teacher very stern and very caring too. I just would like to say thank you to the teachers that work so hard to give are kids a great head start in life. I won't forget the friendly front office as well very nice and always there to help.
--Submitted by a parent

We transferred here after school had started and my kids first day was made with open arms. It is a small school and a very close knit community. I truly enjoyed the teachers and staff. If I had a question or concern I was could count an answer right away. I can't wait for school to start next year so my kids can jump in and have a great year!
--Submitted by a parent

This school has a real trouble with bullies. And there is no action. My son was punched at school and I was not contacted, they simple told the boy that had done it not to do it anymore. This is the worst school I have ever had my children in, I wish I could afford private school. Oh the good note the only good note so far is Miss Short. She is a wonderful teacher, firm when the kids need it but kind at heart.
--Submitted by a parent