Whittier Elementary School

I am a parent here, the school is really lacking in some regards and the community fails to see that. The facility is truly rundown and old, the Jaguar Gym is a dreary place. There is no bus service here and the neighborhood likes to act like this a good thing. They keep the students outside waiting until the bell rings even when it is very cold outside. The school has a new principle and lets just say first day of school was a disaster. New parents to kindergartners missed the official tour because there was no communication. The teachers are great but there seriously some issues with staff. I have been constantly treated rudely by the front office. I was accused of being trying to sneak my child in after the bell rang, but I was there to sign paperwork. My child was already in class. They are lots of things that would make Whittier a better school. The community is elitist and cliquish and the school has the same attitude. They are not a welcoming group and treat outsiders poorly. By believing that there is nothing wrong and everything is "perfect" they are missing opportunities to improve.
--Submitted by a parent

I believe that bullying is a serious issue that is not being addressed at Whittier School
--Submitted by a parent

By far one of the most focused on the students schools we have encountered.
--Submitted by a parent

Smallest school in the district, which allows for everyone to be on a first-name basis with one another. Filled with caring and attentive teachers and staff. Kids are happy--parents are involved!
--Submitted by a parent

Great parental support. This school has an extremely active PTA that is aggressively raising money for new technology in the school. They try to fill the needs of the school that the district won't. Lots of younger teachers with tons of enthusiasm and a clear love of their profession.
--Submitted by a parent