I love the school they have great teachers they are vary kind and caring for your children. They…read morehave a good basketball court and courtyard i highly recommend it go to this school.

I have experience the worst treatment coming from a staff that is on the important faces of the…read moreschool , not only calli me a bad parent , not knowing hot to teach my kid , who is in the spectrum , sadly. Hope no one has to go thru this like I did.

Sometime around September-October, a charity The Education Fund came by the insurance company I was…read moreworking for at the time. The Education Fund as per its website: "The Education Fund's first program awarded small grants to support teachers' innovative, hands-on classroom projects. Three decades and more than 4,550 "best practice" projects later, our collective programs continue to make a difference in the lives of 350,000+ students/families and 20,000 educators throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Our initiatives have contributed $10.1 million in free classroom supplies. We've engaged hundreds of business professionals to become advocates for teaching quality. We are growing schoolyard eco labs at 51 elementary schools -- 25 are in progress to become Food Forests. More than 32,854 students' eating habits have improved as a result of this multi-dimensional outdoor lab initiative. The objective of each Education Fund program is to work side-by-side with the private sector to support and promote quality public education for every child in Miami-Dade County Public Schools by providing teachers and students with resources they need to be successful." As part of the program, volunteers can be paired with a local Miami Dade County teacher and help teach a class. That way people get to step into the shows of a teacher at least for a short while. I wanted to do this for a number of reasons: 1) I always think that when I approach or end up retiring I would like to teach at the university level. I thought well let me see how I handle this 2) I admire teachers, they are hard working, self-less individuals who work hard for little pay to pass on knowledge to the next generation I asked, of course, for a high school social studies or English class... I got a grade school class with 7 year old... special needs Science. Yeah I was nervous... I was wondering if I could get transferred to another but then I thought of a reason #3 3) I was thinking... you know I want kids in the future... maybe... this could be like training? Making it harder was that I was going thru a lot of issues at work and personally as the time went on and eventually had to move out of Florida and to Ohio. One of the last things I did while in Florida was teach this class. I gave my word to help teach the class, and I am true to my word. I reviewed the lesson plans And then I went to Avocado Elementary School in Homestead, Florida to help teach the class. The teacher Ms. Jackson and I spoke and we had the kids make water rockets. It was a really fun experience. It's funny, I have debated in school, argued in front of full auditoriums in the university and given classes in front of hundreds of people including in conference and I have never been as nervous as when I was talking in front of those kids. They look at you and hang on your every word like no other person... it's incredible. I swear I think I froze for a second. The teacher had them watch videos on water rockets and went over how they work first. I went over with the teacher and aide how to build them. It was fun seeing them so excited and into it. Then we went to launch them... first few times it didn't work but we eventually got to launch them into the air after finding the right ratio of water in the bottle. It was amazing to see the kids have fun as the bottles were launched into the air. Honestly, even I had a lot of fun. When I left, it was sad because a few of the kids cried. I now know how much work teachers put in... I was drained from just a few hours... I always had great respect for teachers... but now much more so. I am still trying to raise money for them as I have another 30 days... but have only been able to raise some from my family... anyway I am so happy I did this... The Education Fund gave me a memory at Avocado Elementary which I will treasure for the rest of my life.

Had two kids here for a total of six years combined and counting…read more Teachers are a mixed bag. Some seem like in purgatory, others are happy to be teaching children and my kids love most of their teachers. The class sizes seem a little large for the teachers to manage on the general education side. The special ed side has adequate teacher student ratio of 6 to 1 or less. The student population consists of a lot of new immigrants who do not speak English. They put the ESL kids in with general population, which is good, but not all teachers are bi-lingual, so I imagine that contributes to lack of teacher span of control. The teachers suffer from a lack of supplies, which should not be an issue. Expecting teachers to beg parents for supplies is not acceptable. The front desk is a mixed bag. They have been friendly, but have lost paperwork on several occasions. The school pickup / drop off is not too bad since it is in a rural area where you dont have to worry about traffic besides the commercial pickup service Vans who routinely cut and speed.

This school is awesome! Within the past few years they expanded and became a K-8 Center. There's a…read morenew building on site as well. The level of education provided seems different than that of a regular public or magnet school. The amount of homework given is definitely more than most, but my daughter has soared since attending school here. Her 1st Grade teacher is amazing and still checks on her even though she is no longer in her class. (I am not including her name to keep other teachers from being jealous ) The parents are active in the school as well. They recently held an event called SMACK Night where it dealt with Science and Math activities (Science and Math Activities Connecting Kids). This is not the only event that the school holds. They beautify their campus by Campus Cleanups. They have a Butterfly Garden. All of the activities get the parents and students involved with the school as well as develop pride in the school as well. Mr. Calzadilla is a great principal, and he has amazing Asst. Principals, teachers, and Support Staff as well. OH, most importantly, the school has been an A school for many years and it is a Green School as well. I can go on and on about this school simply because the school, and it's employees, have earned it! Check their website for the Magnet Application. www.airbasek8.net

This sh*t is d!ck as f^ck do not send your child here the teachers are horrible one called my son a…read morelittle Chinese boy (we're not even Chinese) Mrs. Givens is good though

This is the best elementary school I have ever been to. This school has the best clubs, specials,…read moreand field trips. I made so many friends here. It's a great place to come every weekday morning.

Extremely long post: I've been contemplating for weeks about writing this, I've tried through email…read moreto reach out to "the person in charge " to no success. If I can take my children out now, I would! No tissue, no soap,you know the basics. I AM FED UP!! I want to begin by saying that I am not homophobic. I understand that many families chose to leave the school because they were uncomfortable with their children being around a married couple who were also the owners. Others, like myself, chose to stay because we were focused on maintaining a stable and academically sound environment for our children. Those of us who remained placed our trust in the two new owners. However, after their separation, there was no communication to parents regarding a significant change that directly affects the leadership and stability of the school. While I respect that personal matters are private, when they directly impact a school community, a level of transparency is both appropriate and expected. It is especially concerning given that Maritza was not only an owner but also an educator who played an important role in the school, particularly through her work with the students in the drama department. Her presence and contribution mattered, and the absence of communication around such a major change is disappointing. Since the transition, Atala has not been the same. This raises a valid question about how a couple can separate so soon after taking on the responsibility of running a school. The changes being implemented feel disconnected from what students actually need, particularly as academic concerns continue to surface. In addition, there appears to be a pattern of decisions that reflect poor judgment. The new social media presence, for example, comes across as unprofessional and lacks the level of care and intention expected from an educational institution. Many of the changes feel irrelevant at a time when students should be the primary focus. If Colon were more personable and approachable, parents might feel more comfortable engaging in open conversations. However, interactions with her often come across as unwelcoming and, at times, dismissive. There is a noticeable sense of entitlement in both demeanor and actions, which does not foster a positive or collaborative environment for parents or staff. Professionalism is also a concern in terms of presentation and conduct on campus. From attire to interactions with families, there are instances that do not align with what is typically expected of someone in a leadership role within a school setting. Another concern is the rapid transition into a new personal relationship following the separation. While personal relationships are ultimately private, the timing raises questions about stability. There is also a strong concern that this new partner may become involved in the school in some capacity, which adds to the uncertainty many parents are already feeling. Communication overall has become increasingly difficult. Parents are frequently redirected instead of receiving clear answers. Even simple requests, such as obtaining transcripts, have become unnecessarily complicated. I was instructed to contact multiple individuals for something that was previously handled efficiently. At this point, I am simply requesting access to my child's records without added difficulty or unnecessary discussion. I also referred several parents to the school when I believed things were going well. They scheduled tours to get a feel for the environment, not to make an immediate commitment. While they shared that Ms. Consuelo was welcoming, supportive, and had a great interaction with the child, the follow-up experience raised concerns. After not hearing back, she reached out to check in on their decision. This came across as pushy and made them feel as though they were being pressured, despite only having attended a tour. They had not yet made a decision and were still exploring their options. That follow-up ultimately influenced their decision not to move forward with Atala. In my experience, this is not a typical practice, and I do not recall Erin or Consuelo previously handling tours in this manner. The overall condition and organization of the school have also declined. Cleanliness, consistency, and planning,such as the lack of communication regarding summer camp,are all areas that reflect a lack of structure and leadership. While there are staff members I genuinely appreciate, it often feels as though their ability to support students is limited under the current direction of leadership. The dynamic of the school has shifted significantly, and not in a way that benefits the students. This has been an extremely disappointing experience. I gave the school a full year in hopes that things would improve, but instead it has been marked by instability, lack of communication, and growing concern. Based on my experience, I would strongly encourage parents to evaluate this place before enrolling.

If you are considering this school, be aware of how they handle admissions and inclusion overall…read more My daughter was promised a slot in the school, we spoke to various individuals (will not mention names). They thought because she was witty and outspoken - that she would test well- After this "test" (given by someone who did not speak English well) they said they were unable to accommodate her due to various factors (space, not submitting papers on time - all lies) she was 4.. you teach them, you don't deny them and you don't stop answering the parent when they call and email to find out if "space" has opened up.. - shame on Atala. I will say the google reviews have been turned off for a reason.

Worst school ever! The one teacher was ok, yet the principal is out of touch with reality and they…read moreonly care about money. My kid was crying and when we went to pick him up the had him in a corner and was towering over him like he was an animal! Every morning he would cry and would say "she (the principal) was mean", but we discounted what he said. We feel so bad we didn't listen to our child as this place is not good. Don't be fool by the sweet words during the orientation and school visit. I mean maybe you won't have the same experience as we did, but is it worth the risk?? There are plenty of schools to take a chance on if you ask me. Needless to say we chose another school (CFA) and all of my kids are thriving and the one they said was a problem gets the role model award daily. Different school, teachers, environment, yet same kid so who's the problem. Even met other parents that left the school as well and also had a bad experience as well, so at least we know it's not just us.

Do not send your child to this school!! Extremely unprofessional!! They have deleted every single…read morereview my husband and I have left. The school only cares about collecting money. unqualified teachers, think they are medical professionals and can diagnose your child with autism for a mild speech delay. Even if you have a medical evaluations proving otherwise. The director and.Rodriguez takes zero accountability for her staff/faculty they make up excuses. Everyone in this school is fake all around they portray a smile, and wave at drop off and pick up, trying to fool the parents to believe they are who they really are not. Do not send your child here!!

Unfriendly administration or principal, unfriendly security. A little disconcerting regarding…read moresub-instruction at times. School is big I understand, so walking for elementary is a bonus.

I've been here for school before. Math is a bit boring (for me personally) but the teachers here…read moremake it interesting. So many iready and reflex parties! There is always some sort of party every two months or so. So many after school activities such as basketball and art

Drop off situation is absolutely terrible. From our home on…read more184 street and 137ave literally 3 min away, takes us 1 hour to drop off 1 kid. It wasn't like this before... either they started adding to there head count or changed some process!!!! Don't bring your kid if you don't plan on sacrificing your time!!!