NVUSD does not have any good middle school. They fail to secure funds, fire good teachers and fire…read moremore. It looks like this is how they run. If you are looking for a good school, you will need to find a private. If you are a good teacher, you could find a better job nearby. This middle school is a better public school in Napa. It is popular. They just moved to Silverado. A few teachers are really good and parents are happy when the kids are in their class. but I still find teachers cannot teach and cannot grade. Parents should keep an eye on the grade. I heard many kids from here are behind the study in high school. Kids need tutoring to catch up with high school. Other problems were described earlier. Project-based learning (PBL) has pros and cons. The main advantage is kids learn how to speak when another is totally wrong and unreasonable. Some kids do not care if they are correct or wrong. It will be a real-life experience. Cons are only one kid in a group does nearly everything and other kids do nothing. I am disappointed by the quality of PBL. Some kids never like it and transfers to another middle school. Accountability of bad attitudes is a disaster. Driving manners of some parents are awful.

This school is similar to new tech, they give the kids the opportunity to create things and design…read moretheir own clubs. I love that they are preparing them for college already and they encourage parent involvement.

Was here in Fall of 2010 under the administration of Principal Rutherford and Assistant Principal…read moreStewart Clark. The worst thing here the staffs here were very hostile to muslims like myself then as well as insulting my culture and ethnicity as a Yemeni-Acehnese. Especially Stewart Clark, he would call my culture primitive and stupid. I was sent to detention here a lot with little to no justification and the little justifications had literally no proof. I was then sent to a counselor because Assistant Principal Stewart Clark thinks Islam is a mental illness and he even referred me to a psychologist which well it didn't work because I was not mentally ill. And then the higher staffs then sent me on suspension multiple times all because of my views and religion and ethnicities. Some of the students here are islamophobic and have a deep hatred for arabs like myself and some were responsible with making false claims on me then to get me into trouble. I was then assumed to be dangerous by Stewart Clark just because I'm muslim and a Yemeni-Acehnese. I got my backpack searched without permission and was seen as an enemy by him and other staffs like principal Rutherford for my race and religion. Eventually I was expelled. The experience here left me with PTSD to this day. I hope Steward Clark, Principal Rutherford, and the counselor then understands how their bigotry then. I really hope things has changed today from the time I'm there and the school being more accepting to diversity now and has more respect to other backgrounds.

Great academic program. Awesome sports program. Could be a little more "budget friendly." Oh well a…read morehigher education is worth every penny.

It's nice. Just okay. Could be so much better. Lots of misbehaved kids, very reflective of poor…read moreparenting. Teachers and staff seem outnumbered and have difficulty controlling classrooms.

Well, I have waited a year to post this. Hoping that administration and the SCOE wouldn't drag…read moretheir feet, I have finally come to this conclusion. Teachers= A Campus = A Administration= C What lackluster leadership at the top. Jenifer Hegenbart and Renee Semik, this is for you. Throughout the distance learning, you have simultaneously dragged your feet in expediting re-opening the campus and have remained radio silent on any progress (or lack thereof) pertaining to re-opening towards the small community at large. The tactic comes off as smug and indifferent. That being said, the only push back the community and tax paying has is to keep the inaction of your leadership in mind in the future when tax proposals for the school district or teachers union make their way to the ballots. I, for one, will never again vote to pass any measure or law that increases budget for operation. You simply don't deserve the additional funding. To reiterate, the teachers have been excellent. This is not an indictment on them in any way, shape or form. The head of the fish stinks and I hope it does not infect the body.

We're in our sixth year at Live Oak and adore the school. The tk/kindergarten is pure Waldorf magic…read more(play-based, pre-literacy taught through stories preparedness for writing by developing hand strength with finger-knitting, etc.). The grades have a lovely balance of Waldorf and mainstream education but are unwavering in teaching to the whole child. The curriculum is true to Waldorf in keeping pace with the child's development and is designed to match the children in where they are in their experience of themselves and the wider world. Our middle school is also a gem! Handwork, movement, and music is integrated into all the grades K-8 The parent community is very involved, invested, and warm. The teachers and staff are loving and committed. As a community we celebrate and receive grounding in our seasonal festivals and traditions. We have been very happy at this school which feels like a second home.

From the very beginning of our journey as parents, we had our hearts set on Live Oak--- a strong…read morecommunity based TK-8th grade school focused on educating the whole child through thoughtful and intentional Waldorf inspired curriculum and philosophies. Something that I learned on a school tour and is a great example of how they teach is that the children learn to sew by hand in Kindergarten, and continue throughout the grades, and then when they learn about the industrial revolution, they get the chance to sew on machines. They get to embody and truly understand how that dramatically sped up the world. We began in 2020-- quite the intro! Now in our 3rd year, we are so excited about the leaders of the school and all the new ideas being shared and soon to be in action. We could not be happier or feel more blessed by the teachers our children have, and to be at school that still has blackboards, little to no tech in lower grades with a strong arts foundation and focus. It has strong parent engagement, and it is clear that our voices matter. Their is so much kindness and care oozing from every corner, as well as cherished traditions, rituals and special seasonal events in every grade knitting us all together as families. Each kid from TK- 3rd grade has an older "buddy" from a higher grade which bridges the divide even further and creates a real sense of connection. My 1st grader got to wave to an 8th grader and feel quite special that they got to spend time together. I have watched graduates of this school grow to be in their 20s and let me say, WOW. Inquisitive, critical thinking, sensitive, open minded, independent, creative, respectful, unique and wildly talented humans!

sucks man. a certian teacher (cough cough) is very upsetty spaghetti. no thank you. the food was…read moreyummy but if you forgot lunch and didnt have money they wouldnt feed you and let you starve. 0/10 would not recomend this place.

Great school!! My two children attended Redwood Adventist Academy (RAA) from kindergarten through…read morehigh school and we were very happy with our decision to send them there. The campus is spacious and attractive. The teachers & staff are very caring and concerned for the children's well-being. Academics are strong, but the focus is not only on academics but on all aspects of a child's well-being. Like many other Christian-based schools, service is a strong area of focus. The level of parental involvement is high, as well. High school is even more unique due to the broad range of activities that the students can get involved in. We were very pleased that our children had opportunities to be involved in Student Leadership, Varsity Sports, Drama, Mission Trips, Publications, Music, and many other extracurricular activities. If you're looking for a new school it would definitely be worth touring this campus!

We LOVE The Presentation School! Our kids have been going to Presentation since they were in…read moreKindergarten and our family continues to have such a great experience there. Our kids are currently in 5th and 7th grades and have grown into confident, kind, and intelligent leaders. The school has been able to offer them an intimate learning environment with small classes and the most amazing and talented teachers. Kids are not only challenged academically but they also are able to go on unique, fun, and educational field trips. The school also has wonderful specialist classes like music, art, Spanish, PE and SEL (social emotional learning). The art shows, musical productions, and monthly showcases show how much the kids are thriving. They also have an incredible counselor and learning specialists who can help children with any additional needs. One of the best parts of Presentation is all of the public speaking opportunities kids get to really boost their confidence in front of an audience. Kids quickly become comfortable presenting in front of peers and adults which is so important for any future endeavors. After meeting with various kids (and speaking with their parents) who have graduated from Presentation, we know that kids are very well prepared for high school and feel grateful to have found this school. We have had nothing but an incredible experience there and would highly recommend this school to anyone with kids in grades TK-8.

We transferred from another great school near our home that had so many +'s, but lacked what we…read moreneeded for our child to excel- leveling, SEL and Spanish. So we left a solid community and a 5 minute commute to embark on something new for our family, and not in our town. It has been totally worth it. EVERY DAY I pick up our first grader he tells me he had a great day and then gives me details about how the students and teachers made it possible. This is coming from a kid who dreaded preschool, even as we were in a wonderful program. What makes TPS special is the partnership between families, community, and educators - each committed to preparing students to become active, responsible and respectful citizens and leaders in a diverse society. Their campus values diversity, providing rich experiences for all learners, and nurtures self-esteem, character development, and lifelong learning. Focusing on the whole child, the talented and dedicated staff provides a caring, engaging and challenging educational experience for every student, every day.

I love this school! The best though is that my children love going to this school! If you want a…read morecaring and challenging environment that lets your child work at their own pace....This is the school for you! We have three children and nothing has come close to what Bridge Haven has to offer...Our only regret, is we just wish we had the knowledge that a learning environment such as this existed for our eldest daughter. The only thing I can say at this point, is to go see for yourself....You won't be disappointed!! :)

School changed name from Star Valley Academy. Previous registered owner and school had numerous…read moreunpaid judgments, check court records. Owner could not substantiate her claims of having a teaching background. Ask to see proof of her claims - if she can't produce, they could be made up. Seems very loving, but could not substantiate fundamental facts about the school and her background. While my child was there, students hardly learned anything. School still run by same person.

Mr Frank Silva is a great principal and there are some really good teachers who care about your…read morechild's future. This school fosters learning in a safe atmosphere. Love the parent evolve involvement and extra curricular activities they offer after school each semester. My daughter took fencing, cooking, Spanish, computer coding, and gardening. The grounds are well maintained and large enough for the entire school to fit. Morning drop off and afternoon pick up can be a challenge but if you give yourself an extra 5 minutes it's worth it.

All my kids come to this school! I really love the system of the school. My kids have to do their…read morehomework everyday. The school is so clean and safe. Good jobs team Brown Valley