Great school with great staff. This school provides students with a lot of opportunities with…read moredesignated instructors for music, art & PE. This is often not the case for many schools. They also host fun activities throughout the year for students to attend with their families. The school is well kept and clean. It's a nice campus with up to date technology in the classrooms for staff and students to use.

because I went to school is pretty nice I love my teacher…read more It's pretty great going to school.

Vichy rocks! The energy and commitment at this school is top notch. Our principal, Chris Byrne's,…read moreenthusiasm is contagious. His passion seeps into the entire culture and you will not find more dedicated parents elsewhere. We are grateful to be a part of such a wonderful elementary!

Wish there was a solution to the horrendous parking... Sigh…read more.. 'twas my elementary school, and now it's my sons. Top rated in the state It's a public school. The teachers do a wonderful job with what they have, and the parent club is creative with fund raisers. My son loves attending school here, and it warms my heart that Vichy was my elementary school.... Many Many Many moons ago. Things have REALLY changed. This isn't just a neighborhood elementary school any more. Parents drive from all over the valley so their kids can attend here. Thus, the parking is a NIGHTMARE! (over 400 children attending)

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

We are so grateful for Blue Oak. The emphasis on community is felt in so many ways. It feels like…read morea family. The different grades interact so much. The music program is another highlight. The performance at The Uptown was amazing. There are so many things to appreciate. In early grades, there is an emphasis on strengthening growth mindset and nurturing a love of learning. The teachers are continually educated in current and evidence-based teaching practices. Blue Oak aims to empower the next generation of changemakers.

This school has been such an amazing place for our daughter the last three years. We have found the…read morebest community of families that have become a huge part of our lives! Highly recommend BOS for any family looking for a school where their child is really seen for who they are, given appropriate and challenging academic goals, and guided to be a kind human and critical thinker.

Wardlaw has provided a solid foundation for all my children. We may have some preconceptions of…read morewhat a public school is like in the Vallejo Unified School district but the leadership from the Mrs. Robbins and her staff has paved an environment where the students can feel safe and learn from teachers who have a positive impact in their education. The staff is very dedicated and helpful and the communication between the school to the community is constant and consistent. Wardlaw has a systematic team approach to student interventions that made a tremendous impact on children's achievement. My family is truly blessed to be a part of the Wardlaw for the past few years and they have laid the foundation for my children's success with their education.

The PEP Program is FSUSD's best kept secret. A little too well kept! The program is open to ALL…read morestudents in the district (you don't have to live in Crescent's attendance area) who are in grades K-5. The program basically works like this: parents volunteer one day a week in the classroom, for approximately 3 hours. This gives teachers more one-on-one time with students, parents get to be hands on with their child's education, and it builds a community rarely seen in our busy world. The teachers are dedicated, going above and beyond what is required. We've had a volunteer choir when no music program was available through the district. We go on field trips, and fund raise so that EVERY student goes on the field trip with no worries about cost. I have the enviable position of knowing all the parents of my child's classmates as well as all his classmates. Students who are exceeding grade level work can go to the next grade level up for that particular subject, and aren't going into the classroom of a teacher they are unfamiliar with. Students requiring additional attention are able to receive it, by parent volunteers in the classroom AND their teacher. There are family gathering events, from Winter Concerts to potlucks. We have a "Dad's Day" where dads, grandpas, uncles, etc. come in and share something about their jobs or hobbies. Last year we had a Vallejo motorcycle police officer and the kids (and a few teachers!) got to sit on his bike, there was fishing, working on electronics, trying on military tactical gear and much more. There are special themed centers for holidays, a monthly Books & Bagels event for kindergarten & first grade, and there was talk of starting a robotics team this coming school year. Knowing all the benefits of this program as well as the opportunity to be in there, not just attending PTO meetings, had made all the difference for me. My child loves it and is successful in school, I love it, and I want more families to know this is an option for them.

Dealing with the rude office staff. Trying to get help they barely greet you sit at the desk on…read moretheir personal cell phone. Like pulling teeth to get any help. Then when you give them the energy they give their nose is turned up and their talking about you.

This is our first year at McKinley and we are so impressed! We love the diversity of the school and…read morethe student-centered and inquiry-based learning. Our child loves all the projects and simulations in class that make learning so fun! Spanish twice a week is such a bonus! The teachers are incredibly engaged and active in all parts of the school and the Principal is amazing. So dynamic and visionary. There is still a lot of work to be done and the Principal has big plans on growing the school and its many programs. We hope to see the new Performing Arts program take off as that is something that we miss from our old school. So much potential to get even better!!!

I would not recommend this school to my worst enemy. The staff and administration seem FAR more…read moreconcerned with potential liability than the overall well-being of the students. And quite frankly, many seem under-qualified for the positions they hold. This school is incredibly understaffed and underfunded - and it shows. To start - my first grader was allowed to walk away with a stranger on the FIRST day of school because his teacher "assumed" the adult he left with was a parent. When I spoke to the principal the next day, she asked me if my six-year-old "knew where he was supposed to go" and stated she did not have a full understanding of the transition process because she was new. She then attempted to place blame on the Boys & Girls Club and my child. When another student's family member mentioned to the teacher how chaotic the first grade classrooms were due to a lack of staffing/support, parents were swiftly sent a notice that they would not be allowing family volunteers back into the classroom until the "behaviors" were under control. Seems counterproductive. When my son's behavior was in question and I had asked to observe in the classroom, I was quickly limited to 45 minutes and had to be accompanied by an administrator. I was told this was standard policy. My son showed no behaviors during my observation time. When I mentioned this, his teacher stated she "didn't think he would show behaviors while I was in the classroom". I brought this up during a meeting with the superintendent, he seemed to question the limitations placed by the school and stated they should be welcoming me to observe if there is such concern. Mind you, he had previously been principal at McKinley Elementary. When my son was sick and asked to call me during school hours, he was told he could not contact me because he did not have a fever. When I questioned this with the teacher/administrators, I was told that the school typically does not let students contact their family members for illness related matters unless a fever is present. A family member of another student had witnessed an adult in the cafeteria yelling at my son for kicking a milk carton and was so bothered by it that she felt the need to intervene by telling the staff member that she was being inappropriate. Though my son's teacher was made aware, she was not the one who informed me about what had happened. I was notified by the family member who was witness to the incident days later. I was also told by my child's teacher that administration had prevented her from speaking to me about certain matters regarding my child and my concerns. We only saw results/change when we went above school administration by notifying the district office and superintendent about our experience. The current principal's exit was announced less than a year into her new position and it's clear to see why. These are just a handful of examples. I have spoken with many families who have shared similar experiences. In my opinion - there are MUCH better elementary school options within the PCS district and within our community. I encourage any family considering McKinley Elementary for their young ones to do their research beforehand, tour other schools, and talk to family/friends who are familiar with McKinley Elementary. We felt comfortable having our child attend McKinley due to their "stellar" reputation and it was a huge mistake. Don't let the awards plastered all over the school fool you. I hope this review helps to inform other families.

A great school with a caring staff. The deaf and hard of hearing class is also exceptional.read more

Wonderful school with great staff. Most importantly; this school is certainly not under funded. I…read morelike its building that could use some city funds for renovation. My son loves his class and his third grade teacher. They have a reasonably decent parking lot and plenty of street parking. Kudos to it's volunteer who is never late to help the kids cross the street in front of the school regardless of the time whether its morning or afternoon and both times are extremely busy traffic times. I will highly recommend this school if you're in American Canyon.

My kids have been going to Donaldson Way for a few years now and I, as a parent have had very…read morelittle to complain about. The Napa school system is top notch and every child within this system is gettting a great education. The one knock I have is the current principal. Without going into too much detail...a replacement is needed.