Live Oak Elementary has a new and excellent principal, Mrs. Seamans, who keeps parents well informed. My kids do feel school pride and a sense of community. My only criticism is that a few teachers don't seem as though they want to be there. I guess that happens at most schools as evidenced by the
... Read more high teacher burn-out rate. But for the kids sake, it's great to have teachers be enthusiastic about the students and curriculum. Teachers and parents should read Mel Levine's book 'All Kinds of Minds' as a reminder of what is at stake - the children. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/01/07
Live Oak has an outstanding staffwonderful, supportive parents, and a great group of students! The culture is nurturing and structured. Live Oak staff seeks out strategies to educate the whole child and meet their needs.
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Posted by a parent on 08/16/07
I think this school only has a handful of good teachers. I would only recommend this school if the teacher is right.
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Posted by a parent on 03/18/07
We're very happy with Live Oak. Test scores don't always tell the story.
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Posted by a parent on 01/27/07
Parents provide support to the teaching staff on some levels. The staff is mediocre at best. There used to be a lot more extracurricular activities.
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Posted by a teacher on 09/18/06
My fourth grader has attended Live Oak since kindergarten and my first grader as well. I love our school. I feel like it's mine too. As a result of being an involved school parent, I have gotten to know the teachers, principal, parents and many of the students personally. Live Oak has a warm, homey
... Read more feel. Our principal is very approachable,warm and fuzzy yet firm about her decisions. She is real hands on with the kids, taking a group of students to lunch each month as a reward for good deeds done at school. Every year, she organizes a school sleepover which she personally supervises all night, to reward children for their reading efforts. The teachers are caring, excellent educators and I feel that my children have been given a strong foundation and love for learning. As we are moving out of state, my family and I will miss our school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/20/06
Overall, I have been pleased with the level of teaching my children have received at Live Oak Elementary. Three out of the four teaches we've had were experienced teacher, had control of the classroom, and were able to address the specific needs of many levels in the classroom. The PTA at LO
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Posted by a parent on 09/14/05
One thing to understand about Live Oak School is that they are strong in comitting to the education of the children. Castaic is a loving community, family-oriented and so Live Oak school fits in perfectly into the community. The leadership is outstanding and their goal is always toward the education,
... Read more care and creating a positive environment for the children. They have great programs for the families to join in as well. PTA is wonderful! Castaic is a wonderful community and the schools here show the comittment of everyone getting involved to make it the best it can be. If you want to live in a place where your children are safe, getting the best education and becoming strong individuals, Live Oak Elementary is a good start. All Castaic schools are great. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/08/05
I pulled my daughter because the teacher was harsh. This was causing such stress for my daughter that she was feigning illness to get out of going to school. This is not what I call a positive, productive experience. The curriculum was average, but the math was such poor quality that they had
... Read more to supplement with Saxson Math, which created extra homework. One of the classes I had considered transferring her into was a job share with two teachers that were complete opposites. One was very strict and the other was very relaxed so there was not a consistent environment. The other class was with a very nice bi-lingual teacher, but non-English speaking kids got priority for that class. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/09/05
live oak elementary is a very family oriented school. the staff is very friendly and caring. there are many fun events that happen throughout the year; math night, buy one get one free bookfair, spring festival, cow plop and many more. my family has enjoyed 6 wonderful years here. thank you
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Castaic schools — Live Oak Elementary School is located at 27715 Saddleridge Way, Castaic CA 91384. 27715 Saddleridge Way is in the 91384 ZIP code in Castaic, CA The school district for Live Oak Elementary School is the Castaic Union School District. Live Oak Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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