My daughter just attended her first day of kindergarten and came home all smile. Each child and parent was greeted at the door. Her teacher, Ms. Karr, had a wonderful transition activity for the kids. She read the 'Kissing Hand' for students and parents. (It's about a racoon that goes to his first day
... Read more of school.) As a departure, each parent gave their child a kiss to the hand to help with being homesick. Within the first minutes of reading, she was already discussing the role of author, left vs. right hands and colors. To make this an even more wonderful experience, Ms. Karr prepared a small treat bag for parents that contained a poem about transitions. This teacher really gets it: a smooth transition into kindergarten is as much about supporting the parent as it is about educating the child. Thanks, Ms. Karr. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/03/09
Our daughter attended kindergarten at Rosa Parks last year. Most things went very well. Her teacher was just OK however (Miss Sarlea). The principal was very good.
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Posted by a parent on 07/08/09
I love this school! My child has gone there since it opened and what a change. The teachers are amazing and work so well together. My child is always prepared for the state test and for the next grade. A huge difference in the quality of education from the school we came from down the street.
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Posted by a parent on 03/30/09
I think if you want an average experience and education for your child then this is the school. I am so disappointed with this school, my son transferred from a nearby school due to district transfers, and this school cannot compare at all. The staff in the office is not welcoming or helpful, and the
... Read more principal is great socially (by knowing names of parents and students) but lacks many other skills. I do not recommend this school, and we will be trying to transfer out of this huge disappointment asap. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/29/09
This was the first year my 3 kids have attended this school. I have been to many other schools around southern california and this one is hands down the best. The staff works together to not only educate but to encourage and support there students. Everyone in the office is wonderful and welcoming
... Read more and so are the principles. Thank you to all of the staff who work so hard for our children, I appreciate you! Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/25/09
I am sad to say how greatly disappointed I am in this school. My child came from a near by school in the district and begged me not to change schools. I wish I hadn't. There has been nothing but problems from the beginning. My child has been harrassed, bullied and even threatened by other students.
... Read more When I took the situations to the administration, I was told there were no bullying problems at this school. There were no disciplinary actions taken towards any of the students who harrassed my child. I am extremely disappointed in all aspects of this school. I am trying to remove her from this campus. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/02/08
Rosa Parks Elementary is an excellent school. I have been very happy with my daughters teachers and the principal!
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Posted by a parent on 11/12/08
This is the first year for my three children in this school, one of them is hard of hearing, she came from a verry good school district that provided excellent services for hearing impared children. At first I was not sure if I had done the right thing by moving her from the previous school, but I then
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Posted by a parent on 09/04/08
We moved to this school from the best school district in CA. When I compare the teachers and their method of teaching it is 10 time better than my earlier school. The teachers are deeply interested in the kids learning process and that helps a lot. Also teachers and the principal highly encourage the
... Read more kids for the right reasons. The Principal is great, always available to answer questions. He is highly involved with the teacher and student progress. If you want your child to excel, this is the school to be in. Once again the principal is the best, and makes a huge difference in the success of this school. Read less
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Corona schools — Rosa Parks Elementary School is located at 13830 Whisperinghills Dr, Corona CA 92880. 13830 Whisperinghills Dr is in the 92880 ZIP code in Corona, CA The school district for Rosa Parks Elementary School is the Corona - Norco Unified School District. Rosa Parks Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 6.
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