This year my daughter will exit Magnolia to go on to Junior High. We have had our ups and downs. She has had wonderful teachers and some who were not positive influences (a great life lesson). I feel she will be prepared next year. I guess I would say that I am apathetic about Magnolia. I would
... Read more give more credit to parents that we know how to parent our children. I should not have to sign a contract pledging to feed my child and limit their tv time. Teachers should not have to pledge to teach our children (Isn't that their job?). One parent pointed below that they focus on STAR testing. So do all other schools. Remember however, this is an optional test. Your child does not have to test. Just write a letter opting them out and present it to the principal. We have done this with no issues. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/15/09
Your complaints are valid about testing, but having been involved with my children's teachers and as a former member of the Site Council, all teachers in all schools unfortunately are teaching for State and Federal Testing. School funding is tied to academic performance. Challenges do exist with ESL
... Read more students but that is not exclusive to Magnolia. Extracurricular activities increase from Grades 4-6. This school has some excellent teachers that do go outside of the box and challenge students. We must remember that teachers are there to teach and not babysit our kids so in turn our kids are expected to learn. Parent involvement varies from class to class depending on the availability of the parents. I encourage every parent to be involved in their child's class. My second child is in 5th Grade and will leave in 2009. Our first child left in 2007 and was well prepared for Honors Courses at OJHS. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/14/07
We have been at Magnolia for several years. The teachers are great and want the best for the students, unfortuately, this school is very focused on STAR testing and scores leaving not a lot of time for subjects other than reading and math. There are too many activities that revolve around fundraising
... Read more putting too much emphasis on money instead of the children and there is never an accounting of where all the fundraising monies are being spent. Many parents in my circle have stopped participating in school activities because they do not feel welcomed by the PTC. I would like to see this school start focusing on the children again. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/28/07
We have attended Magnolia for three years. The teaching staff is wonderful and attentive but the some programs are lacking such as music, art and computer science. The school has too large a population for all children to get a chance to participate in extracurricluar activities such as the choir.
... Read more In addition, with the recent changes in the administration have come an atmosphere change. Some parents are beginning to feel unwanted and the constant negative tone of the communications sent home (newsletter, notices) are a disappointment. I miss the fun educational environment that used to prevail at Magnolia. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/11/06
My son went to Magnolia for kindergarten and first grade and it was a relatively good experience. He is a gifted learner and (after some frustration and a class change) the administration worked by placing him with teachers that were experienced in this area. He was happy and enjoyed school. There
... Read more are a lot of ESL kids at this school and in my opinion that sometimes causes a strain on teachers. Overall we had a good experience at Magnolia elementary. I do have to say that when we first approached the principal with our concerns regarding his first kindergarten teacher we did feel a little like 'well that's your problem'. but after persistence on my part we were able to get things worked out. Oakdale overall has some music, which is nice. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/27/05
My son attended Kindergarten here, the teachers and staff are wonderful, they kept me informed of his progress all year and allowed me to volunteer in his classroom often, I am very satisfied with this school.
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Posted by a parent on 05/19/05
Magnolia has been a very strong school. The teachers are hardworking and really care about the school and the students.
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Posted by a teacher on 04/22/05
Wonderful School. The teachers are very friendly and helpful. You feel very safe while your children are in school because they close the gates and monitor very closely all people entering and leaving school. If you do not have a office pass you won't get far before somebody stops you and asks why you
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Posted by a parent on 02/18/05
Lack of accessability to teachers. Poor feedback if any was obtainable. Too little homework given.
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Oakdale schools — Magnolia Elementary School is located at 739 Magnolia Ave, Oakdale CA 95361. 739 Magnolia Ave is in the 95361 ZIP code in Oakdale, CA The school district for Magnolia Elementary School is the Oakdale Joint Unified School District. Magnolia Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 6.
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