My children love Sierra Elementary, their teachers, classmates, and the schoolyard. When teachers are afforded the opportunity to move-up with their students and/or maintain combined classes, retaining student-teacher relationships, the child-teacher-parent bond and trust is strengthened. A strong trust
... Read more lends itself to discovery of personal tastes, reinforces the notion of making good choices, and helps build positive learning habits and higher self-esteem. A strong student-teacher bond helps alleviate perceived fears and anxieties. Although learning the nuances and subtle expectations of a new teacher can be a good exercise, it can be a hindrance to a young child who needs nurturing before discipline. Sierra Elementary with its accelerated reading program and adaptive teaching methods brings the positive old fashion school experiences of the mid 20th century right into the Digital Internet Age. The 'Shark Tank' is a great place to learn and grow. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/19/08
Sierra is a great school. The kids are taught about taking responsibility and are held accountable for their actions. The teacher's are compassionate about their kids and truly have their best interest at heart. My son has improved tremendously in his reading. Their IB program is wonderful and I
... Read more only hope that other Rocklin schools will invest in this program so that our kids can continue to use what they learn through it. I am very happy with Sierra and have talked to many other parents who feel the same what! I too love Sierra Elementary! Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/01/08
I think that Sierra has some of the most compassionate teachers around. From the office staff to the teachers, they all work together to ensure that the students follow the disciplines of learning, community and self. I love the AR program as it incents my daughter to read more. The school promotes
... Read more family involvement with the AR program through using the Family Reading night. I LOVE THIS SCHOOL! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/05/08
The principal is really nice, but seems to care too much about the numbers. The reading program 'AR' is shoved down the kids throats. Which doesn't seem to encourage reading instead it encourages them to make their goals (for the numbers and the 'oh so wonderful 'Word O Meter')'. For punishment, children
... Read more are left out of activities for not making their reading goals. There is no sense of community between the teachers. Parents are only willing to help their teachers which leaves the PTC struggling to meet the demanding needs of the school. There is way too much teaching to the test. The school would funcion better if they would quit worrying about how they look. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/12/08
The principal is wonderful and the staff seems very professional and welcoming. Some teachers use a punishment and reward system (ie. pulling cards, tickets etc.) which I find disconerting. (Recommended reading: Punished by Rewards by Alfie Kohn). I also see too much teaching to the test and not enough
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Posted by a parent on 01/30/08
You think this school is great now, (IT IS!)....but it's only going to get better. Check out the program at www.ibp.org.
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Posted by a parent on 12/24/06
Excellent school with a small town feel. The principle knows the kids by name. Lots of parental involvement. Amazing test scores.
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Absolutely TOP quality California school. We had a special needs child attend this school when Cobblestone elementary refused to include him fully in a kindergarten classroom. He did need some special attention, and Sierra provided this and more. The secretaries were wonderful and friendly, the kindergarten
... Read more teachers were so kind, the special needs teacher bent over backwards to help our son. My son attended kindergarten only in the 2001-2002 school year. The school building itself is beautiful. If you have a special needs child, Sierra elementary will treat your child with love and respect. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/20/05
Every staff member is superb! This is a fantastic school. The focus on reading is sharper than I've ever seen. The looping program serves children well.
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Rocklin schools — Sierra Elementary School is located at 6811 Camborne Way, Rocklin CA 95677. 6811 Camborne Way is in the 95677 ZIP code in Rocklin, CA The school district for Sierra Elementary School is the Rocklin Unified School District. Sierra Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 6.
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