I m the parent of a kindergartener and I m both pleased and impressed with Argonne. We transitioned from a small, loving preschool and I worried that Argonne (or any public school) would feel large and institutional. Instead, our family has felt supported by the teachers and principal. The kindergarten
... Read more orientation sessions are fabulous and we would have been thrilled with any of the teachers. The principal is very focused on the needs of her students and can detail what is taking place throughout the school at any given moment. Very innovative curriculum and enrichment opportunities, especially arts and science. We ve had great communication with our teacher. Our child started reading within the first three weeks of class and is very engaged. My only concern is the PTO, which is a tight group of parents and not nearly as warm and accessible as the teachers and principal. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/15/09
My child just started kindergarten at Argonne and I am so impressed! We met all the K teachers - they are very experienced, committed and caring. During the first two weeks of school, the students rotate between the teachers and have a chance to get to know everyone while the staff is able to assess
... Read more the students and match them according to the appropriate teaching style and group. The principal has been outstanding and the PTO has some very committed parents leading the group. We feel lucky that we got in! Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/12/09
My son just finished his first year here. I have been very disappointed with the lack of communication. Point number two: Just yesterday I called the school to find out where my son's yearbook was. I was told my money would have to be refunded because all the yearbooks have been distributed and he
... Read more didn't get one, despite the school having cashed my check back in January. Next point: It seems I was supposed to have received a white envelope with my son's report card and 1st grade assignment. Never received it. Every time I ask the principal a question, her response is 'I don't know.' Guess Argonne's principal is merely a figurehead collecting a wage she certainly does not deserve! I gave this school a chance and donated hundreds of dollars. Well, not anymore! I would write more, but I'm out of space! Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/11/09
Argonne is a great school and it is only getting better...it is being led by a great group of parent volunteers who have thier hearts in the right place. The school has an excellent staff who also do a wonderful job in the classroom. I have two kids here and I have had a terrific experience. Parents
... Read more and the community are working to make it better and we will! Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/08/09
Argonne is a warm and caring school with great parent support and excellent communication between parents and teachers. With strong support from the parent community, it provides great enrichment opportunities through art, dance, chorus, PE, Russian language, computer lab, and more. We have found most
... Read more teachers to be caring and committed and the principal has a big heart and fiercely committed to social justice. The school community seems to be developing a strong sense of identity and pride -- with almost everyone sporting an Argonne Wolfpack sweatshirt, T-shirt or cap these days. Argonne may not be perfect for everyone, but we feel extremely lucky to be a part of this community. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/22/09
We are concluding our first year at Argonne and have been extremely disheartened by the entire experience. Frankly, when someone now, especially someone in Parents for Public Schools, tries to tell me all the 'positives' about our schools I think of the people who told their friends to invest in Madoff.
... Read more Just saying the school is good or has good scores does not mean the school is providing a good education or educational experience. From lack of adult supervision in the classroom and on the playground, to poor communication between the principal and parents and the principal and teachers and teachers and parents, we feel we plunged from a nurturing & caring preschool straight to a large, uncaring urban middle school. It has been a scary and daunting experience -- some parents here defend this as 'just life' -- I believe the school can more to nurture a true caring community. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/22/09
For the most part, the school does not provide sufficient information and communications to the parents of incoming kindergartners. However, once you become familiar with the school, you will find the positives in the teachers and the curriculum- such as the science program, Art in Action, and the new
... Read more russian language program. In addition, The YMCA after school program that is offered on-campus is very well run and a great complement to the school. All this would have added up to a 4.5 star school if it wasn't for the principal who doesn't have good rapport with the parents nor show adequate leadership. Unfortunately, this principal brings the overall score down for the Argonne experience. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/23/08
I am a parent of a Kindergartner who has a had a great experiencethis year at Argonne. I am especialy impressed with all of the extras that the Parent Organization is able to add to the curriculum, like 'Art in Action'. These programs really benefit the kids and give them a well rounded education.
... Read more I reccomend Argonne to any parent looking to educate their kids in san Francisco! Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/21/08
Argonne was my first choice for my child, and that choice has not disappointed! The library is bright, spacious, and staffed. There's a new, state of the art computer lab. The teachers, fellow parents, YMCA-staffed after-school program and community in general are open and friendly. The school, classrooms
... Read more and afterschool programs welcome parent involvement/ volunteering. The school is bright, with great creativity shown in the work in the hallways. I don't hesitate to recommend Argonne to prospective parents. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/13/08
I am also a parent at Argonne and have recommended this school to many families searching for a quality school in this neighborhood. I have only had positive interactions with the teachers. Argonne has a number of programs promoting a caring community environment. Parents volunteer to lead Art lessons
... Read more and support the Science lessons. Upper level students have reading buddies in lower grades. According to my daughter, they have play-yard conflict resolution plans which involve student moderators. She has friends throughout the school, not exclusively in her class and looks forward to going to school each day. That is a mark of a good school. Read less
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San Francisco schools — Argonne Elementary School is located at 680 18th Ave, San Francisco CA 94121. 680 18th Ave is in the Central Richmond neighborhood and 94121 ZIP code in San Francisco, CA The school district for Argonne Elementary School is the San Francisco Unified School District. Argonne Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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