As a prior substitute teacher at this school, I am both saddened and appalled at the atmosphere and the administrative staff at Miner. The lesson plans were unstimulating and filled with worksheets. The administrative staff was unresponsive to requests for help and the office staff was often rude. The
... Read more students were bright, but clearly lacked a positive environment which showed in how they treated the staff and each other. My son was supposed to attend this school and I am so glad I headed the advice to get him into another school. Read less
Posted by a other on 02/01/08
I would say overall the school is okay... Not really nothing to write home about. I've seen better schools and a principal who is available to speak with you when need to be. The staff is not that helpful at times, however, I notice the school lacks the ability to take charge when it comes to disciplining
... Read more the students. They 'push back' to the parents whenever they can't resolve a problem. Children act out... young children like to test the water and up to you to prove to them you are not a push over. The miner staff does not know how to do that. So they like to tell you your child has problems as way for not dealing with whatever problems they are having at school or just overall in the classroom. There is a lot of 'blame' game going on. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/31/07
The academics taught and teachers are outstanding. I know my child is gaining more than a typical school year. All teachers are very dedicated and approachable. A very high quality public education with a focus of cultural appreciation.
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Posted by a parent on 08/15/07
This is our first child's, first year in Kindergarten. I was really worried, but it has been a pleasant experience from the Kindergarten side of the school. Kindergarten teachers are absolutely incredible, I know all 4 of them.
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Posted by a parent on 05/30/07
This school is full of ineffective administrators. The principal never returns calls and doesn't enable you to discuss your children's issues. The curriculum is behind other schools in the Bay Area. Children are allowed to pummell other children with no reprecussions for their actions. The teachers take
... Read more a 'let's all be friends and don't hurt each other's feelings' attitude instead of taking actions against the bullies and protecting the other children. This school feels it does not need to notify parents in the case of a 'Code Blue' alarm in which the school is locked down because of a threat to the children (maniac outside with a gun, car accident, or whatever it happens to be). I feel that the parents should know when our children are at risk, unfortunately Miner School does not think the same way. I have had nothing but problems with this school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/19/06
The Staff at Miner has made my childrens first experience away from home, away from me, one I will always be thankful for. There is not one staff member at this great school who hasn't been a positive rollmodel for my family. Both of my children started Kindergarten at Miner, and one has already
... Read more graduated and is in the 7th grade now. My son still has this year and next, thank goodness! I know that day will be filled with many happy and sad tears. I feel privilaged to have met these wonderful teachers, employees, and other parents and there children at Miner. You have helped me to raise two beautiful children that are starting there life with all of the beautiful qualities a parent could ever dream of. You have planted seeds in the most precious gift of all, Our children. Thank you-L.Bernardo (poud mom) Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/12/06
We had a lot of problems with the lack of sensitivity when it comes to notifying parents about the grades if they are starting to dip. This school is so focused on reading that they have forgotten about the mathematics that also go with our children. There isn't one focused course on math at all.
... Read more The principal is not at all helpful, but instead condensding to parents when trying to obtain answers. I'd hightly recommend that parents go to other schools before letting your child attend and have declining grades or in playyard battles, which are also a daily thing with poor supervision as well. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/28/05
I do believe that this school needs alot of attention. I have had nothing but problems with this school since my child had started attending it, that is why we are transfering.
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Posted by a parent on 09/21/05
This fine elementary school reflects the diverse community of California's children. All children do well and are supported in all of their efforts. Students are happy at Miner and everyone is commited to providing each child with the best education possible. The principal, a highly skilled teaching
... Read more practioner, is able to maintain positive relationships with the parent community, know each child by name, and provide the instructional leadership to her staff to be certain that teachers are providing the best classroom instructional program possible. The school's writing program, 'Every Child a Reader and Writer' is one example of the school's excellence and responsiveness to current reserach. Any child is fortuante to attend Miner School. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/02/05
An excellent school with a great principal(Mispagel) and very good teachers like Imada and Mozzer.
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San Jose schools — George Miner Elementary School is located at 5629 Lean Ave, San Jose CA 95123. 5629 Lean Ave is in the Evergreen neighborhood and 95123 ZIP code in San Jose, CA The school district for George Miner Elementary School is the Oak Grove School District. George Miner Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 6.
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