Bay View has the best teachers; they teach my children that they are part of a global society by bringing the world into the classroom: various cultures are highlighted and children even create the food of those countries! Most importantly, they care, which shows in every interaction with my children.
... Read more Before Bay View, they attended different schools: BV just has a great culture! Read less
My third child is now at Bay View, the other two having moved on. I have tremendous affection for all of my kids' teachers as they have all been caring and involved. I see that they work hard but never seem the worse for wear! In addition, despite a high proportion of English-learners, Bay View has increased
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Posted by a parent on 09/15/09
Both of my children attended Bay View Elementary. I was so pleased with their teachers, the administration, the support staff and the overall environment. My children got excellent educations in a safe, engaging and positive environment. I can't say enough good things.
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Posted by a parent on 01/26/09
This is a fantastic school! All of the teachers my son had were excellent. I urge all teachers to take there children to Bay View if you want a great edukation.
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Posted by a parent on 11/10/07
My son is in 2nd grade at Bayview. I could not be more pleased with the school. He has had excellent teachers, there are ample opportunities for music/arts, and parents are highly involved. Bayview is far more integrated than other public schools in the area.
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Posted by a parent on 09/02/07
I feel like the quality of the Kindergarten bilingual program with Ms. Hanna is awesome. I was very impressed with Mrs. Matteson's 1st 2nd grade combination class as well. My daughter has made a 100% turnaround since the begining of the year. There is a wonderful music program with Laurie Bennet who
... Read more is also a local musician. The visual arts program is good. The parents of this small community are very involved. Going to Bay View you fell like one big family. It has been a pleasure having my two children attend. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/14/06
My child attended preschool and the staff always appeared to be very involved with the children.
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Posted by a parent on 07/18/05
Bay View is a great school. Unfortunately, we have moved and are not in the district anymore. I have found the staff and teachers to be helpfull and accessible to individual needs.
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Posted by a parent on 02/26/05
Bay View has a superb bilingual program for K-3. The school district has been chopping back all the extras and some of the essentials in order to balance the budget, but the teaching staff and the library are still first rate. The facilities were recently remodeled and are in good condition. Literacy
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Santa Cruz schools — Bay View Elementary School is located at 1231 Bay St, Santa Cruz CA 95060. 1231 Bay St is in the 95060 ZIP code in Santa Cruz, CA The school district for Bay View Elementary School is the Santa Cruz City School District. Bay View Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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