Supergirl

We live in QC in the Pinal County area. I agree with others about the traffic issues, but if you don't mind a commute, can work off peak hours, or work from home, it's great. The homes are here. The retail development is coming...some opening next month and more in the next year.

As for schools, a year ago, I would have said run like heck! But, the new superintendent in Florence Unified School District is leading the district and making great improvements. The focus is on the kids, which is where it always should have been. The expectations are much higher for teachers and students this year than last year. The district did a lot of house cleaning and are working hard to equalize the educational opportunities to all schools in the district. Yes, there is room to improve, but they are on the road to improvement and I don't hesitate to send my children and work there.

I have not heard positive things about Coolidge School District, Queen Creek Unified District and JO Combs districts. This comes from teachers who work in those districts so I don't know how the view is from a parent standpoint.

We have found people to be very friendly. Because development is new, most people are new to the area and eager to make friends. Our neighborhood is great and the neighbors know each other, kids play together and people hang out on porches visiting. It reminds me of growing up as a kid. Unfortunately, there aren't many structured activities for kids before and after school, so it's up to the parents to be creative and keep the kids busy. If your kids are young, then it's easier. I imagine there will be plenty in the area to keep our kids busy when they get older...we have a few years.

Check out santanevents.com or ourqueencreek.com for message boards from locals. Good luck with your decision! - Sat Feb 16 2008, 08:45