Jamie Way
Hayward, CA 94541

This school has caused me so many problems, I still have anxiety and social issues because of the people that go here. It’s terrible. I was a student here and the lack of reinforcements for rules and punishments against discrimination is horrible. They favor certain students over others, specifically a few of the staff in particular. They should rip down that pride flag out in the front, as apart of the LGBTQ community I have been harassed many times by other students and when I shared my story with the support systems they had little to no action taken place. The school is hypocritical and is corrupted. It has caused my middle school years to be the worst two years of my life, no exaggeration. I have other experiences as well, my other relative had been traumatized by a teacher because of her disgusting and cruel behavior towards them and other students. It is truly a terrible school. Not to mention the various fights and drama that takes place, a very unsafe and inappropriate environment for students to be learning in. The only upsides to this school are the few teachers that make the campus a bit bearable.

My child joined the Fairview community February 2020 just weeks prior to Covid. The pandemic was a difficult transition not just for my then second grader but for the educator as well. The virtual academic environment was often hostile and led with frustration and disorganization. My student got to the point of crying every morning and exhibiting anxious behaviors knowing that learning hours were approaching. Since school has returned to in person the schools leadership has proven to be unstable with at least three changes amongst principals and assistant principals. Students are not held accountable for their violent and aggressive behaviors. Teachers and staff are insensitive and disrespectful. There is a disconnect between administration, staff, and parents. The students behavior and conduct are completely out of control and the only measure of discipline and restorative action is simply a verbal apology. My student has fallen behind academically and despite receiving additional services beyond campus they struggle with exceeding expectations while testing and reflecting curriculum. The sole highlight of the schools community is the art department Ms. Dixon has been the most consistent and positive outlet for the students throughout my experience with Fairview. I also appreciate the social emotional supports provided through community partners.

Both my children have excelled at Hayward High. My daughter is now entering her sophomore year at UC Berkeley and my son is definitely UC bound. Their AP program is excellent and prepped my daughter well for the academic curriculum at Berkeley. Just stay in your kid's "business", make sure they take challenging courses, stay respectful of their teachers and participate in sports or other clubs and your children will do well.