Neilhurst

A teacher by the name of myers threatened 2 students for sitting next to each other for the 6th grade end of year party. She told them that if they didn’t sit with a chair between them, that she would start a rumor that they were kissing. That if they tried to deny it, no one would believe them and everyone would believe her because she’s a teacher. Principal does nothing to rein in teachers disgusting behavior and threats. Do not send your children here. Some of the teachers are out of control because they believe they are untouchable because the principal does nothing to hold them accountable.

We love LES. Been attending since Kindergarten and couldn't be happier. I wouldn't consider any other school. LES is headed by a strong principal, Ms. Wolfe, and the admin team is kind and supportive. Overall, the teachers are caring and supportive, you can bring your concerns to them and they'll work with you to find a solution. They're involved in the community and are willing to stop and say hello even on a random weekend sighting. Any time I've had questions, they have fully responded in a timely manner. I look forward to another successful year for my child this year and will be sad when he leaves to Jr. High in 2 years. Go Lakers!

I have a special needs ASD child who started kindergarten at this school and only attended 21 full days of kindergarten and received 7 referrals. Despite the high ranking I did not see or experience the exceptionally for my special needs and military dependent child.

Coach Shawn killed himself 12 years ago, Coach Bright has been living off that tenure ever since. Also, it’s weird for the male swim coach to insist on riding the female bus.

The Montessori program is a complete waste of time and money especially. You’re basically paying for a cheaper daycare at a public school. My child went to vpk here in the Montessori program and learned absolutely nothing. I truly believe the teachers here are lazy and do exactly the bare minimum when it comes to teaching their students. My child has only been in kindergarten (at a different school) for a month and has already learned so much. He knows how to write his name, something he struggled with in the Montessori program last year. He’s successful in math, and learning how to write better in just a month of schooling. While attending swimming pen creek, i was informed that my child needed to take a separate class for their “fine motor skills” which has been confirmed to be incredibly unnecessary. Again, i truly believe the teachers that teach in the Montessori program are just lazy and do not care enough about teaching their students, especially the younger ones.

This school is amazing and we are continually impressed with the teachers and administrators who put in the extra mile to educate our children.

We have a middle school child at SJCDS. He has enjoyed school and we have been pleased as parents. The teachers have been excellent and the administration has always been professional. The school has a very warm and close-knit environment.