Southwest Ada County

There are certainly some teachers at Amity that might reconsider their careers in the Covid/Post Covid educational setting. We're never going back, and you're punishing children for things they can not impact. There are also amazing teachers entering the profession that should be cherished. Several years of principal turnover has impacted the teachers as much as the state's funding deficits. The staff at Amity truly connect with the kids, and I'm happy when my daughter tells me about how the front office staff know her (without her being a troublemaker). The PTA is lacking, but I feel that's a joint effort from the parents and administrative staff learning to jell.

My son has loved his teachers at this school and is learning so much, that is not the issue. Some of these teachers though are outright disrespectful. They are on a huge power trip.

My oldest son went here from K-6 and was very prepared for junior high. He went from being below grade level in earlier grades to at or above grade level as he progressed. The previous Principal (Mrs. Perry) even worked with him in a small group to help him get him where he needs to be which I thought was fantastic. Great teachers, the focus on the arts was great as well. My youngest is there as well and has also had a positive experience. We love CDSA!

Best elementary school in the treasure valley

We have attended 4 different elementary schools in 5 years due to military service. I have been so happy with each and every one (even the one in Nevada which is such a low performing state academically). Our 7 months at Desert Sage have been an absolute nightmare. It is unreal. The front staff will answer no questions. Absolutely nothing is their problem. They will tell you to google it if you want info about after school activities. If your child is lost and confused about their bus and in the office asking where they should go? They won't direct them. They will call YOU and tell you they "don't communicate with the busses." Your child will be groped on the playground, punched in the face. Nobody will do anything. They won't acknowledge the ALP your child brings from their prior school until you get an educational advocate involved. They won't let you watch your child carol with the choir in the hallway because it is a security risk. Yet when you walk in, they won't look up or make you sign in unless you purposely get their attention. I have never felt compelled to leave a review for a school, but you should know what you are getting into if your child attends Desert Sage.