3730 E Emile Zola Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85032

I have never left a review of a school- but this is well deserved . As my student is entering a new school I had no idea the amount of “bad talk “ happens between parents . I heard it all - metal detectors , police always present .. and none of it was true . Crazy how much we judge because of demographics. I am a huge fan of Greenway Middle school. I had the privilege of meeting the Principal Mr O before my student even was enrolled. Little did I know how involved he actually is with his students and come to find out from a former VP in education - he admires Mr O for what he is doing in his school. And Mt O is bringing changes to PV because of his upstanding work!! Rest assured do not let the opinion of others guide your family. My son was stoked to be a part of Greenway middle school! The Teachers care and his administration staff cares just as much ! They have it together here . And for the officers that are always there, yes it isn’t that they get called constantly- the school is granted this for the safety of our kids and the officers interact with the kids - I actually felt more comfortable knowing there is an officer protecting the school versus not having one. I hope nothing but the continued best for this middle school! Keep thriving !

I have been in education for over 26 years and I CHOSE to put my child at Indian Bend Elementary School, because of the amazing leadership. Principal Jan Stevens has been in a leadership role at Indian Bend now for three years. Due to the PV closing the previous school, she transferred to Indian Bend. Jan led a staff, students and teachers into becoming an Award Winning National School in 2013 and I believe she will do it again. The staff at Indian Bend are all team players and the school offer's so many opportunities for parents and kids. Great place to enroll your children. The diversity of the school is incredible and prepares your child for real life, while getting a GREAT EDUCATION.

I've had two students attend and graduate from Shadow over a 7-year period. There are numerous teachers are passionate about their position and have a bond with students who are engaged. There is a variety of extracurriculars and clubs for the students too, depending on their interests. Unfortunately, there aren't many Dual Enrollment classes available, while those that are DE classes don't transfer to many colleges as a regular class, but end up counting as credit as an extra-curricular in college. The AP classes are beneficial with being an "honors" class, but aren't worth (the stress of the class) if the AP test isn't taken or passed for college. Next, administration is difficult to work with, especially as a parent volunteer. However, both of my students complained often how they felt uncomfortable with anyone in the admin building. Although their Counselor was dismissive of help, the career & college counselor was very helpful with resources for them to look at all options going to college after graduation and always made them feel welcome to speak with him. Although high school is meant for the students to learn independence, communication is easily 60%+ less than what was received in lower level schools. Both of the students' parents volunteered for booster clubs of multiple groups with each of them, and the assistants that booster clubs must work through was less than helpful. The procedure to complete paperwork with her changed every year. It's quite sad how we felt treated unwelcome and as an annoyance from her; and when told to her superiors felt dismissed and "yes-ed" to just be quiet. However, other volunteers are treated as royalty simply because they bring lunch to the administration or also are a teacher in the district. And those royal volunteers are also allowed to not follow outlined district and state policies as long as (it seems) staff doesn't have to do it.The campus itself is a mess. There is always bugs, dead birds, dirty common areas, broken bathrooms, chipped paint, and terrible parking lots. Every other campus in the PV district takes care of their facilities. When asked why Shadow gets nothing, parents are told district ties their hands. But, after direct communication with the district about the campus, there is no communication or submissions to have repairs done to the campus. This makes it seem as if there is a lack of care from administration and campus maintenance to simply submit paperwork.