Art Haycox Elementary School

I have a 9 year old son. I pulled him from public school for many reasons, but the one reason that stood out was the fact that he was beginning to show behavioral problems. Coming from a bad divorce and a newly blended marriage, it was difficult for him to adjust. He was very negative with low self-esteem and very angry. I enrolled him in Hueneme Christian School. Since I had a niece and nephew graduate from this school, I heard many good things. Once school started my fears came to pass and there was some difficulty. Ms. Murphy was his teacher last year. She called me and I felt hopeless, but she saw all the good things in him that I saw and this gave me hope. I came up with some ideas and Ms. Murphy and the Principal Mrs. Hernandez all got on board to help guide my son. In just a few months my son improved and was given student of the week for his efforts, which boosted his self-esteem (all Ms. Murphy's idea). At the end of the year he was a changed little boy. Loving, happy, and not easily angered anymore. This school is AMAZING!!! With the love shown there how could he NOT change. Their academic are amazing. Ms. Murphy is patient with all her students and when they get a little out of hand she has a way of getting them to behave in a positive loving way. I back this school all the way! The price is very affordable; I do not have a large income, but I make it work. It's worth it. The staff is amazing. Some how they get to know all the kid's names. They staff are fun and professional. I also want to state that they work very hard to make this school function. HCS....you rock!

We are a military family and feel so fortunate that we found this school. We have loved our time at St. Anthony's, our only regret is having to leave. St. Anthony's was our children's first experience in a structured academic environment and they loved it, always looking forward to returning following a break or vacation. We saw tremendous growth in our girls, academically, emotionally and socially. Each week beyond their classroom studies, they attended library, PE and gardening. Our girls came home echoing not only academic and religious teachings but lessons in inclusion, empathy, taking care of our world and the importance of watching out for your friends. These are values we have tried to impress in our home and it was so nice to have them reinforced at school. The communication from administrators to our beloved teacher Mrs. Miranda was consistent, transparent and informative. Dn. Henry made himself available to us anytime we asked and provided measured and valuable guidance. I can't say enough how much we liked it here and how prepared we feel our daughters are for their next school.

Both of my children attend this school, one in pre-k, one in 1st grade. The small class and school size leads to a wonderful relation ship between all teachers and students, and a close-knit community. My children love attending this school, and I love how much they are learning in both academics and character.