Youth Transition Program

I am not sure why there academics scores and testing scores are lower in the state. This school does not support child social emotionally, the children are just numbers to the principal. Poor academics and not supporting the children and there growth or if the child may need extra support the principal will be sure that does not happen, especially if your child is of color. He will stop staff from helping your child, it is easier for him to unlawfully suspend your child then try to help them or even provided services to the family!! He will not support at all!!! My child has now been at another school for 4 weeks and his experience is night and day. I really hope the superintendent of the 191 district is really looking into the data of how this principle is treating and responding our children he should not be working in early childhood education nor with children in general specially elementary. Also I would never approve a teacher posting my child on her social media even with there faces blacked out. Very unsafe especially since she shares the exact school she works at.. very very scary!!! Keep you children safe, Do not send to this school!!!!!

I loved this school! Not a single bad teacher. Lots of diversity and kindness. I had teachers that would help me with anything. Awesome playground and cafeteria. They have lots of opportunities like student council, Peer leaders, Project kids, Patrol and jobs. Great location for all the neighborhoods close by in Burnsville. The teachers just have so much want for a good education for all students and staff. I loved all of the specialist classes like Gym, Music, Digital learning, Library and Art class.

All three of my children have/or are still attending this wonderful school. Every staff member is fabulous! Drew Goeldner in his 2nd year at SO is doing a magnificent job. Everyone from the custodians (Terry and Troy), lunch ladies (Tracy and company) Project kids teachers (Nancy and crew) and office staff (the wonderful Nancy Peralta) are top notch. And of course the classroom teachers are the best! Yes, it is very diverse, but this is the real world - don't you want your child to be real-world ready? I am proud that my children have friends of many religions and nationalities. Sky Oaks is a great place to be!

I am forever grateful for the community, support, and education we experienced at Vista View! I have been in education for nearly two decades and have never met a better principal and staff. Dr. Pohl, Ms. Tucci, Mrs. Steeg, Mrs. Gandrud, Ms. Houtman, and Ms. Podratz are just an handful of teachers who have made a profound, positive impact on our son’s life. In every grade level he was pushed to work hard and do his best all while having fun. I am blown away by all he has learned. Not only are the academics top notch, but the strong focus on social emotional intelligence is what I truly appreciate. There is a commitment to being respectful learners and building community through kindness. Whenever there as an issue (which honestly was rare) it was handled with compassion and as a learning experience for all. We could not have asked for more! Without hesitation, I would recommend Vista View to any family!