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Rachel Carson Elementary School
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Parent Reviews (7 reviews)
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We've had two children at Carson so far (one more will attend in a few more years) and our experience has been excellent. The teachers are dedicated and supportive and the administration is great. Our younger child is in special education at Carson and we just feel very blessed to have her there. The program and her teacher, Ms. Rodman, are wonderful and she is thriving. There is a very active PTA and the school offers a great afterschool progam as well as a homework center. They are starting to offer music classes, not an easy task in these budget crunch times we live in. I highly recommend this school.
I used the No Child Left Behind Program to get my daughter into this school based on its high rating compared to other San Jose Unified schools. Her teacher in absolutely wonderful and the instruction in English and math are superb. As mentioned by other reviewers, the arts and sciences fail to meet parent expectations, but this is rather a state curriculum issue. The only real criticism I have of the school is a safety concern, as the campus is open and very easily accessible to anyone, particularly when children are being dismissed. The administration has failed to implement a 'check-out' system.
Love the school.My daughter was there from k-5. She loved it. Didn't want to leave . My son has been going there the past 2 years and has the same experience. Great School, great teachers and very friendly staff.
I attended Carson when I was a kid and had such a good time that I sent my son there as well. I have been disappointed with Carson, however. The teachers are so overwhelmed that they have little time for individual attention. I also wish there were programs such as art, music or science. I know these things are a funding issue and everyone there is just trying to do a good job! But if you're looking for a school with lots of resources, you will be disappointed in Carson, unfortunately.
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