Spark Charter School

This is a new school still in the process of structuring. I’ts only been 2 months old and just so many issues arrised. I have a child here but seems like everything is’nt organize yet. The original Principal just left and I don’t really know exactly whats going on also she took her own child out of this school and it makes me feel that just so many issues going on that I do not feel at this time its a school that its dependable and stable… and I cannot put my childs education through all of this. I took my child out because I cannot put her education or her day to day learning disrupted because they are still structuring. It would take awhile to shape and clearly define the currilum so while on the jumpstart. It is hard for me put my child missing learning times. And the school needs a lot of volunteers for parents participation which I can’t really afford taking some time off from work. Stay at home parents can be a plus in this community or parents that has some flexibility during work times. This will be a great school when it takes its form and become more stable and you will see a definite clear vission of their philosophy but these things will take some time as there is still some rough edges here and there. Just so many issues from needing space, parking, getting signatures, a lot of parents participations (which is needed because of issues).Also, it also depends on how each parent view education for their children. I went to a project based, tons of projects (gardening, sewing, arts, carpentry. presentations etc.)grade school by the time I reached middle school I was struggling in english, math, science as compared to children that came from other schools. So, it’s all up to parents and not all children are the same when it comes to academic performance. Also, how well students will perform later on will be more based on the data of assesment (STAR) California Assestment of student Performance and Progress. Sure is they have great teachers as any school has but the stability of the school is still in question. It is way too early to give good reviews how well the school is performing really, Spark just opened and its been open only since August of this year (2 mons). What we are looking for atleast for a new school is the stability of the Spark school, space, parking etc. Especially now this days, education is shifting in a totally different direction based on what our children will need in the years to come. So its very important to have a strong foundation now at grade school than behind by middle school. The school first has to be stable to offer educational stability to children.

Spark is truly a gem and we are so lucky to be a part of it. My child is so excited to get up and go to school each day and learn. The teachers use fun, engaging and interactive techniques to really get the students to absorb the information being taught. My child’s teacher is very communicative with all the parents and we never have to wonder what is going on in the classroom. The community as a whole is wonderful. So many parents willing to pitch in and help wherever it’s needed. It’s truly amazing. Spark is such a positive part of our lives and we are grateful to be a part of it.

SPARK is an amazing school. We love it !! My kids (Kinder & Third grade) LOVE going to school. The teachers are super professional, creative, smart, kind, sweet and supportive! The school philosophy is empowering our kids and teaching them to be kind, responsible and problem solvers. I feel very blessed to have my kids go there. We have a really good public school 5 minute walk from house but we choose Spark (20 minute drive). Spark has literally brought the spark back to my kids’ eyes. The teachers in our public school were not as devoted and inspiring as our new teachers.