Palm Crest Elementary School

The teachers and staff are, for the most part, very great. The principal is very fake and seems to only care about money and pretending to be happy… perhaps the result of a failed marriage or life dissatisfaction. The students deserve better.

Growing up in La Canada, I don’t think I really knew how good I had it. I often compare my upbringing experiences with friends in similar walks of life and I really had it good during my pre college years. I went from K to 6^th grade at Palm Crest followed by 7 – 12 at LCHS. I’m public school all the way until I reached college! Throughout my educational experience I was supported, encouraged and pushed beyond my comfort zone to explore areas of academics that I might not otherwise have done without the teachers that I had. Most notable include Mrs. Leininger (1^st/​2^nd grade), Mrs. Jones (3^rd grade), Mr. Willardson (4^th grade), Mrs Fuhrman (5^th), Mrs. Healey/​Endicott/​Cheyovich (6^th grade). Without them, I may not be where I am at this point. Really, a good education starts at the beginning. You need teachers who are able to push you beyond your comfort zone and explore areas that help your self confidence grow.

Excellent school with incredible teachers and an awesome principal, Ms. Hurley. One of my children has special needs and I never have to fight with the district for any of his services (unlike Glendale Unified). Lots of extra programs funded by the the district Educational Foundation and smaller class sizes than typical public schools. In 1 – 3, they have early and late birds who start and end with an hour at the beginning and end of school that brings the enrollment down to 10 kids to focus on reading. Extra programs include: Spanish, Art, Music, and Drama. The STEM program is well developed and supported by the Dad’s Group (an arm of PTA). They offer numerous robotics programs, math competition programs, a 3D printing program, and a coding class. Most parents are involved with a few that are über-​involved. It is rare for a kid not to succeed and flourish in this opportunity-​rich environment.

Great local public school. Caring teachers (for the most part) and a hands on principal. Lots of kids walk to school, and it has a welcoming community feel.