Gonsalves (Joe A.) Elementary School

Most teachers are good, especially K-3rd. The Principal and lazy, screaming , disrespectful teachers need to GO. Front staff should at least be cordial, if they do not know how to be friendly. Principal refuses to help his students and families. He is just occupying a very high paying Principal's chair.

The k-2nd instructors are amazing instructors. The booster club and parental support are also amazing. This school used to be the best in California. I loved this school until my child went into 3rd grade. The upper grade teachers need to provide more academic support for their students.

This school is great. One of the best schools in california. The teachers and principal are great. It has a lot of diversity among students and teachers. In addition to academics, other extra-curricular activities that improve the social skills are also incorporated into the syllabus of the school. These students go on to perform really well in adulthood. The parents group is really strong and supportive. The principal and the teachers, with a little help from parents have made this school really wonderful.

I am so sad to hear the past parent reviews about Gonsalves. Elementary. My daughter went there from 2004-2011 ALL her teachers Mrs. Surh, Mrs Hwanbo, Mrs. Song, Mrs. Mato, Mrs Brickner, And Dr. B were very good.. She learned so much from this school and prepared her. I can proudly say she is in English and Biology Honors and has excellent grades. I feel if this school didn't challenging her she may not be doing as well as she is. I was in the Booster Club for two yrs as Co- Treasure and enjoyed it very much. We had an excellent president. and staff, All the events were planned well and my daughter and I had A LOT of fun. When I think back on those past years at Gonsalves I can honestly say I miss them. Michelle Wilburn