Holder Elementary School

9550 Holder Street

School District

Savanna Elementary
Grade

K-6
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:20
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by other on August 29, 2024

I hate this school so much it is crazy how bad a school can be I would learn more from staring at my toaster for 2 hours then sitting through a teacher talk about there dog during a math lesson.
Submitted by parent on May 01, 2017

From the first day of school I really liked Mrs. Crain, then I had the opportunity to meet the principal and I love the way he treats the children, he speaks to each of them by name and Takes the time to greet them personally in the mornings while he directs the traffic.All are very kind, the young lady who opens the door in the mornings, the ladies of the office, teachers' assistants, teachers, volunteers etc ...
Submitted by parent on April 09, 2017

We were transferred over from Cerritos for the TK program. We were absolutely satisfied with our daughter being there. Dr. Friedman is an amazing principal, he interacts with the kids daily and also interacts with the parents. He is always directing traffic in the parking lot before and has someone directing after school to help keep it going smoothly. The office staff and teachers are all incredible and personable. We would definitely stay at Holder if we had not moved out of the state. As a parent I felt very comfortable dropping my child off and going about my day while she was there. My daughters teacher was amazing and worked very well with each child.
Submitted by parent on February 23, 2015

We absolutely love Holder! My daughter is in Kindergarten now (with the amazing Miss Sharp) and will continue on to 1st grade here. This is the main reason we have decided to stay in the area. My husband and I commute a bit further to work but this school and our daughter's education is worth it! Go Holder Hawks! :)
Submitted by parent on September 11, 2014

Last year Holder School got a new principle, Dr. Friedman. He did a really great job in his first year! He is committed, involved and extremely competent. He also brings a sense of fun to the job. Holder is a great school, has great teachers and a great principle.
Submitted by parent on September 23, 2013

This school is good. My kid is happy with the teacher and the school. Next year I am planning to send my second kid too.
Submitted by parent on August 22, 2013

I love this school. There are just some things that should be taken into consideration. Like an all day preschool, special education for preschool and up. Fundraisers that you can buy the items online. This way family and friends that don't live near you can purchase too.
Submitted by parent on August 08, 2013

My daughter has been going to Holder since Kindergarten. We have had the best teachers every year! The office staff is amazing and so helpful! This year we will be getting a new principal and I couldn't be happier!
Submitted by parent on August 08, 2013

My son has attended Holder since kindergarten...He has always had the best teacher but his favorite teacher is Mrs.Attaway.. The staff has always been amazing and helpful...
Submitted by parent on September 18, 2012

Previous 2 yrs I'm not satisfied with special education program. But now 2012, I see a lot of improvement, advance techniques is being applied cudos to the new special ed teacher Ms. Carmen Garcia, I appreciate so much your effort.
Submitted by other on August 16, 2012

Unfortunately, this school has a lot of work to do. The staff is very dedicated and want the best for the children, but they are ill-equipped. The practices and theory of this school are outdated and as a result the children are not given the chance to work up to their full potential. Facts: Teachers are given little to no professional development to stay current. When development does occur, one person is properly trained and others then attempt to learn from one person. With little communication amongst teachers, this can be tough. Children have been moved after the first month of school for the past few years from class to class due to poor planning and organization on the part of the administration. The math curriculum, Saxon Math, is designed for home schooling and has received terrible reviews online and by parents/teachers and results in low test scores and unprepared children. "Arts & Crafts" are still highly prevalent and have little to no supplemental value to the lesson. Teachers are not given the tools to team plan, therefore grades given from teacher to teacher vary and can be very objective. Preferable to try to keep you child in another school.
Submitted by parent on July 06, 2012

Great job everyone Principal, Teachers, aides, parent helpers.....they are the "Bomb"....and all they have is fun at learning......lol
Submitted by parent on November 05, 2011

Holder is a great School with great teacher the only problem i have had is the principal (miss. Sandy) she is very judgemental and if you disagree with her your wrong. If a child moves mid year and their frinds or family members are Troublesome she will judge your child by the people around him/her and she won't allow your child to stay in the school on top of that she has talked badly of parents and children in front of of other parents and that is if nothing else in bad tast over all great school but the principal leavs much to be desired
Submitted by other on February 16, 2011

This School is DA BOMB n THE TEACHERS ARE GREAT n THE STUDENTS TOO.I would reccomend this school to ANYBODY!!!!!!!
Submitted by parent on May 14, 2010

The school is a very good school. It has great teachers and the parent support has tremendously increased. I'm very happy to have my kids in this school. There's allways someone willing to listen.
Submitted by parent on April 16, 2010

My child has gone to Holder since 2nd grade, currently in 6th. Overall, the school is okay only. It caters to average students only. So, if you have a child below average or above average the workload is either too hard to too easy. My child has not been challenged since 3rd grade. Some of the staff and teachers are very caring but do not have an understanding how to deal the special children. They desperately need new teachers that care about the children , something more than just the holiday art projects, teacher board meetings, etc. The principal and the new kindergarten program are great.
Submitted by parent on April 13, 2010

I am an active parent of a kindergartener. I think is a good school because I am involve with her education. Her teacher cares about the student. My daughter is doing well in her class. I personally feel it is up to the parent responsibility to get involved in their child's education and not blame on teacher or the school if anything goes wrong. What you do is what you get out of it.
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