Thousand Oaks Elementary School

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Thousand Oaks is an amazing school with smaller class sizes and fantastic teachers.

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My younger sibling went to this school from kindergarten to second grade and had a horrible experience. The school doesn't take bullying seriously. There were multiple occasions where my younger sibling was bullied, not just emotionally but also physically. It's outraging. The teachers participate in bullying as well. The principal doesn't support students. When my sibling spoke up about a teacher bullying them, the principal screamed at them and moved them to another class. The principal should be ashamed of herself. I don't recommend this school whatsoever. I'm so glad my sibling is moving.

Posted: June 26, 2024

While the teachers are, for the most part fabulous, the school is poorly run by the current principal the past two years. My child attended this campus for three years. When the district made the decision to clean house with leadership, it highly impacted my child's experience at school in an extremely negative way. My child is on an IEP. Sped minutes for behabior support were not being met. My son was attacked by another student in music class. Knocked to the ground and tackled twice. The school never contacted me. I had to contact the principal. The principal openly made disparaging comments about my child and myself in room with teachers present. She openly mocked his disability and his mental health. As parents, we place our full faith and trust in the schools we send our children to each day. I can say based on my experience with this campus, I would not recommend the school while the current principal is employed at this campus.

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Posted: January 5, 2023

Happy with my child's 1st grade experience this year. Teacher has communicated regularly and my son is thriving. He comes home excited to tell me about what he has learned.

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Posted: October 2, 2018

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We’ve had countless issues with this school

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Posted: May 23, 2018

My three children had an excellent experience attending Thousand Oaks. They were on the honor roll there and have continued being on the honor roll in Middle School and now High School. They also made good friends while attending T.O. and are currently close friends now.

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Posted: March 21, 2017

Not happy. I have been fighting them to get and IEP for my daughter for 2 years who has cerebral palsy, ADHD, and ODD and under evaluation for autism. I have had to hire an advocate twice. All she's getting is a 504.

Posted: September 27, 2016

My daughter requires extra attention, having ADHD. I requested a 504. The accommodations requested were met without hesitation. Its a team effort. Great staff from the top on down. Wonderful activities as well, I think that's district wide.

Posted: December 13, 2015

We had mixed experiences at Thousand Oaks. Mrs. Rubalcaba is the best kindergarten teacher you could ask for. She's kind and caring. She has fabulous classroom management skills, and she can work well with challenging kids. In first grade we had a teacher who wasn't a great fit, but I think she's probably good for other kids. My biggest concerns with Thousand Oaks aren't really their fault: (1) the building was designed so that the classrooms within grades are connected to each other, which makes them noisy and not ideal for kids with attention or sensory issues, (2) the school seems to have more students than it was designed for, which results in some unfortunate practices like kids waiting with their heads down to get in line for hot lunch, and (3) even kindergarteners only get one 15-20 minute recess a day, which isn't ideal for learning social skills and getting exercise or for getting the wiggles out so kids can focus on the hard work of learning.

Posted: April 12, 2015

My children attended Thousand Oaks Kindergarten. We absolutely loved it. The staff, teachers, and librarians were the nicest and most helpful. The classroom curriculum, activities and gifted program were wonderful, and my children looked forward to going to school and the library every day. Accelerated Reading program had been instrumental in developing kids' love of reading. There is a reward system (spirit sticks) that encourages children's participation and development of skills, behaviors and responsibilities. The school has a variety of events planned throughout the year that are fun and interesting.The PTA is welcoming and involved. Any child can be successful there and feel at home.

Posted: January 28, 2014

This is the first year my daughter has been at Thousand Oaks and we just love the school and the staff. It seems like alot of thought has been put into the operation of the school and the programs work well. The nurse is as great (maybe better than) any pediatrician we have ever used, the school staff is welcoming, our daughters teacher, Ms Cox, is energetic & caring--just the right balance of fun and rules, the principal is kind & is constantly making pleasant chit chat with the kids, the cafeteria is clean & our daughter likes the meals--in fact the whole school is really clean. The only thing that is not great: the playground. Definitely a "5" overall, so glad my child is at Thousand Oaks :)

Posted: August 25, 2013

had 2 simple questions to ask cause they were not on the internet i got a ugly attitude from a lady. & it took them 7 times for them to answet the phone. i really wanted my kids to attendthis school because i am moving in the area but now im thinking twice to keep them in nsisd change your staff please! :/

Posted: May 25, 2013

This year Thousand Oaks worked very well with extra curriculum classes like drama, music and fitness. They had plays and musicals and my kids had a lot of fun at school. All the kids had a chance to be part of these activities. I'm very pleased with the "Accelerate Reading Program" . My kids are reading above their age level now thanks to all the support that the teachers gave to the students. Great Job Thousand Oaks!!

Posted: April 16, 2013

Outstanding school! Mr. Keller, Mrs. Moore, Principal Mai, and the entire faculty/staff are superb! The teaching staff is knowledgeable and well-defined within their scope of learning and instruction. A TOP NOTCH INSTITUTE OF LEARNING/GROWTH! Now in regards to all the negative posts about "petty acts" or "stout disciplinary actions these are obviously from parents (more than likely teenage parents) or pseudo-parental figures that practice this new-age of entitlement. Today s educator is severely underpaid, overworked, and underappreciated! Therefore, place yourself within their shoes and environment. These are highly educated and trained (certified) individuals that go through rigorous phases of background checks and preparation. This does not include the counseling, specialty, or principal staff which requires a Masters degree or higher from a regionally accredited university. Bottom line YOU CAN BE A PART OF THE PROBLEM OR ASSIST THIS STAFF IN A SOUND SOLUTION TOWARDS IMPROVEMENT!

Posted: August 23, 2012

I don't understand all the negative comments about the school, my daughter had attended since kinder. and she will start 4th grade this year, she is a happy and well behave child. Her first teacher was Mrs. Moore and I never had any problem on the way she treated my child on the contrary we only has good thing to say about every single teacher my daughter had through the years on TO. My Child is an A honor roll student and I believe her achivement are part our resposability as parent but also the great teachers she had have every year on TO.

Posted: December 8, 2011

Both my boys love school this year. We have new administration, Mrs. Mai and Mrs. Pearce, who are wonderful and always out and visible to parents, and communicate with each parent effectively. This year, my boys have Mrs. Hinders and Ms. Wood who really care about them not just teaching them. They are both outstanding teachers. When we get there in the morning, they are greeted by name by the coaches, Mr. Keller, both Ms. Shaws and everyone else says good morning. So far it has been a great year.

Posted: March 9, 2011

Very unsatisfactory school. Mrs. Moore, you should be ashamed of yourself and the way you expect young children to behave. They are KIDS, not mini adults. The principal is not much better.

Posted: February 9, 2011

This school is a great school, I have three children enrolled at Thousand Oaks and have been involved in many of the programs that the school offers. The teachers have been good, and although I have noticed some "nit-picking" notes sent home from the teachers, I have determined that usually it is the children who are at fault and should be reprimanded. I would like to see more after-school programs offered (ones of a physical fitness emphasis), but that is my only complaint.

Posted: June 2, 2010

My daughter has been at Thousand Oaks since Kinder. She just finished first grade. And she has been very successful at thousand oaks. Before she went to this school her reading level was very low. And with the help of Ms. Rubacalba and Mrs. Ritchie. She is ready for second grade. She is at the second grade reading level. I really love Thousand Oaks and I wouldnt have her go annywhere else.

Posted: March 24, 2010

My daughter is a kindergartener and she really enjoyed this school. Her teacher is Mrs.Rubalcaba and she is a wonderful teacher. Very caring and communicates well with the parents.. The only problem I have is; I NEVER saw the principal, I couldnt even tell you what she looked like.. At first I thought this school had no principal, sad but true... I even tried to make an appointment w/ her just to say, 'Hello were new to Texas and I would just like to just introduce myself and see who my childs principal is... No Luck! So my 4 Stars is for the teacher...Mrs. Rubalcaba- Thank you for being such an amazing teacher to my daughter!