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5-Star, awesome school with 2-day a week microsociety that teaches children the ethics and understanding of work, pay, taxes, teamwork, etc. Electives include dance, Tae Kwon Do, Golf, Pottery, Drama, Photography, Musical Strings, etc. Field trips reinforce drama/arts and include theatre trips, zoo trips, etc. Uniforms required and agreed upon by parents. Lottery-based selection (input request by January) with results in February. Portfolio submission increases the odds of getting your child in Chocachatti. Lottery numbers are being reduced each year - highly recommend motivated parents to submit portfolio.
My children love this school, the teachers, the events and the microsociety.
New Principal this year; not as parent-friendly as previous. Seems to be trying to force several issues despite parental and community objections (pick-up procedures, bussing, teacher requests, etc.). Does not seem concerned about parental approval and persistent on forcing some already decided upon issues. Not as social or approachable as previous Principal Tellone.
All that said, children and parents have very little interaction with Principal. Schools selling point is dedicated/committed/caring teachers, the microsociety concept and the art/drama programs. Call to schedule a tour and attend orientation prior to applying. First choice among all local Elementary Schools thus far.
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I myself have 2 children that go to Chocachatti and we do love it there... As far as new principal I have nothing but great conversations with her and belive that she maynot be like our beloved papa bear, she has her own way of doing things and I think she is doing a great job. She is great with the kids and listens. If you need her she will make time for you as a parent or for the child.