Testimonials
- Parents
"When
we relocated from Texas, one of our greatest concerns
was being able to provide our children a similar
education to the one that we had both received. We
were aware that New Mexico was not commended for
public education and really were not sure what to
expect from the private curriculum. After a
little research, we flew in for a 48 hour trip to
New Mexico, at which time we interviewed all of the
schools that we thought met our goals for the kids.
The administration and our son’s prospective
teacher took a lot of time to answer our questions
and alleviate our concerns during that short visit.
Today, it remains the same – open communication
between the parents and teachers is key to our continued
commitment to Sunset Mesa.Since our relocation, we
have enrolled our two younger children in the Sunset
Mesa pre-school Montessori program and we could not
be happier with our choice. Kelly and I continue
to be surprised by the advanced level of the curriculum
and the ability that Sunset Mesa has demonstrated
to keep each of our children confident, happy, and
challenged academically while helping them to grow
socially and spiritually."
Drs. Lee and Kelly Caperton
"Sunset Mesa has been a great school for my two sons.
Their teachers are warm, loving, and extremely talented.
They understand that education is a partnership between
home and school and they communicate frequently and
effectively with me. This allows me to reinforce
the values and expectations that they are emphasizing
at school. My sons are being challenged by a curriculum
that is appropriately rigorous, and they are also
learning the self control and good manners so necessary
to success in the future. My children are thriving
and happy at Sunset Mesa; I couldn't be more pleased."
Sonia K. Roth Independent School Educational Administrator
"Education serves as the foundation from which children
discover a love and an appreciation for learning.
At Sunset Mesa, our son has thrived in the Montessori
Pre School and Kindergarten Programs. In addition
to the core curricula of reading, language arts,
mathematics, social studies, and science, a plethora
of enrichment programs includes computer science,
library skills, physical education, Spanish, music,
and art. A wide variety of offerings helps in developing
a well-rounded child. The teachers, staff, and administrators
at Sunset Mesa foster a positive work ethic, provide
a nurturing environment, promote independence, and
emphasize critical thinking. The educational process
and the design of activities cultivate positive social
and interaction skills. Our son has had a positive
experience in the learning environment created by
the educators at SMS."
W. V. Kuh Parent of a Kindergarten Student
"We joined the Sunset Mesa family three years ago
when our children were starting preschool. We were
new to Albuquerque and we knew from our first visit
that we had found a home-away-from-home at Sunset
Mesa. The genuine warmth of the teachers and staff
made us feel immediately welcome and established
the basis for a partnership of family and school
in education.
To this day, it is the atmosphere of calm on both
campuses that continues to impress us most at Sunset
Mesa. We appreciate the quantitatively excellent
academic instruction and the commitment of the teachers
to fostering a love of learning. However, it is the
more qualitative continuous coaching in respectful
and considerate conduct that we truly cherish because
it is consistent with our desire to raise two responsible,
thoughtful, independent, and fun kids.
We are very grateful that our children have been
able to begin their education in the warm, and talented
Sunset Mesa community."
Stuart and Charlotte Schoenmann