I am interested in getting feedback about the Berkeley Youth Alternative Preschool (Allson & Bonar). During my visiting w/ my son I found the teacher to be very calm/kind w/ her students & the children themselves also seem nice. The program structure seems like it would be a good fit for my son & I really liked the diversity amongst the students. I also feel very positively about the BYA continuum (has programs that go from preschool through 12th grade to keep kids focused on positive activities). My concerns are about the safety of using the park next door as the outdoor play area, since 1.) there was a homeless man sleeping in part of the doorway of BYA & 2.)I noted multiple gang tags on the BYA building. I feel very torn about the situation because the preschool itself seemed fine, it was just that these safety issues leave me w/ some questions. I'm hoping that someone has information that can help me w/ this decision. Romy