Maryland Avenue Elementary School

this year is my child's first year at this school and it has been a great experience. As a parent I had many concerns, down to the end but one I met his teacher, Mrs. Gasper, she is wonderful and eager for parental assistance. My son is learning so much and is eager to wake up early just to get to school I feel confident having my child there and proud of the hard work of the teachers and staff who work very hard to care for the kids and their safety.
--Submitted by a parent

I like that the school has small classes and they try to get to know all the parents and get them involved in our kids school work. My child has attend here for 2 years and has show lots of growth.
--Submitted by a parent

Great school. The teachers, staff, and programs have been instrumental in my childrens' learning. The after school program is also terrific as well as the PTA. I recently moved out of the district and truly miss Maryland Ave.
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I am extremely satisfied with Maryland Ave. Elem. My son is attending for his 4th year now and he really enjoys the overall atmosphere of the school. He gets involved in afterschool programs and we attend all of the fundraising events. My son attended a different school for his Kinder year and moving him to Maryland Ave. District was one of the best decisions I've made. Class size here at Maryland is better then most in San Diego School District. I do think that parent involvement is very important in any school, especially if you are unhappy about how things are being ran. Join the PTA or whatever it takes to voice your opinion to make changes when needed. Don't go unheard when it comes to your child's education!
--Submitted by a parent

school was a big let down this year, my child attended this school since kindergarten and not until recent did I realize it was a very judgemental enviroment. This years teacher was rude to me as a parent, and my child as well. I would not recommened this school. Maryland Avenue was a bust!
--Submitted by a parent

my child has went here for two years and has shown lots of growth. i like that the shcool has small classes and they try to get to know all the parents and get them involved in our kids school work.
--Submitted by a parent

Mrs. Newman, 4th grade teacher is awesome. She really takes time to specialize to the needs of the individual student. The new principal is severly lacking in her interest and inclusion of the dhh students. Dr. Reed made sure to include all students and was very hands on.
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Maryland has a homey feel. The PTA is very active and provides a lot of extras for the students. The after school program is wonderful and very affordable. I like that the school offers alanguage program and after school science programs. My daughter loved having a male teacher.
--Submitted by a parent

The teachers are extremely dedicated to the children. The school is very small so the class ratios are small. Creativity in classrooms is high.
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Campus is too open - should be more secure during school hours.
--Submitted by a parent