Marshall Fundamental School

The music program at Marshall is one of the most amazing institutes I've ever been in! The leadership in band is like no other! This marching season we sadly lost our band director, leaving us with a substitute Teacher until we were able to Find a new director. During that time the members of the marching band took responsibility of the entire music program, which included beginning courses in band and orchestra, which consists of mainly junior high kids. The band members became stand in teachers and taught the beginning and intermediate classes by themselves for about 2 months. After they pulled off such a miraculous feat, the marching band went off to win 1st place in competitions. The music program is really out of this world at Marshall. Music is considered to be a great asset to Marshall, so it's always appreciated by school officials. I rate Marshall music 5*s

At first i was quite nervous about coming to Marshall. With the thought of a new school in my head freaked me out! But now that i tihnk about it, it's not just a school , but it's more like a second home. Here i have met some of the most amazing people ever. Also some of the best teachers ever. I was in choir last year, and i loved every second of it. I am now a Freshman with APP/Honor classes and am in a club which i enjoy. I can't wait to see more new memories being added to the collection!
--Submitted by a student

Marshall encourages academic excellence for all of its students. I am proud to be a part of its fine staff!
--Submitted by a parent

I am a retired teacher from Marshall who maintains substantial contact with the school in both paid and volunteer capacities. The strong academic/AP program, the high degree of parent involvement, and the very active music program all stand out. Underlying all these is the strong leadership (administrators) which took charge about five years ago. What a pleasure it has been to witness a school which has been transformed for the better during the past five years. I would be remiss not to mention the impressively large number of simply wonderful young people who are our students; their high caliber makes the rest possible.

wow! I have a 12th, 10th and 8th grader and one who graduateded in 2006 , as is now attending the United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point New York , Marshall has definaetly been a very big part of our lives for the past 8 years and even to find the right words to express my love and appreciation for the awesome teachers ,and staff and parents that volunteer and not to mention the great students we have from all diverse backgrounds, Marshall has great Teachers that work very hards to help all students acheive their highest goals ,dreams and potiential to get them ready for the real world ,not only acedemecly but socialy as well , my sons and daughter have all been a part of Marshalls AP programs and honor classes , and clubs and even what they Love the most,Sports!Thank You Marshall & God Bless You.
--Submitted by a parent

i went to marshall since 6th grade and i am now an 8th grader attending at a different school because we moved but i honestly would do anything to return to that school. i had very good teachers an got along with all of them. they made me fell comfortable in discussing stuff. i had many very good friends. i love Marshall =]]
--Submitted by a student

My daughter entered the 6th grade at Marshall this year and I can proudly say that she is loving it. She is constantly challenged, and many assignments involve working as a team with other students. I am thrilled at the enthusiasm my daughter has to go to school each day. We did begin in a local private school, but early on found Pasadena schools have far more to offer. We look forward to a great education for many years to come.
--Submitted by a parent

My son is in the 9th grade and has come from private school to Marshal. We could no longer afford private school due to finances. I was concerned when he first started that he would not be challenged enough. To the contrary, he has excellent classes and teachers in the honors program and appears to be blending in successfully with the other students. He has already made new friends. I couldn't be happier with the way things have turned out.
--Submitted by a parent

Although I would rather have given the school 3 and 1/2 stars, I believe that this school has qualities not acquirable by most well-off schools in the higher-grade districts. The relationship between students with each other and with teachers is likely to be found no where. Students are encouraged to be themselves and find their own talents/strengths, unlike many vigorous schools that focus too much on the letter grade and what's on paper rather than on the individual child/student. The reason, however, that it is not, in my opinion, 4 or 5 stars is that some (1/4 of the) teachers simply don't do their job correctly. There is not enough vigor and competitiveness in the classrooms because teachers will often give out easy A's and not push the students to actually learn the subject. There are, of course, many exceptions--some of the teachers are simply brilliant.
--Submitted by a student

I currently have 2 students at Marshall and have been very pleased with the academic rigor to which they are exposed. They are challenged in their AP and honors classes and have had wonderful experiences in band and on various sports teams. Any student who attends Marshall has the opportunity to excel and flourish academically. Those who are the most successful have parents and/or guardians who view their child's education as a partnership so they are active and stay in communication with the staff as well as keep abreast of school happenings. For those who are wondering...I've not once been worried for the safety of my children and I'll happily send my youngest there in another year.
--Submitted by a parent