Matsuyama Elementary School

My son looks forward to his school every day. It has a very good reputation in the area and definitely the teachers and staff are respected and the learning environment is very rewarding. My son has attended two semesters now and has been proficient all the way through. If you're looking for a school academically then Matsuyama is the one for your child! I feel the principals skills and techniques play a very important role in any school and the principal at this school definitely does a hardworking job.
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Its a nice school the teachers and staff are respectul and nice, my daughter likes her school I feel the good enviornment the school has.
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Very nice school , but some of the teachers are racist,and all they care about is money if your child is sick they dont care,because they lose money.The new principle is very unfair,there is alot of favorism.

Matsuyama Elementary School is a school that challenges it students to be their best. The teachers, principal and staff are extraordinary.
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I have two kids at Matsuyama and we love the school! The principal, parents, and teachers are awesome. The principal holds monthly coffee chats where parents can come and talk to him openly about anything from test scores, extracurricular activities, safety issues or anything that is on their mind. Teachers really care about their students, not only the test scores, but the health and safety of them as well. My child has multiple food allergies and all of his teachers were receptive in helping me keep him safe. One teacher even contacted me before each event to ensure my child had something to eat so he wouldn't feel excluded.
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Hello, My name is Christopher Chin and I was promoted from Matsuyama Elementary School about 3 years ago. I think that the school was excellent and the teachers really loved what they were doing. I am now attending John F. Kennedy High School in the PACE program and am looking forward to graduating. The reason that I got where I am today is because of my teachers that I had at Matsuyama Elementary School. I would recommend this school to all parents that have a child that is going to go into Kind. or if they are transferring from another school to get their kids to go to Matsuyama because the environment is very friendly and you can really fit in there. Also because there are many activities that are offered there. There is band, Orchestra, Gate, etc. And now that Matsuyama is under new management (Mr. Huscher) the school is better.

I have a son in second grade and an in-coming kindergartner. Our family chose Matsuyama as our number 1 school during open enrollment. There are some exceptional teachers who go beyond expectations with their time and their attention. Extracurricular activities include the standards (choir, band, GATE) and other unique clubs (Club Matsuyama focused on our sister city in Japan, chess club, art, science). The Principal is always available and works hard to know the kids. Safety is clearly a priority, along with academics and respect.
--Submitted by Maria, a parent

Having come from out-of-town, I read a lot about this school's reputation for academic achievement. My child has attended one year, and I can attess the school has an emphasis on 'the three R's'. However, I feel that the curriculum is lacking in science, social studies, and arts. Staff members have expressed their frustration for the lack of resources to the students and time constraints for teaching. Having spoken to parent's who have children at other schools, I do believe Matsuyama was the best choice I could make, foregoing private schools.
--Submitted by a parent

I have two children at Matsuyama. Overall a great school but very geared towards high test scores and not necessarily a nurturing enviroment. Most teachers are great but there are a few with issues.
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I love everything about Matsuyama Elementary School. I have 2 children attending Matsuyama Elementary School this year(2005-2006) and I have met both of their teachers. Looking forward to another wonderful and successful year. The quality of academic programs are excellent. The PTA involvement level is high.
--Submitted by a parent