John E. Steinbeck Elementary School

I love going to this school, like any other schools it had it's up and downs however it had more ups than downs than I can recall. I know the school right now is going to some hardship but the school was better served when Dr. Loya (RIP) was serving as superintendent; my class was fortunate enough to see him before he was forced to retire due to leukemia, after the school went to a talespin, but I think it's coming back to it's normalcy. Also Bob Schaar (RIP) may the school all worthwhile, Bob-o you're surely missed my friend. He was a child's best friend while being a superior supervision to the kids and always wanted to helped out anyone that need his help.

i love john steinbeck because,its a great school my kids go there no gangs and its in a great area.the teachers and staff there are so nice and the teachers are good with kids.i think john steinbecj is a great school and should win.
--Submitted by a parent

Steinbeck school does not seem to be very tentative. Parents and students are given misinformation on a daily basis. The Parent Handbook is misleading and lacks much needed information. I have requested that my son's teacher contact me over 5 times and I still have not received a response. The school lacks in communication skills and the staff are rude and disrespectful to parents and students.
--Submitted by a parent

Steinbeck school is under some new 'management'. We have a new Principal and a part-time Program Manager who work great together as a team. I see some great and much needed improvements on the way. The teachers, staff and parent involvement continue to be the best in our district.
--Submitted by Debra Grant

My son had Mrs. Montes for Kindergarden last year, and she was great with the kids. She is by far the most popular, and requested teacher for that grade level, and for a reason. My son is now in 1st grade, and Mrs. Edery has been very supportive, and is a great teacher as well. John Steinbeck is a wonderful school, that has a high parent involvement, art class and music. I am very happy that Mrs. S in now our principal. She seems to be making a lot of changes to the school, and for the better. The staff seems very happy with the change, and I would highly recommend John Steinbeck for your children. I dind't rate Steinbeck 5 starts, because unfortunately they don't offer the GATE program
--Submitted by a parent

This school has lost it's luster since our first child attended in 1999. Unfortunately, the principle, Mr. Nava is more concerned about playing politician than attending to the deficiencies in his staff. When cornered with 'real life issues' concerning my child and how her teacher admonished her in an open forum in her classroom, he sidestepped his way around the questions (like a politician) and had his staff (teacher) only reply to 'HIM' during a conference. If you enjoy watching your child prosper and get an education, you might want to investigate a little more. The school does have some very good/great teachers.
--Submitted by Jason Lagan, a parent

Overall this is a very good school if not best in the area.
--Submitted by Alec Quema, a parent

My oldest son started first grade at John Steinbeck School. He has been a good student with excellent grades and has participated in the Gifted and Talented Education Program. This school's principals, teachers, and parents have all been great and this is why this school is one of the top schools in the our city. Now my younger two sons are attending this school where the teachers and parents are doing all that they can to keep the art and music programs available to our children. I love this school and I know for a fact people move to this area just to send their children to this school.
--Submitted by a parent

Both of my kids have gone to this school. The education level is very high. Parents get very involved in their education. The music program is excellent. The teachers are great and very professional. I recommend steinbeck elementary to any parent that wants to have their child start in the right direction.
--Submitted by CARLOS AGUDELO, a parent

Steinbeck is like a home away from home. A family. Parent involvement is phenominal. I love steinbeck
--Submitted by a parent