Manuel A. Salinas Creative Arts Elementary School

i simply wish there was a better system for backpack storage space for the children when they arrive to school.. and i wish they had more space to sit and eat in the cafeteria. I cant believe this is something we want the kids to think is acceptable way to eat. where in society is this going on besides prison? and can we please plan and prepare enough food for all the children? dont we know how many students we have. why are we running out of food and waiting an extra hour to feed the kids?
--Submitted by a parent

I like this school a lot they have excellent teachers , school leadership and the academic program it is wonderful.
--Submitted by a parent

Sharon Swan is an excellent administrator and has done a fabulous job of leading the school since Mr. Salinas' retirement. The teachers are dedicated to the arts and show a commitment to the kids which is rarely seen in public school. The academic programs, particularly the GATE program are challenging yet engaging. The school suffers from poor test scores as a reflection of the student body, not as a reflection of the academic programs or school leadership. My children have appreciated the sense of family the administrators and teachers work hard to establish at the school. The performing arts program is unique in the state. The school puts on a quality program at the Sturges every year, and every year I find myself in awe of what these children are able to accomplish under the quality supervision of these dedicated administrators, teachers, and staff.
--Submitted by Laura Holst, a parent

Though the school is in an economically challenged area, the school is a wonderful school. They take great care of the students. The teachers work very hard to give quality education. I have not seen excessive behavioral issues. I am so pleased my child is a student in this school.
--Submitted by a parent

Children First is the moto of the principal. Children are encouraged to attain academic success while being given all the esposure to the fine arts-instrumental music-choral music-drama/stage craft/stage productions-art appreciation and more. The staff is very careing. Parents are encourage to get involved in their child's education, to volunteer at the school.
--Submitted by a staff