The Bayside S.T.E.M. Academy

There are a lot of negative things said about this school. It is simply not true. My daughter has just finished 6th grade and she had an amazing year. As a parent, I spend many hours volunteering at this school. Partly because I wanted too, and partly to see how many times the police were called. In a 4 month period the police came 1 time. The teachers and admin. staff are on any problem right away. They take the time to handle it quickly and effectively. The teachers in 6th grade are amazing. They work together to give the kids a positive year of learning. Your child will get out of 6th grade what they put in. The 6th graders start with a Joinville poll party as well as a teacher/student fun night/ending with Raging Waters field trip. Very very exciting year for 6th graders to grow, explore, and learn . Highly recommend this school.
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The Bayside STEM Academy is San Mateo's hidden treasure. My daughter Tania is lucky to have her amazing 6th grade teachers. Special THANKS to Ms. Trask and Mrs. Cardenas for helping Tania improve her Math Skills.
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My son is just finishing up 6th grade at Bayside STEM Academy. He has had a great time there thus far, and has learned a lot and we really like the school as parents as well. Some reasons: There are many GREAT teachers who are very committed to teaching kids appropriately at whatever their level, especially (but not only) in science and math. The principal and other administrative staff people are also great open to feedback and parental involvement and willing to think creatively and talk openly about solutions to issues that arise. The student body is comprised of a wonderful and diverse group of kids from throughout San Mateo. There don t seem to be significant divides in the school, and bullying has not been an issue at all. There s an increasingly involved parent community though there s more to do in this area.
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Bayside is a small school with dedicated teachers and staff. It is a place where each child is known and has a voice. Its a community where parents can make a difference and be appreciated. Students feel empowered and challenged by teacher acknowledgement and support. Differentiated learning (up and down) is available and highlighted. The athletic school spirit is contagious. The broad ethnic diversity of the student population is not a topic....kids seem to judge on kindness and merit rather than background, fashion or the like so often I see being a focus at other middle schools. I am so proud to have my daughter apart of such a caring, expanding program. I think Bayside is San Mateo s best kept secret.
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