My son and daughter both attend Brinton, they are in the 1st and 3rd grade and have attended no other school. luckily, we were granted a boundary exception (despite the 20 minute drive). I love Brinton and so so they! Mrs. Costa, Mrs. Calise and Mrs. Hall have all been excellent!!! however, it was a
... Read more HUGE mistake to let Mrs. Costa go this year!! My kids both had her, there is no better K teacher than her! Your staff is awesome. We are excited for the carnival coming up! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/09/09
This is the 2nd year my son is attending Brinton and I must say this year was against my will. The first year (Kindergarten) I was extremely disappointed in the administration due to various events that transpired. I realize that it was not the school that disappointed me but the teacher....this year
... Read more is a very different story. Mrs. Calise is an outstanding 1st grade teacher and I couldn't be more pleased. She is very talented and intelligent. She really cares about the student and understands their learning capabilities. She is in tune with her students and that makes a world of difference. My son has made leaps & bounds in his academics because of her style, she firm but loving. Brinton is lucky to have such an amazing teacher on staff. Over all the school has definitely improved with the new administration in place, I'm very happy. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/27/09
The 08/09 school year is my childrens first at Brinton. We moved here from Wisconsin over the summer and were very worried about the kids education having had them in what we considered a very good school in WI. Those fears have been put to rest at Brinton. Mr's Elsworth and Mr's Green are wonderful
... Read more teachers, and the school is well run. Both my children quickly profess Brinton as their favorite when asked to compare it to their WI school. In comparison, as a state WI has better schools then Arizona. I think you would be hard pressed to find a much better school then Brinton. We have seen a noticable difference in the increased difficulty in reading and math, but my kids enjoy school more now than ever and are performing better then they did in WI as well. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/22/09
Our two children have attended Brinton since kindergarten. We have had nothing but great experiences with Brinton. The Principal, the teachers and the entire staff have always been there if any questions have arrived. Our children are now in 3rd and 4th grades and are excelling in all areas. From
... Read more speach class to orchestra the kids look forward to going each day and learning new things. Kudos to all the staff for all that you do for the entire student body. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/15/08
I absolutely loved Brinton. My child has special needs, the principal Susie Meade and the staff were great, always listened to my concerns to better his education. Unfortunately, we have moved and this school is not so good.
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Posted by a parent on 07/29/08
We are very happy with the changes that Susie Meade has made. Brinton can only get better!
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Posted by a parent on 10/16/07
Principal Dr. Susie Meade, has made an extreme healthy change in atmosphere for this school. She is absolutely a top rated professional with the attitude of pure success for the children. The administrative and teacher staff are all in it for the kids. We've been going to this school for five years
... Read more and absolutely love it and enjoy the vast improvements since Dr. Susie Meade has been in place. Prior to her we were struggling with the school principal, but never the teachers or the administrative staff. The teachers appear to be even more focused since the new principal. Thanks Principal Dr. Susie Meade and Teachers! Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/01/07
My son has attending children have attending Brinton for 4 years. I enjoy playing an active role in the PTO and meeting with the principal and teachers. I look forward to the 2007 school year. My kids are excited for school to start.
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Posted by a teacher on 08/06/07
Brinton has caring and involved Mesa Public School teachers. The teachers will take the time that is neccessary to explain and enrich the curriculum for each indidividual student. Parents are involved in PTO and in the classroom, as well. Our children are successful due to the teachers AND our involovement
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Posted by a parent on 07/22/07
I enjoy participating on the PTO, I feel this school is becoming more parent involved, which only leads to great benefits for the students.
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Mesa schools — Brinton Elementary School is located at 11455 E Sunland Ave, Mesa AZ 85208. 11455 E Sunland Ave is in the 85208 ZIP code in Mesa, AZ The school district for Brinton Elementary School is the Mesa Unified School District 4. Brinton Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 6.
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