My son attended Morello Park from K through 5 graduating this year, 2009. I have nothing but high priase for the Morello Park staff. The principal, teahcers, staff and parents are all actively engaged. I would also like to parise the on-site Woodbridge 'day care' facility. In the safety and discipline
... Read more catagory, I only gave 4 stars because, as one other reviewer mentioned, the school should investigate weakness in its security. I won't go in to what I feel the weaknesses are for fear someone will exploit them, but if someone from the school administration wants to contact me, I will be happy to expand on the subject. That said, I am not aware of the school ever having any issues with security for the children. My son thoroughly enjoyed his 6 years at Morello Park and was visibly sad when teh school year ended. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/02/09
This campus is noticeably lacking adequate security. Would like to see more focus on sports and arts for creating character in children.
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Posted by a parent on 06/23/06
Mrs. Spencer was my son's 1st grade teacher. She is a wonderful teacher. I volunteered 1 afternoon a week in the class to assist with Math labs. I found Mrs. Spencer to be a very nice person, patient and very good with the children. I continue to be impressed with the school and staff. To get my son
... Read more in to MOrelly, I waited in line from 5:00 PM until 8:00 AM the following day. It was well worth the wait! (Next time I will bring a chair.) Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/19/05
Morello park is truley one of the best and safest schools around. Our previous principal Mrs. Huft was an outstanding stong and caring principal and with her gone our great school is really lacking in quality leadership. The teachers are outstanding and my child is very happy there. The school is always
... Read more clean and most importantly they have a zero tolerance for bulling. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/19/05
Morello Park has an excellent staff of teachers, headed by a principal who has wonderful people skills and a caring and cooperative attitude. The campus is only 11 years old and in very good condition. The PTA offers tremendous support to the programs, classrooms, and teachers at the school. Parent
... Read more volunteers abound. The school offers positive reinforcement for good behaviour, reading, and math skills. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/03/05
Although many programs have been cut, this school remains a great neighborhood choice. It's tough to get because of demand so plan on spending the night in line for registration! I did and I don't regret it.
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Posted by a parent on 05/04/05
Math and reading programs seem to be the latest and the greatest, kid friendly and interesting. Music, PE and Science offered once every 3 days, art is incorporated in to daily class. Parent involvement is very high at this school, enabling extra reading programs. I'm very happy with this school.
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Posted by a parent on 04/19/05
I have two children in this school and one entering kindergarten next year. I love this school. The teachers are great. They really are involved with your childs educational needs. The Principal is always available for concerns from the parents, the kids feel very confortable expressing themselves with
... Read more her. The parents are very involved with the day to day efforts of academic excellence. Great PTA, lots of fundraising activities that are both fun for the kids, while contributing to classroom needs of the teachers. We'll always have great memories of this school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/24/05
This is a great school! A great partnership between parents and faculty. This school houses dedicated teachers, not 'collect the check' type of teachers. Our children will leave Morello Park elementary prepare for the educational challenges that await them.
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Martinez schools — Morello Park Elementary School is located at 1200 Morello Park Dr, Martinez CA 94553. 1200 Morello Park Dr is in the 94553 ZIP code in Martinez, CA The school district for Morello Park Elementary School is the Martinez Unified School District. Morello Park Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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