As an educator myself, and a parent of two Del Mar students, it is refreshing to see a staff empowered. The population at Del Mar reflects the surrounding population and that, too, is quite refreshing. We are all responsible for instilling a love of learning in these youngsters, as well as preparing
... Read more them for the various transitions they will face as they move through the levels. It is so reassuring that these students at Del Mar--all of the students--are getting such strong foundations. Thank a teacher today. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/01/07
I did a lot of research about where to send my child before deciding to send her to Del Mar. I am so happy that things turned out the way they did. My daughter has had an excellent experience at Del Mar, with a kindergarten teacher who produces amazing results whether her students are English language
... Read more learners or high achievers; a 1st grade teacher who turns out amazing writers, and a 2nd grade teacher who gave my daughter amazing tools in math and made math satisfying and fun for her. Each year has brought her a teacher who has her own strengths and has given my child great learning tools. Del Mar has a wonderful blend of English and Spanish speaking families, and is working to make sure all groups are represented in the Home and School Club. The Principal is committed to all children/families at Del Mar. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/12/07
I love Del Mar Elementary. It has a positive and warm environment for my children. There is a multi-cultural social aspect that I find to be beneficial to my children's life education. I am a very active member of Del Mar's community, and there is always something fun happening on campus. Every
... Read more teacher I have had the privilege of working with has made it abundantly clear that my child's education is of the utmost importance to them. The materials and learning centers engage the students. Being a public school, we are limited in funds, but the staff of Del Mar Elementary makes up for it in heart and commitment to their students achievements. Our principal, Pam Randall, is dedicated to our school. She is loved by the students, staff and parents, as well as being an amazing administrator. I feel very fortunate to be a part of Del Mar! Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/10/07
Although the Staff is good the audience is low class with consequent low standards. I might sound snob but I am not. I just care a lot for my children's moral values, their friendships, their manners, their environment, since they have to spend so many hours in school. I found it inappropriate for them.
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Posted by a parent on 04/03/06
Wonderful School! Kindergarten teachers are the best! I moved out of the Santa Cruz area and had to transfer my daughter. I have never been able to find a school with such highly qualified and caring teachers.
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Posted by a parent on 09/24/05
Ms. Solinas is our daughter's kindergarten teacher. She is bilingual so there are some kids in the class who don t speak English at home. That does not seem to slow down our daughter s development. She has learned a lot and enjoys going to school. We are involved in many classroom activities. My husband
... Read more drives the kids on fieldtrips and I help cleaning the classroom. The classroom is equipped with relatively new computers, although little dirty fingers make it hard to keep them clean. The principal is attentive and has creative ideas that make this school a fun place for kids to learn and for parents to get involved. The school website could use some help and frequent update. Overall, it s a good school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/06/05
I have been very happy with the teachers at this school. The principal is awesome; he is very involved with the children. Unfortunately, there is extremely low parent involvment and too many children per class. Parent involvement both at home and in the classroom is vital to boost the quality of education
... Read more from a school. Otherwise, I have been mostly satisfied with the curriculum. Read less
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Santa Cruz schools — Del Mar Elementary School is located at 1959 Merrill St, Santa Cruz CA 95062. 1959 Merrill St is in the 95062 ZIP code in Santa Cruz, CA The school district for Del Mar Elementary School is the Live Oak School District. Del Mar Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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