Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School

This is a Failing school. I think that it could be ran better than how it is.

This school has a “ZERO BULLYING POLICY” yet my son came home with bruises multiple times and was constantly bullied we talked to the teachers, the principal and anyone who would listen and no one did anything about it, his kindergarten class had 8 kids go to summer school which falls on the teacher his first grade teacher however was helpful in ways but finally when my son stood up to the bullies with just words (no physical contact) he was suspended from school, not one of the bullies were ever suspended my son will not by going back and if you value your child’s education and physical well being, you should not have your child here

I think that this school could do better. I am not saying that is an uder performing school, but I know that it could do better.

This school is the worst elementary ever,they don’t look after your kids with special needs they just let your kids fail. It’s all about a paycheck when it comes to Martin park!!!! I had to pull my kids out.

My kids have pretty much been raised in this school and ALL of the faculty know our faces by name! They're like family to us and when my kids and I had to leave during a time of hardship, it was very easy to decide where my kids would return to! I'm uncomfortable with over schools but this one is very attentive and cares deeply about their kids' futures! I love Alma Redwine New Vision Academy and wish there were more schools like it!

My child has attended this school since grade 2 . This is his 5th year. I am struggling to get though it with him. I keep telling him to stick it out. I PRAY that I am not hurting him by insisting that he does stay. In the beginning it was great. The low student teacher ratio was a blessing as my child feels more comfortable like that. After this school decided to join the lottery program it has been all downhill from there. All of the original classmates are gone, more disciplinary problems have arose, the bullying has become part of his everyday life at school. I can honestly say I am counting down the day's until May 22nd......We are looking forward to moving on and wish this school the best.

Phoenix was our only option at the time for a good education. We were thrilled when both of my children were accepted, We had a great experience the first year with the teachers however there is a huge lack of funding. There was no school nurse and the counselor at the time was more interested in climbing up than her current job title. I felt no support when my child was having panic attacks (due to the high pressure to be perfect). Absences were mocked the second year even when my child had to have an operation. The second year was beyond rough to say the least, The teachers belittled mine and others (I have the notes and text messages to prove it). Not to mention unless you were a favorite of the front desk they treated you less than kindly. I am absolutely not saying this school is not for your child ... they may thrive in this environment. Mine I felt as if their "petals wilted everyday". I work with children everyday and inspire them to achieve on their level, etc. All the best in your decision!