Jonas E Salk Elementary School

Posted September 18, 2008

My daughter is in her first year at Salk. She is in first grade and loves it. I, myself, am impressed with the school from the principal down to the wonderful ladies that escort the children out the doors to be picked up after school. The level of communication is high, however the level of parental involvement is astoundingly low. Perhaps parents would understand more about the discipline and rules enforced at Salk if they were more active. I personally have no issues with the school or it's policies.
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Posted May 10, 2008

My daughter began attending Salk Elementary in K and now is in her last year there (4th). What a phenomenal school. Mrs. Kara Bonin is a wonderful principal trying to balance administration, faculty and the best interests of the students. I agree that the students need a bit more 'down time' vs the rigid rules at lunch time however if the students not following rules were punished, so to speak, then perhaps everyone could enjoy lunchtime. I can honestly say that in the 5 years of communicating with teachers I have had always received a response by phone or email until the issue was resolved. Our teachers wear many hats and I commend them for being so involved. The PTO sponsors varied and interesting programs for the students and we love the year end dance for families. You can't please everyone all the time but honestly this school tries.
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Posted November 28, 2007

Excellent school. There is no other elementary school in this district even comparable to Salk. I give a lot of the credit to the principal, Kara Bonin, who is very involved with the students, teachers and parents. The only reason I didn't rate the school five stars, is the lack of extracurricular activites, but as far as the academics, teachers, and the helpfulness of staff, it is outstanding. I also had a son to attend Iddings for a while, and what a disappointment. I feel Salk really cares about my children and I communicate with their teachers on a regular basis via email. The school is located within a very quiet community and I have the peace of mind knowing my kids are in a safe environment, being taught by caring, competent teachers.
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Posted August 22, 2007

I feel the academic program at Salk Elementary is outstanding. My concerns are related to discipline. I feel discipline is too strong. The children are treated like military personel. Kids need time to breathe. Kids need to beable to express themselves and to be kids. Recess and lunch time are the kids chance to relax. A mental break from their already stressful lives. Please do not think that I am saying children should not be disciplined. I feel discipline is important. But what the school lacks is balance. Imagine working a 6 hour job without a break or lunch. What if you were unable to talk to your co-workers during your lunch or that your conversation was timed. How would you feel about it? Now ask yourself, how well would your job performance be?
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