As the recipient of the "Youth Muralist Award of 2004" from Precita Eyes Muralist Association, Gayle Manfre is well known for her murals throughout the school district. She encourages student involvement from conception of design to execution in paint, ensuring that every student receive an opportunity to make his or her contribution. Gayle provides basic painting and drawing skills, instilling confidence while allowing them the freedom to develop their own style.

Gayle also teaches art and art appreciation through "Artist of the Day". She incorporates past artists from around the world as a means to teach genres in art, techniques, historical events, and the importance of cultural diversity. For example, Frida Kahlo would expose students to the cultural and historical impact of the Mexican Revolution. Kahlo's portraiture would also exhibit the unique ways in which symbolism, realism, and surrealism are employed.