Murdock Elementary School

Posted June 29, 2009

I can not speak for Murdock elementary until the new school begins, however Mrs. Greene's pre-school program could be much better. There is an opportunity for each child to answer questions at the very least once a week.....my son got to answer a question once this entire semester. The program obviously favors children who will be entering Kindergarten the following year, but they need to work on building self-esteem and a love for learning for every child, not just the ones, that need to be prepped for Kindergarten. There were numerous times my child was not included in a class action of some type, when confronted the preschool teacher simply said and I quote 'you can find another preschool' this is not an adequate response to a parents concern....
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Posted June 19, 2009

There is NO better school than this one. The volunteers at the school are one thing of the things that make this school so great. the parents CARE, it is not just a drop and go school. Everyone is involved in making this OUR school. the environment really makes the kids more calm, more at ease. Drive by and check it out, I guarantee you'll be amazed.
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Posted June 1, 2009

I too transfered my son to Murdock based on the schools test scores. Our neighbor recomended the school to us along with Mrs. Greene's pre-school class (Great Program!!). Overall we have had a great experience. My older sons kindergarden year was a nightmare. I have to say that I'm glad it's over. He is now at the end of 1st grade and he has a great teacher. I can't say that he doesn't get into trouble, because he does, but it's dealt with in a possitive way. At times I think they are too nice, but everyone works together towards a common goal. I look forward to what next year will bring.
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Posted November 10, 2008

We really fought to get our son into Murdock based on its great reputation. It is a physically beautiful place, but my son had nightmares about it ultimately. The new principal this year does not know how to handle kids who don't fit in the mold. My son had numerous problems in his kindergarten class, and though he hadn't ever acted out aggressively before, he had an aggressive incident nearly every day at this school. After many meetings and strategies that were tried half-heartedly, we decided to find a new school in the district. He has been there for two weeks and has had no problems. No agresssion. No problems with his work, so issues with the teacher, no trouble. I don't think the issue was my son. I think it was this school.
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