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Arthur H McNeil Elementary School
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We recently moved to Texas. I thought this elementary school was in a 'better' neighborhood, but it's not anymore. It's filled with kids living with grandparents, problem kids, etc. Extracirricular activities are non-existent. Bullying is a big problem at this school. Their policy is to 'talk' to the kids... but there is no discipline past that. The teachers are nice, but detached. There is a serious lack of parental involvement... this year's biggest fundraiser (Mustang round up) saw about 25% participation from parents at all grade levels. Parent volunteers are constant no shows, the canned food drive was a huge flop (for instance, in my older child's class- 13 cans, 18 students, my child brought in 7 of them). Right now all grade levels are focused on 'unteaching' children writing in the D'nealian style, rather than on academics. I wish we'd chosen a different elementary school & neighborhood.
They have a wonderful staff,they teach are children how to make a difference by example, Our school is a 'Green' they recycle the rain water for the facility, I could go on & on. They take a personal interest in each child.
They have the most wonderful teachers any parent would love to have for their children. I can't express how much the whole staff there, from the office to the teachers and the principals too,has been such a great influence in my children's lives and mine, as well. They are truely the most remarkable group of caring and loving individuals that have become our extended family. I know I have been blessed having them in my families lives.
The principal is detached and stays in her office constantly. She allows the parents to dictate policy and discipline when faced with difficult decisions. Maybe she's an academic, but she seriously falls short in the 'people skills' area. The math program is seriously under-par.
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