Lakeland Village School

I was hired at this school recently and have heard negative feelings toward it. Now working here for a few months I cannot believe how different it is. I have my son at a private kinder. Needing a new school for him to go into first, I am strongly considering this school! It has great leadership, who are visible on campus at all times of the day. Also great teachers working compassionitely towards common goals. Families will be lucky to have their student here
--Submitted by a teacher

I'm an original parent from Butterfield before the school closed down and we moved over to Lakeland Village School. I admit the first year was a little rough for all of us. (parents, teachers, office staff) I remember the second week of school (2010) I came in the office with my kids to volunteer and the office staff had the "deer-in-headlights look", since they didn't get that much parent help before the merger. (I assume) So I couldn't blame her for that look. I did witness some issues that year in the beginning where they would treat an K - 1st grader like a middle school kid, when they did something wrong, but like the previous issue, it was a new experience for everyone. I admit the first year I was going to transfer my kids to another school, but after we got all the kinks out, it has been great here for them. All the office staff, teachers, principle, vice principle, playground aids are friendly. When I volunteer most of the K-5 kids always come up to me to say hi or to give me a hug. It feels great to be able to help in my kids classes.
--Submitted by a parent

I couldn't disagree more with the writer below. I am an original parent from Lakeland Village Middle School who was very active both before and after the merge. While of course the situation was not of anyone's choosing, and the beginning was a little rough, the school (both teachers, administration and students) came together to make last year a very successful school year. While I personally have not agreed with every choice that was made, I respect the effort and thought that was put in by the administration. They are quick to respond to questions and concerns, and are genuinely interested in parental involvement. If you didn't like the school environment, you should get involved and help to facilitate change. Volunteers are desperately needed and always welcomed. They are willing to work around work schedules and child care needs. Your child's school environment is partially your responsibility. Be part of the process. Get to know the teachers and the administrators and exert some effort on your child's behalf. They will remember your participation forever.
--Submitted by a parent

My son went to this school because Butterfield Elementary shut down. We were eagerly looking forward to the K-8 experience. Unfortunatley we were let down tremendously. Most of the teachers are great, mainly because they were from Butterfield. The principal and assistant principal were not willing to work with the parent nor the student. Without good leaders it is not a good environment.
--Submitted by a parent