Mildred Helms Elementary School

This school has a lot to be desired. The staff always seems like you are interrupting their schedule when you call or go in to the office to speak to someone about any issue you might have. My sons teacher actually told me if i wanted to speak to her about anything to do with my son, then I had to do it on school time because once she leaves the schools property she is on her personal time. They have no playground for the students and the the students do not get a recess. I also had a problem getting my son bused because we live under 2 miles from the school. I was told my 7 year old could just walk or ride his bike the 1.8 miles to school like it was no big deal. It took me 3 months of fighting to get him on the bus which had a stop 4 blocks from our house and was only a third full with students. I would not recommend this school for any parent. They seemed to be more concerned with being in the new "Dolphin Tale" movie than providing a safe and quality education to the students. If you can, pass on Mildred Helms.
--Submitted by a parent

School spirit, teachers are wonderful!! New principal leaves a lot to be desired. From what I've witnessed, she isn't friendly to the parents or students!! If you aren't enjoying your job, let someone come in that will enjoy it and the wonderful students that attend!
--Submitted by a parent

I appreciate the encouragement and comradery between teachers especially the Kindergarten Team and team leader.Substitute teacher

MHES staff is wonderful! Their teachers are caring and involved and I have never had a problem getting feedback from them for my childs' progress. The admin staff really are the best, especially their behavior specialist!
--Submitted by a parent

Mildred Helms Elementary is a beautiful school where wonderful, qualified, professional staff work to assist your child in attaining the knowledge of reading, writing, mathematics, social studies, health, and science. Parents, Teachers, and other staff are highly involved with the PTA at MHES. Their music program is wonderful as well.
--Submitted by Mary Jane Cheney, a teacher