Morningside Elementary School

I am the grandmother of one of the children in the 5th grade graduating class 2012. He is preceded at Morningside by his older brother and sister. All of my grandchildren are fine students and good people. I have been a strong supporter of Morningside Elementary and the children for 12 years now. This is my grandson's last year at Morningside. He has worked so hard and has accomplished so much, and now when it is his time to shine, and recall the many good years in this school, he has been disappointed by the people he has been taught to trust and respect...his teachers and administration. It seems the teacher's contract is up for negotiation this year, and they have chosen to use our children as PAWNS in their attempt to secure a better package. They have decided NOT to be available for extra programs and the administration has cancelled the 5th grade trip to Epcot, the 5th grade play, and their graduation. What message does this send to the children? These PEOPLE are HEARTLESS and I will lead the fight to repeal tenure, and to voice my dismay at the disappointment our children have been faced with. NO more $ for heartless educators.

I am not sure what it is that makes this school a #9 in our county...but I was not nearly as impressed as what I would have liked to have been. I was specifically least unhappy with the principal, Mrs. Belle-Grade who was by far the least friendly principal I have ever seen in any school...or maybe was it only her favorite parents that she spoke to? Regardless the woman has an attitude and looks down her nose at you. I had a problem regarding my daughter one time and she REFUSED to speak to me until SHE was ready to doso. She acts more like the prez of the country vs pincipal of an elementary school. In class the children were literally "CANDIED UP" in attempts to get them to work, as my daughter would come home daily with WAY too much candy given to her by teachers...which frankly in my opinion reveals a bunch of peeps actually shortcutting doing their jobs by saying "hey lets just rot these kids teeth instead of actually putting effort into stimulating their minds". This school by far has room for improvement in my opinion. There are no art classes for the kids until they get in 3rd grade & even then kids have to stay after school to take that art, again, RIDICULOUS!
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Great school, with good structure..
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My son has attended Morningside since kindergarden and I have been actively involved with the school through their pto program as well as being a regular volunteer and I can assure you that this is by far one of the best elementary schools out there. I love the fact that the students are in 'uniform' and it truly is a no-nonsense school. I feel so very fortunate to have my son attending Morningside Elementary, I just hope we get as lucky for middle/high school as well.
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I believe this school has improved enourmously in the last 3 years, my kids started this school year, and I have no complain. the only thing is that some children in the school need more corrective measures about discipline.
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it's a wonderful school my child goes there
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This school is excellent. All of the administation and staff work together to ensure the best for the students.
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Overall a great school with excellent leadership from staff. My particular experience after having been with the school for many years was with one poor quality teacher.
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Best school, best people and best students in the county.
--Submitted by Tom Van Ornam, a parent

Morningside elementary is an excellant scool that I would highly reccommend. My son attended there for 2nd-5th and recieved a top notch education. They provide a gifted program which we were very stisfied with. Additionally, he was involved in a program called Odyssey of the Mind which improved his speaking skills and taught him to think outside of the box. The teachers were readily avaliable if I needed them for conferences. I frequently went to school at lunch time to eat with my son of which the school and teachers welcomed. I would highly reccommed this school for your child.
--Submitted by a parent