Mulberry Creek Elementary School

I first thought it was a little out there for the children to not be allowed to talk at lunch but when I found out the why , you have to respect the reason why,. A few years ago a child was choking and the teachers did not hear what was happening because of how loud it was. There are about 100 students eating at once so even the smallest conversations can add up, I understand that they could control how loud they get by flicking the lights on and off every few minutes but when they only get 30 minutes to eat I think they should be quiet and eat. Everyone can not always be pleased but come on now Mulberry is a great school and if not talking at lunch is the biggest complaint then there doing a great job!
--Submitted by a parent

This school has been a blessing to our family. MCE recently got a new principal, who is AMAZING! He has the rare ability to lead by example and is confident yet not arrogent. The children love and respect him. I see him everday, he puts kids in the car, comes into their classrooms, and monitors lunch time. The staff love him and he runs the school like a well oiled machine. My child's teacher is of the highest caliber, making my child feel loved and my child is thriving. She continues to challange him although he is far ahead of other students. I chose this school over private school and it was the best decision I ever made. I cannot express how much of a blessing this school has been for us.
--Submitted by a parent

I am please with how my children are learning at Mulberry, but I am disgusted at how they are not allowed to talk and visit with their peers at lunchtime. When can they visit and just be a kid? It is certainly not in the classroom, where they are expected to be quiet and behave. It is a shame that the students who attended Mulberry will be looking back on their experiences and not remember a lot of their experiences these with fondness.
--Submitted by a parent

After reading the previous posts, I went to Mulberry Creek to eat with my child and looked at it through different eyes. It is unusual for hallways to be silent and the lunchroom situation is rediculous. Children need to be able to freely talk during their learning day. Mulberry Creek is a good school, however maybe they should revisit some of their rules/regulations so children have great memories of their time there.
--Submitted by a parent

The previous poster has a point, it is definately super strict, but the students don't know the difference. And at any time you could visit and no matter what grade you see walking the halls, they are definately well behaved. My child has been there 3 years and loves school. As long as my kid is happy, I am happy.
--Submitted by a parent

We are new to the area and are extremely disappointed in the leadership at Mulberry Creek. The school is run like a juvenille Detention Center with absolutely no talking even at lunch!!! Although my child's teacher is great, it cannot overshadow the negative vibe felt about the atmosphere outside the classroom. The principal should remember these are children, not criminals who deserve no freeedom.
--Submitted by a parent

You could not possibly ask for a better school. Everyone on staff is just wonderful. We are from Harris Co. but lived in TX while my oldest son was in K-4th grade. We had a horrible experience while in TX and were of course apprehensive when we changed schools. Within the first week our fears were relieved and by the time our youngest started Pre-K when a space opened for him that year we were 'at home'! We love it and are little sad that now our youngest will be moving up to the new intermediate school when he starts 5th grade next year.
--Submitted by a parent

Fantastic school! Great leadership, teachers, paraprofessionals, cafeteria employees, counselor, nurse, and students. My child received a wonderful education and everyone was supportive all of the way.
--Submitted by a parent

This truly is the finest elementary school that I hace ever been a part of. The principal Jeff Branham does a great job, and the staff is outstanding
--Submitted by a parent

I have had two daughters in Mulberry Creek since PreK (4 years). An extremely active PTA, caring teachers and staff, and a safe and secure environment make this an awesome school. I could not be happier. Speech has helped both girls, and they truly enjoy the art and music classes.
--Submitted by Nancy, a parent