Maplebrook Elementary School

\Quite possibly the worst school for a special needs kid. I have a child with special needs at this school. I have attended IEP meetings in which the so-called "team" sits there and makes decisions for your child's program and does not want to consider the parent's knowledge of their child. In addition, they make changes to your child's program without informing you. They also employ "Crisis Intervention" techniques that only escalate the child. The communication from teachers and aides is poor at best and they seem to downplay any bad days the child has, and do not document it. I am utterly disappointed in these folks, they do not have my childs best interests at all...it is all about saving a buck, and providing the least amount of services they can get away with! Stay away from this school if your child has special needs!

For the most part, this is a great school - very involved parents. Most of the teachers my kids have had have been excellent. My only gripe has been that the principal is a bit too concerned with decorating and landscaping rather than the children's welfare.
--Submitted by a parent

We moved here three years ago, and my son entered Maplebrook in third grade. I was concerned about how he would meet other kids, if he would make friends, etc. Well, the environment was so nurturing and friendly, that he easily met kids and made friends. The Home School Association is strong (I was on it) and my son was in the Gifted/Talented program, which was amazing; the teacher was superb. All of the teachers care about kids. The principal appears to be a little detached, but when you get to know her, she is extremely concerned and engaged. My only criticism is the red tape you have to go through, to be a room parent or to get involved, in any way. But that is only because so many parents want to help out, there. A great experience for my son.
--Submitted by a parent

I worked at this school and can tell you that it is as wonderful as everyone makes it sound!
--Submitted by a parent

Maplebrook is a wonderful school. The curriculum for the entire school is A+. Dedicated teachers, and an overwhelming parent/student participation. I couldnt ask for a better education for my 2 sons.
--Submitted by Bonnie Byrne, a parent

Maplebrook is a high quality school with an excellent staff of dedicated teachers. There are excellent programs offered for gifted students as well as students with special needs. The extracurricular program compares to many junior highs with a wide variety of interests for all students. The parent involvement is phenomenal and shows in the pride that the students, staff, and parents take in the school. An excellent place to live and raise children.
--Submitted by a parent

The Best. Dedicated staff, inovative, encouraging and the parent involvement incrediable. Music, art offered once a week and and PE offered twice. The Administration is the highest quality and willing to go the million mile for each student. FIND a house in this schools neighborhood, you won't get any better!
--Submitted by a parent