Rice Creek Elementary School

My son was going to Rice Creek , in kindergarten and this is the worst experience he ever had. The teacher are just observers and watch if a child does wrong and when they do something wrong all they do is write a note and suspend as if suspension was the only option. There's a total lack of structure, from the class to the drop off line in the morning, it is a total chaos. Administrators are rude and one of them Mrs Benson even pushed my son away at front of my eyes. I'm disgusted by this school, they do not have any clue on how to run a school....my son was traumatised by this experience, he heard several times the administrator and principal say that they do not want him. What a thing to hear from a principal, no profesionalisme.
--Submitted by a parent

I am a very involved parent with several children at rice creek. The only thing my children are learning is how to perform on standardized tests. The politics are taking over the school and the children are suffering. Nobody seems to notice the drop in rating since the new principal came in.Tens of thousands of dollars were spent on a high tech e-fit lab, and yet Spanish class got cut this year, buses are triple routed and I am told that art may be next. Trying to make a positive change is futile. Any suggestion is immediately shot down. There are some exceptional teachers at this school. Unfortunately, even they are getting jaded by the demands placed on them. It seems that they are required to do everything BUT instill a love of
--Submitted by a parent

Well my son just started kindergarten, and so far i love everything about this school, the children seem very excited about learning and my son really likes his teacher
--Submitted by a parent

The principal, faculty and staff are all great at this school. Students come first and politics do not stand in the way of taking care of the academic, mental and physical needs of the students. The school boasts a very caring and nurturing environment and my hat is off to this fabulous group of educators!
--Submitted by Mr. Anthony Kincaid, a parent

this is a great school!! :) my little kid loves it!
--Submitted by a parent

This school is great it helps you learn, help you with your goal and help you with your manners. I have to say 'this school is great'
--Submitted by a parent

Overall I am pleased with the school. The homework assignments are appropriate and my child is doing well academically. Her teachers are very involved in the learning process and are never to busy to speak with me or keep me in the loop. I have no complaints whatsoever. I am a happy parent.
--Submitted by a parent

It's all about homework at this school. They certainly know how to pile it on. Discipline is strange and often unwarranted. When a child does not have their agenda book signed or homework (exceeding amounts of it) done, they are forced to sit and watch other children enjoy their recess time. There are several good things about this school including the principal's communication with parents, their lunch program, and variety of opportunities, but their homework policies need to be revised to allow children the time to be children. Also, getting children to and from school on the very late buses or in their pickup/drop-off line is a nightmare. My child has been at Rice Creek for 5 years.
--Submitted by a parent

I have had good experiences at Rice Creek with my son and just when I thought it couldn't get any better, my daughter was placed in Mrs. Anderson's class for kindergarten. Mrs. Anderson has had a very postive influence on Mikayla and has really helped expand her thirst for knowledge. She keeps the lines of communication open between school and parents by sending home newsletters and weekly emails. You would never know she has over 20 years in the field because her enthusiasm level is that of a first year teacher. Every contest the school has sponsored this year, she has made the students part of it and they have won!!! She is definitely showing them how hard work can have pay offs. I wish there could be Mrs. Andersons in the classroom of my children every year. We will be sad when June is here. Kudos RCE!
--Submitted by a parent

My children both attend Rice Creek. The teacher and administration are wonderful. The class sizes are much rather than I would like but the teachers do a good job of keeping the children focused. I love the various programs they have for the kids like music, Spanish, PE, and 'Cultural Connections'. I agree with another parent about the kids being taught about Mt. Vesuvious. My hubby and I were FLOORED when our kindergartener came told us about this at dinner. This is a great school. I am really impressed that the district still offers recess to the kids. This is exceptional. The only changes I would make to the school is to have smaller class sizes and have an awards program either either quarter or at least twice a year, not just at the end of the year.
--Submitted by a parent