Medical Center Charter School/Southwest

To be fair, I must start with saying that this school does go above and beyond with teaching the children. However, I am sorely disappointed with the administration here. Classes are huge and overcrowded - 36 preschoolers with one teacher plus an aid. It's unbelievable really, that the kids do learn. Anyone considering MCCS should know that the school has absolutely ZERO organization. It's a serious problem. It's so disorganized that I don't feel safe leaving my daughter. Also, she is three and if she arrives after her classmates have left the drop-off area in the morning, she is sent to walk to her class (in an outbuilding) alone. This would never happen at another school. My daughter has enjoyed her main teacher this year, however, the aid has caused her much anxiety. She cries every morning that she doesn't want to go because this person is "mean to us" (the children). I have recently become aware that as a punishment, children are made to stand by the wall with their arms out to their sides, airplane style for some period of time. This is both physically uncomfortable and humiliating to children. Sadly, i cannot recommend MCCS and will not return next year.
--Submitted by a parent

My child attends MCCS school on Mullins. She is happy and loves her teachers.Principal ,Staff and Administrators are very kind and proficient. Students can log into the Study Island from home and practice what they learned in the school. MCCS is a good school and I am happy my child is attending a great school.
--Submitted by a parent

The Medical Center Charter School is a very unorganized school with overcrowded classes and I wouldn't recommend any parent to send their child to this school because of these poor conditions...whomever runs this schools has no business running it or anything else for that matter...I am totally disappointed with every aspect of the Medical Center Charter School, they're UNSATISFACTORY beyond words!!
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I heard the curriculum was good here (and I am speaking of the MCCS on Mullins), but my child doesnt like the school for whatever reason. It's making me quite uneasy. My child is pretty sociable and loves school, typically, but always says they dislike it. I dont know. I have an uncomfortable feeling --- not the "secure" feeling that I had at her last school.
--Submitted by a parent

The Medical Center Charter School has been an Exemplary School for the past 2 years. This can be attributed to the advanced curriculum, dedicated teachers, very hard working students, and the care and concern that is shown by the Principal, the teachers, and all of the Administrators. MCCS was one of the first Charters Schools in the state of Texas and the CEO Mrs. Margot Heard has always been inolved wih the parents, the staff, and incoming parents. It is very impressive that Mrs. Heard and the staff of MCCS can be reached at anytime, and if a parent has a concern it is adressed immediately. The fact that the CEO, staff members, and administrators can be reached in such a timely manner adds a very personal touch to the school. There are also tutorials during school and after school for students that may need extra assistance with their academics. Study Island is an internet program implemented into the regular school day and also is included in the after school tutorials. The students can work on Study Island from their home. MCCS is a great school where everyone is a part of an extended family.

My child couldn't be happier attending this school. She loves the teacher and is learning so much. I highly recommend this Charter school if you want your children to have a great quality education.
--Submitted by a parent

its just two days my child is in school but I like his teacher , Alpateacher she is very caring and friendly , and even with regards to teaching my child is picking up. thanks
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I am a student attending the Medical Center Charter School. I think that this is a very good school. The teachers care about the safety and how well the students are learning. Ms. Monica is my principal and I Love her because she is a respectful Principal.
--Submitted by a student

My name is Roz Williams my daughter attends MCCS she is currently enrolled in Pre-K Studies and she loves it. Her first teacher Ms Stacy/Ms Edwina were Exceptional! Due to testing and revised placements Pre-K Classes were revised and our Daughter was reassigned to Ms.Lillian/Ms.Tara, needless to say they too are Outstanding! This type of professionalism and caring starts at the TOP and we as parents would like to Thank the leadership at the school Ms. Monica, the other staff teachers, Ms. Judith, Ms. Janie. Matters not what the building looks out outside, we are more concern with what our Daughter is experiencing, learning, developing and speaking INSIDE. Job well done! A very grateful and happy parent!
--Submitted by a parent

MCCS is a very good school and my child loves it. The administration staff, teachers are very nice and professional. We are very happy chose this school for our daughter.
--Submitted by a parent