Lemm Elementary School

Lemm Elementary is not a good school. From the top (Principal Brown) to the bottom (parent volunteers) there is a culture of confrontation and us-vs.-them mentality when it comes to dealing with parents. We are fortunate, because our kids only had to spend one year at Lemm. Thankfully, Klein ISD re-zoned our subdivision to a different school. Principal Brown does not have control of the environment, and teachers and parent volunteers behave accordingly. No accountability.
--Submitted by a parent

i son is in 2nd , i do not like the way teacher email to parent ,ido not like the way teacher email to parent
--Submitted by a parent

My son is in the Gifted and Talented Program at this school and I have been nothing short of impressed everytime that I have visited or volunteered. Even on rainy days, the staff and the children assist in escorting other kids that don't have umbrellas to the school's entrance. The teachers and the curriculum are extraordinary. The teachers also do a great job in explaining thier expectations to the kids and working iwith them to achieve them. I look forward to my 18 month old joining the school.
--Submitted by a parent

My children are currently in this school. The lack of teacher dedication, compassion, and optimism saddens me. My children have been in this school for three years, each year it has gotten worse. The teachers my children have been affiliated with have been extremely negative. I am a firm believer in correcting negative behaviors and praising positive ones. I also believe that teachers help to shape who our children will become. Children admire and embrace them. So, when negative comments are made to the child and then repeated to the parent, that is unacceptable. The principal and many of the teacher should be required to have diversity classes. They should also, to look beyond the surface and realize that many times there may be an underlying issue.
--Submitted by a parent

All five of my children have gone to Lemm. We have had WONDERFUL experiences with each of them. Is it a perfect school...no, but I don't think those exist. The principal has an open door policy and truly cares about the needs of her students as well as her staff. I have found all of my childrens teachers to be wonderful, caring educators. As for the parent who posted on May 27th, you should really research things a little before you complain. The police pull people over because they are BREAKING THE LAW! The school has nothing to do with the traffic laws. There is a sign very clearly posted on Joan Leigh (the road in front of the school) that says 'No left turn' and gives specific times. Do you honestly think that the police will pull people over because they aren't following 'drop off pecedure' ?
--Submitted by a parent

My son is in Kindergarten this year and other some occasionally rude staff members (not teachers, auxillary staff members) I think this school is GREAT! My only issue is how ridiculous the drop off procedure has become with parents getting tickets in the morning just trying to get their kids to school! The police have actually pulled cars over in the drop off lane! I think that is un-called for! But once inside the school, I have no complaints. The teachers and principals are wonderful! Some of these reviews are dated and should be removed!
--Submitted by a parent

I can't believe the prior comments. I have had only positive experiences at this school. My children enjoy going here. I volunteer often and I find staff to be excellent and caring. They have added many new teachers. I do think it is too crowded. The hallways should not be used for storage. But most of the district's schools are like this.
--Submitted by a parent

I have been disappointed with the overall quality of the school since we moved. My child has been having difficulty in her class. I understand parents need to be made aware of situations at school. I feel schools should try to emphasize more on the positive rather than negative feedback.
--Submitted by a parent

Both of my children went there in 03-05. My oldest son had the most problems. His first teacher was well rounded and grounded. She had a background in psychology which I think helped her when dealing with my son. His last teacher, I felt got irritated to easy with him which caused him a lot of trouble. He loved her and wanted acceptance but I don't thinnk he ever got it from her. I think she expected to much from him. When I spoke with her it was rarely positive. She thought otherwise. My sons though made some lasting friendships and so did I.
--Submitted by a parent

I have had very bad experiences at this school. My child has gone to Lemm on two different occasions...Kinder, and 2nd grade...and both years were hell..Teachers constantly send notes home and suggest ADHD, rather than taking on any challenge. They do not follow up well, are hard to contact, and I have to re-teach the lessons every day it seems. I do not recommend this school. The teachers and principal are 'friends' so administration really doesn't help improve teacher behaviors, just a little slap on the hand, if that.
--Submitted by a parent