Mayfield Intermediate School

Students are intermingled regardless of capability. If your child is not GT you have to fight for attention and challenge. My child is being assessed for GT - if she doesn't make it we'll be getting outside assessment help because there is <no> way she can thrive in a "regular" classroom.
--Submitted by a parent

I finished Mayfield this year. And I've been there for 5-6th grade. And I agree. That the teachers don't get what GT means.we were the only class with so much homework! I had to eat dinner like at 11 and go to bed like at 12 am! And I started doing my hw at 4pm. The teachers don't understand that we are STILL KIDS! NOT some robots. We got double the load of regular classes. My teacher expected us to be quite when she was talking to another teacher that interupted the TEACHING TIME!! We are kids, and are going to be kids. No matter what. And the kids who are not in GT are respectful and take school serious. Some GT kids are HORRIBLE!!!!!! Over all, Mayfield is AWESOME!

I went to Mayfield when it was brand new, three years ago. . I was in the GT program and I loved it, but the older you get the more you understand what is going on. The majority iof the teachers don't understand what GT is really about. It is about being on an advanced level and wanting to learn. However, we are still kids and are going to act like kids, the teachers don't understand this and put us on a pedestal like we are the statue of perfection. It puts a lot of pressure on us, sometimes a little too much pressure. The teachers dont understand that wse are supposed to get advanced work, not just double the load of regular classes. Just to give you a sample of what GT is really like.
--Submitted by a student

Mayfield is a great school. They have some great caring teachers (Ms Sutton and Mr Tressler!) and bad, like any other school. We did have an issue with bullying (I think it's the age), which the school could have addressed better. We contacted the parent ourselves and the problem was resolved. The administration seems to do a good job.
--Submitted by a parent

I am 6th grade student at Mayfield, and I LOVE IT! The education is wonderful, and so are the teachers! And yes, I do agree that there is a bullying problem (I was bullied in 5th grade). And it is not true that the 'GT' kids seem to be respectful. The other classrooms are not different then the 'GT' classes. We do the same exact things, and there are respectful, coopertive kids, and kids who understand that school is a place to learn. I am not in 'GT', and I LOVE SCHOOL and HOMEWORK! I am upsatairs again for this 2009-2010 school year, and I love my teacher! So it is not true about what the number 1 of the reviews said!
--Submitted by a student

My 5th grader has done very well in the 2008-09 school year at Mayfield. However, she was placed in the 'GT' classes. I have a friend whose 5th grader was not in 'GT' classes and he hates going to school. There is a huge difference in classroom environments; the 'GT' kids seem to be more cooperative and respectful and understand that school is a place for learning, while the other classrooms are filled with the opposite types of attitudes. It is unfortunate. Overall, we have been pleased as parents in our experience with Mayfield. And yes, bullying has been a problem for my friend's child and the teachers didn't have much help to offer.
--Submitted by a parent

Mayfield Intermediate is an excellent example of modern education. There is a WIDE range of clubs, sports, and organizations that students can participate in. The academic oppurtunities also are not available to fifth graders at any elementary school. You would be very hard pressed to find a student that is not happy at Mayfield.
--Submitted by a teacher

My child attended Mayfield it's opening year. He was a 5th grader......we switched school districts so he would not have to attend there for 6th grade. Bullying was a big problem...quality of education was another. Teachers were aware of bullying but said there was not much they could do....my son was behind when he started school this year even though he made good grades there.
--Submitted by a parent

Mayfield is an excellent school. My child had the wonderful opportunity to spend two years at Mayfield. The administration is superior. They are involved in all activities, concerned about the students and supportive to the parents. The teachers consistently provide a safe, challenging, and encouraging environment for learning and growth. The clubs and extracurricular activities are varied and designed with the age group in mind. The PTA is active and provides many opportunities for the students. My only regret is that my child only can spend 2 years at Mayfield.
--Submitted by a parent

My daughter attended Mayfield's inaugural year and I have only positive things to say. The staff is wonderful and very attentive to the needs of the students. The administrative staff's focus on academic programs and activities is commendable.
--Submitted by a parent