Anonymous wrote:I also left the open house today feeling underwhelmed with our MCPS elementary school. The class lists were posted this morning on the outside doors but had no information on the room number or where the classroom was in the school. When we got into the school there were no maps or signs to help us find the hallway where we needed to be. How can the communication to parents be so horrible?

Anonymous wrote:OP here. The teacher was nice enough. She was engaging to all the kids and the parents. It's more that I'm not really happy with the tone of the entire school. I don't feel connected at all. The last two years the teachers only let their "favorite" parents in the classroom. I asked to volunteer and was denied (and I'm not an in your face or a pain the tush type of person). I would like to do more with the school, but don't feel like they want it (including the PTA). So, I guess that is why I'm over it.

Anonymous wrote:A basic look at the classroom can be welcoming and friendly or neutral or demoralizing and depressing, depending on the teacher/room/mood. Some teachers suck and it's not being ignorant or demanding to feel sad about that and wish your kids were spending their year getting something better.

Anonymous wrote:Beverly Farms had a spectacular sneak peek. DD enjoyed pony rides, artisanal food stations, Harry Potter costumed characters roaming around, a world-class DJ and amazing gift bags for everyone. All of the kids had a wonderful time in our new campus. Sorry yours was not as good.