Birdfield Estates

I attended CCES from their lower school up into their high school and I have left with trauma that will never leave. It started in middle school with rumors that were made up by my own friend group. There was a Christmas party and I was the only one at my entire table that was not invited. I walked through the hallways, with people whispering and laughing to each other every single day. We went to administrators multiple times throughout middle and high school and got my psychiatrist, as well as my therapist involved but nothing was done to stop the bullying even after I was vulnerable and told them everything that happened and who was responsible. They did not stop the bullying, they gave me places to hide when they knew who was responsible for the bullying. I developed IBS and was put on a special bathroom schedule where I could only use the faculty restrooms. They said that they couldn’t do anything without proof and no one would come forward because of retaliation. CCES is not a learning healthy environment, it is only a good environment for certain people. I was ostracized by the community that I had been a part of and given so much to since I was a small child. I am no longer attending high school in person because of the trauma I endured.

My son has been going to MSM for almost 3 years and we love it! The teachers are dedicated and truly care about the students’ growth, both academically and emotionally. The curriculum is engaging and encourages critical thinking, while the supportive environment fosters a love of learning. My son has thrived here, making great friends and developing important life skills. We have grown to appreciate Montessori education and even through “bumps” in the road with his behavior, his teachers and staff have taken the time to meet with us a form a plan to work together and let us feel included in his care.