St. Margaret Mary Catholic School

Worst school. Better off sending kids to public school

I went to this school from Pre-K to the Fourth Grade. I am now 22 years old, just graduated college with a psychology degree, and I'm about to start my master's degree. I often think about how blessed I was to be able to go to a school like this. This school provided so many opportunities that helped me get ahead of most people my age. This school made learning fun and easy for a visual learner, like me. Some of the best classes that I took were: Spanish, Pottery, Etiquette, coding, and an amazing Literature class. There are no "stereotypes" here. Clubs are encouraged. I remember joining chess club when I went there and never worried about what anyone thought because this was a school where being smart was cool and accepted. I'm not sure how the school has changed over the years, but this was a very diverse school that provided lots of cultural knowledge and is still to this day, one of the best schools I have ever attended. I owe all of my future success to this school because It shaped me into the person I am today. My brother also went to this school and he is now a Doctor in Nebraska. If this school is anything as it was before, don't make the mistake of putting your child in a different school. This is a school with the perfect balance of challenge and encouragement, and I wish I had known what an impact it would have on my life at the time.

Park Maitland School offers strong academics and a dedicated teaching staff, but the biggest issue lies with the administration. Communication is a major problem—emails often go unanswered for weeks, and getting a response from admin feels like a rare occurrence. Additionally, favoritism is blatant; rules are not applied equally, and those with personal connections to the administration receive special treatment.Another major concern is the lack of accountability for student behavior. Bullying and even instances of violence are not properly addressed, leaving many parents frustrated and children feeling unsafe. This, along with poor management, has led to a noticeable exodus of students. The school needs leadership that prioritizes fairness, professionalism, and student well-being over social circles.