Joseph M Neal Elementary School

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The teachers and the principal bully the kids. There is no communication about what goes on or what the kids need. When asked about it I was told I should just know and it’s all common knowledge even. Highly don’t recommend unless you want to feel alienated and never welcomed

Posted: May 8, 2024

So this is a hard one for me, the teacher's i have interacted with (not only my son's teachers) and my son teachers have been AMAZING! But here is why they only got 3 stars. Last year there were tons of events inside and outside of school hours, the clubs were vibrant, full and winning awards and everything seemed to flow well. This year they got a new principal. Something close to 30 of the 34 teachers are leaving because of her. Teachers who have been there for multiple decades feel they have no other option but to abandon their home at this school and move to a new school. They just got their STEAM designation at the end of last year, that will likely go away since the teachers that pushed for that will be gone. Oh and they have only currently filled about half of the positions that are empty. This goes to a larger issue where the superintendent over the school is fully aware that nearly half of the total staff and the majority of the teaching staff will be leaving, and instead of trying to figure out how to get rid of the cause, the new principal, she is defending their "right to work for whoever they want". 30 teachers don't abandon their school of multiple decades because they are just looking for someone new to work for, there is a HUGE issue here that no one wants to address. If Mrs. McLaughlin is still the principal, I would suggest trying to get your child into another school.

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Posted: August 21, 2021

Public schooling system is awful. If you can afford private your lucky. This school seems great at first. Don’t be fooled. Kindergarten class size is 25-1 and the teachers are struggling to get through the day. When I pick up my child the teacher is giving off so much attitude. Things have to change.

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Posted: January 22, 2020

Hot and Cold . . . some teachers and administrators and professional, kind, sincere, and helpful. Some administrators should not be employed in the teaching profession.

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My Grand Daughter has a great Teacher Mrs Jividen

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Posted: December 12, 2016

My son has ADHD and his teacher and the school staff has encouraged him and given him a love for learning and being in school.

Posted: December 12, 2016

I don't agree with the low star rating at all. My son was embraced as a new student by this school. His teacher has proven to be a caring individual with a true heart to teach his students. The office staff has been helpful and welcoming since day one for our family. I have watched my son's self confidence grow at this school. He enjoys his school and doesn't want to go anywhere else. He is excited about learning and making new friends.

Posted: April 28, 2016

There are only a few the i think are ok teacher. The classrooms overall are kayotic

Posted: April 28, 2016

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Posted: April 28, 2016

I feel this school has poor management, some of the teachers are disorganized, and lie. The principle is horrible. not happy with their placement system for the kids based on their level. They have a horrible physical education and music program. I would not recommend sending your children here.

Posted: September 28, 2015

Each week there is a different goal that focuses on just being a good person.

Posted: August 29, 2015

Posted: August 29, 2015

Everyday my daughter was given more than 1 hour of home work. At 6 years old this should not happen. I fear it could cause her to develop a negative attitude to learning.

Posted: August 29, 2015

Posted: August 29, 2015

My daughter attended grade one at this school during 2014 to 2015 year. It was a bad experience for my child. Do not be fooled by the 7 ranking of this school. Every school day my six year old was given lots of homework and her mother ended up teaching her a lot of what she should have learned in school. The teacher seemed lazy and more interested in covering her (you know what) than teaching all her students well. Hopefully the 1 year at this school will not damage my daughter too much. This poor quality education issue was one factor in us leaving Las Vegas to live in a better school district.

Posted: January 9, 2015

My son is in full day kindergarten and his teacher is amazing! He has learned so much. The teacher is very organized and stays in touch with me so that I can continue the teachings at home. I hope to continue his education here and anticipate our other children's starting at Joseph Neal next year! Would highly recommend this school!

Posted: July 14, 2014

Love this school and all of the amazing teachers! We have two enrolled this year and one that just graduated to Jr. High.

Posted: August 15, 2013

I Absolutely LOVE this school. I moved from Iowa about 2 years ago and was very concerned that I would be able to find as good of a school as back in the Midwest. Myoldest son previously attended 2 other schools the first year here in Vegas and they were not the best. 2 school was inconsiderate and the staff was horrible. The second school was average but did not really do anything for my son. We moved in 2012 and my boys had to change schools. COULD NOT BE HAPPIER! My boys had really good teachers. Mr.Meyers was really good teacher with great communication skills and whenever me or my husband had a concern he would go above and beyond to ensure it was addressed as well as resolved. My youngest also had a great kindergarten teacher Miss. Dingle. Such a great teacher as well friendly and great with the kids. Love that I was able to decide on if I wanted single gender classes for my boys which honestly helped my oldest concentrate in school. As of right now honestly I do not have a complaint. Hope it stays the same this new school year.

Posted: May 4, 2012

Teacher satisfaction has been low since Mrs. Murray came to JNES due to rules and limitations placed on them. Overall, the school is becoming more disjointed than it was before she took over. However, the teachers are still dedicated to the students; yes, they have no freedom to make their own decisions, but they still have heart when it comes to teaching the kids. The teacers ARE great- just not her "reorganization." On a positive note, Mrs. Murray does encourage the kids to be their best, and morning ceremony is a shining example of what she is doing right. I think parents, students and teachers would take her more seriously if she was less rule oriented (so many ridiculous rules! Choose your battles!) and more genuine towards the kids. Most of the time it seems like she does not know how to truly connect to the kids; every time she speaks to a student, whether she means to or not, it comes across in a very condescending manner and seems like a lecture. What is lacking is her connection just not with her teachers, but with the kids; it is that connection that makes for a great school. Is JNES a good school? Yes. A great school? Not there yet, but I am still crossing my fingers.

Posted: May 3, 2012

Mrs. MURRY ~ FAILED! In the 7 years I have been associated with Neal Elementary. We have witnessed the total unraveling of everything positive in this school since Mrs MURRY has become the principle. Her leadership style is simple but effective. Divide and concur, passive aggressive. She has undermined every aspect of community within this school. There is no community. But there is definitely an agenda. Everything from Morning openings, PTSO, Student Council, Open House, and Holiday events have become dreaded events that no one is excited about. No one volunteers more than twice, not to mention don't do anything that draws attention to you, if it's negative, Mrs Murry will make an example out of you, and if you do something and it's positive, well, lets just say "no good deed goes unpunished" Lay your ear to the ground, and all you can hear from 95% of the teachers is bickering amongst each other, and their fear of upsetting Mrs Murry at all costs. This truly has become an institution of dysfunction.

Posted: February 23, 2012

My son has been a student at Neal for 3 years. We are very happy with the teachers he has had and the class sizes. Mrs. Murray is a great principal - she is enthusiastic and I love the morning sunrise ceremony!

Posted: August 27, 2011

My son went here last year 2010-2011 for Kindergarten and he had a great teacher, I love the uniforms, it makes it so much easier on the kids and the parent. I love how structured this school is. I believe this is a school that truly prepares kids for life after school, and teaches them how to be professional and kind to others, and having pride in our country.