Thornton Junior High School

Hi, I'm also an eighth grade student who agrees with the previous strdent about EVERYTHING. One of the one and only flaws that the school has is the dress code. Sometimes, it seems as if you get in trouble for getting "close" to breaking the rule, but not breaking it yet. So, what is really the standard? However, the music program is great. Never seen a better music teacher by far besides the Thornton music teacher. The PE program is also really tough, but it's challengining, competitive, and absolutely FUN. The honors teachers won't be too difficult for you if you finish all your work in time and with effort. Agreeing with the previous student, the science teacher was extremely difficult. Bit if you try your best, it is not a problem to pass her class. Overall, this school is REALLY cool and great!

O.K. I'm the eighth student poster, except the "I am a" bar won't let me say that. The school's decent. I have fourth period P.E. A lot of people say my teacher is harsh with the grading, but it seems generally fair to me. But, I'm a girl. We're graded a bit softer. I have to do Read on the floor in the gym, but that's fine too. My honors English and Math plus my History teacher don't get too involved with our work, but if you do all your homework, you'll do fine in their classes. My honors science teacher's very energetic and DOES really get involved with your assignments, but WATCH OUT! She has very high standards and you have to really think in her class. Get your agendas, notebooks and folders out! My electives this year ended up as chorus and art. The art teacher seems strict, but don't talk or fool around, use light, sketchy lines and you'll be fine. The band teacher has a lot of musical experience and is normally cheerful. Chorus singers are a meek though. Yes, a downside of the school is all the trash and food. The upside is you can watch the pigeons. There are a lot of seagulls which accidentally hit a student every now and then with fecal matter. Not too common.

Great school with great music program!
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Great school, tones of great learning opportunities for your child to succeed! There are plenty of good elective choices to choose from! Great teachers and staff!

Great school....great learning opportunities for your child to succeed.
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Because teachers care about students to be well educated and have games/fun activities during lunch
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Thorton Jr High provides very good academic, sports and extra curricular activities
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What makes Thornton a great school, are the people directly involved. Teachers,office administration, PTA,who give their time making the enviroment, fun, safe while learning.
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One reason I think Thornton Junior High is a great school is because they have an incredible Band program; the instructor Mr Gershenson is so passionate about his work and the students. Music is such a very important part of brain development and learning! Mr Gershenson is so fun to watch in action at the performances. He uses his entire body to conduct and you can just see the professionalism and passion!! Also, some of the honors teachers are fun and awesome. The History teacher Mr Wells teaches history in an interesting manner. At times, he uses movies or T.V. episodes like Seinfeld and Lion King in order to get some of his points across about how our past affects the present and the future. Mrs Carter in science is fun and funny. What more can we ask for in a great school. Thank you, Sandy Juri
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its a great school, because of its wonderful teachers. Always there to help your kids succeed.
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