James Madison Charter Academy

After spending 2 years at the on-post schools here at Fort Carson we chose James Madison and have not be disappointed! I have two girls in 5th grade who have attended since 2nd grade and my son now is in kindergarten. James Madison teachers, administration, and leadership are involved in every aspect of our children s growth while they attend. I have not been disappointed at any point during the last 4 years. James Madison strives to support our students on every level, academic, social and emotional (military deployments). If you have concerns they readily address them with discernment and care. Many times I have had conversations with the principal, administration, and teacher s addressing how valuable they school is to me and my children, how we are a team raising our children, and how we are better off having them be a part of our life. The response is always, "That is what we are here for, and this is what we do." We are such a close school family it hurts me to see someone have a differing opinion and hope that everyone who reads the ratings knowing they need to look into this school before making judgments. I know you will not be disappointed.
--Submitted by a parent

We've had many years experience with this school and agree that it just keeps getting better and better! We completely agree with previous parental reviews that the school is great, love the teachers, and feel extremely welcome at JMCA. We recommend it all the time. Our main reason for this review is to touch on the 27 September comment on the second grade teacher. Our kids love this teacher and we have never had a bullying issue. We find the review to be extremely premature in that this parent has only had two months of experience to base their review on. We also find it extremely ironic that the parent complains about bullying but then blasts the teacher with harsh cruel words and even goes so far as to call the teacher a "jerk." Who's the bully now? Has this parent ever sat in on a class during these two months, or volunteered for this teacher? We have had years of experience at this school; we, and our kids, love this teacher and love this school!
--Submitted by a parent

We love this school! This is our daughter's 3rd year attending and she has really made progress. I love the core knowledge they offer and feel it really helps to peak our daughter's interests. She is currently in the second grade and loves it! Her teacher is amazing with her and really makes it a point to get to know the children's interests. Every day she comes home and tell's me how much she loves school and especially the second grade. There are great opportunities for volunteering and being a part of your child's learning experience and being involved in your community. I have never had a problem with bullying at this school. The teacher's and staff do a great job with the kids and they have become like family to us. Thanks JMCA for all that you do!
--Submitted by a parent

The bullying is out of control here,they do NOTHING about it. It was a huge mistake sending my child here. The teachers is a a bully to. I like the academics but everything else lacks severaly. My child is in 2nd grade there are the teacher is a nightmare. He is rude,disrespectful,dishonest,bully,and all around a mean man. His mistakes are backed up by the staff and they excuse his bullying behaviors. He doesn't communicate well at all. I can NOT wait until this year is over,so my child does not have to be exposed to this jerk any further.
--Submitted by a parent

The school is small, but everything they do they do for the students. Parents are VERY involved with the teachers and the kids' education. I also love how all the teachers and staff know each and every child by their name. Parents are encouraged to volunteer and be very active in the school's PTO. The kids in turn are so comfortable with their surroundings that it is not unusual for the kids to run up to a teacher and give them a great big hug. The teaching styles are different from most of the schools around the area and I feel my kid benefits from this style and gains better knowledge of each subject. So glad my child is in this school and I highly recommend this school to anyone.
--Submitted by a parent

I was very disappointed in moving my kids to this school. I had high hopes that moving my kids would help them. I give the school three star due to the fact I do like the core learning, but they're no tolerance in bullying is a crock. One of my kids was bulled to a point I was in the school pretty much every week. When I stuck to my "guns" the kids bullying my child was finally suspended repeatedly. The other problem with this school is with the teachers. Many times I have felt that the teachers failed to separate clicks and reinforce the rules. My kids are A and A-B students. Basically my child was told she will not amount to anything in life due to the fact of a missing assignment. Im sorry I dont feel kids should be compared nor do I feel teachers should treat them like they are less then there worth.
--Submitted by a parent

The schools is very small, but this small environment makes for a wonderful teaching atmosphere for the kids. The teachers know all the kids by name, and the kids in turn all know the teachers. The kids see the teachers and staff and eagerly run up to them for hugs and quick chatter. The school focuses all their time and funds to education, and parents are involved in what goes on and have a say in what decisions are made in the school. By far the best choice we have made in our child's education.
--Submitted by a parent

This School is AMAZING. My children attend and have vastly grown as readers, authors, and leaders. We are very proud to be mountain Lions!
--Submitted by a parent

I love this school. This is my daughter's first year and she is already learning first grade things (in Kindergarden). They have a Star program for advanced children, reading classes and they realize the need for lots of excerise (and rest) in our 5 year olds. I feel that she is balanced in her school day. She loves to come home and tell me how a teacher or Dr. S made her feel special today. It is the best public, private school ever!!!
--Submitted by a parent

James Madison Charter Academy is a wonderful school. It is now 3 years old and doing very well. The Principal and teaching staff has not changed for the last 2 years. There may have been some communication problems in the past, but that does not seem to be the case now. The school is growing and now offers a state-of-the-art computer lab, new library and before/after-school program. Classes are still small. I believe because of the class size, money is tight. However, I do not think the children are suffering. I woiuld recommend this school to anyone.
--Submitted by a parent