Don Estridge High Tech Middle School

"The Don" is an awesome school. I highly recommend it! From the beginning, I was impressed with so many things. There was a helpful new parent orientation which was very organized and informative. The school is very safe (no/min bullies), no dudes with attitudes, no drugs, and it is impeccably clean. The teachers are very knowledgeable, helpful, caring, organized, positive people who use unique and creative ways to teach. They remind students of H W and upcoming tests. They go the extra mile to offer help! The admin, office staff and guidance staff is very helpful too. Any emails or problems were handed quickly and responded to. The courses included today's technology as promised. The only negative thing was the adaptation socially. Keep in mind only a certain amount ie,( 3-5) students from a lot of different schools in the county get picked for the lottery. Your child will not know many people going into the school. This could be a big adjustment if your child was socially active in elementary school.
—Submitted by a parent

The schools teachers are ok. There is alot of different races. I did'nt like it because they treated me UNFAIRLY, i cant stress that anymore. I wouldn't want to see your kid have the same problem.

An excellent school in all aspects from curriculum to staff. The students are all challenged academically. The behavior of students is to be commended.
—Submitted by a parent

DEHTMS offers the best in learning within the public school system. Principal Karen Whetsell is one of the best administrators within the district. Her concern for the overall development of each child is amazing. She excels her communicating the concerns of the teachers to the parents and visa-versa. My child has achieved amazing success both academically and socially under the guidance of this strong, organizes, and caring institution. DEHTMS should be the nation's model for operating and conducting complete educational services to middle schoolers. The overall staff demonstrate their happy disposition by assisting everyone with every concern or need. The support staff is by-far the best I have ever seen. There are no problems that arise which are not addressed. The academic programs are the best available. My child explored world cultures, had mathematical challenges, scientific adventures, environmental experiences, musical and art experiences only seen from private instructors. Amazing School!
—Submitted by a parent

I love it because my Daughter's love it. The teachers are innovative and keep the kids inspired to learn. The motivation at this school is awesome and the administration is great and they are very involved and visible.
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When this school opened several years ago its 'tech' story had buzz. We're finding that it's tech focus is largely defined by technology in the classroom and not truly accelerated science and tech. Its basically a good public school in a nice neighborhood. But I get the sense that some of the specialization in public schools contains a healthy dose of marketing.
—Submitted by a parent

I love this school! The kids and teachers are all awesome. We get to learn so much, this is a great school. It is a great privlage to go there.
—Submitted by a student

There are a lot of great teachers. The technology is awesome. The people and staff make learning fun
—Submitted by a student

The school is very amazing!!!! We all should be so fortunate to be selected into this magnet lottery school!!!! It's amazing!!!
—Submitted by a parent

Don Estridge is an awesome school! All the teachers are nice and they teach very well. I am in sixth grade currently and I think it is very awesome here. My favorite part of this school is the high tech class and band. In band we have concerts and play a bunch of music, in technology we do things like PowerPoint, word, excel, and more.
—Submitted by a student

My son just finished sixth; DEHTMS is a great school. The teachers are awesome, the students are smart, the school looks great ... it even has a great athletic and arts program. My kid did great on his FCAT's -- he's always done well but after a year there his scores were awesome. It's summer and he's actually looking forward for school to start again.
—Submitted by a parent

My son just completed his first year of middle school and he absolutely loved it. The school is beautiful and the teachers and the staff are amazing. My daughter will attend there next year. We couldn't be happier with our experience so far. Go Dragons! :)
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Both my kids are graduating from this school in May. They don't want to leave. :o) My kids and I have had a very positive experience here. The teachers are very good and caring. I feel it's the teachers that make the school, and this school is awesome in that area. I've dealt with ESE teachers and regular teachers there, so me have lot's of experience with them. Hope this helps anyone thats deciding about this school. Much luck to you all!!!
—Submitted by a parent

I am currently in 7th grade at Don Estridge and I had attended in 6th. I love this school. The teachers are awesome. The students are clean cut and kind. The curriculum is regulated in different levels of challange. If you ha ve the chance to enter D.E.H.T.M.S DEFINATELY do so !
—Submitted by a student

Nice kids, amazing curriculum, clean well maintained school! We're happy to be a part of such a great school!
—Submitted by a parent

I go to DEHTMS now, and it is the best middle school, just listening to what my friends say. Anyone who is thinking about appliying definately should.
—Submitted by a student

I attended DEHTMS for the first 3 years that it was open(6th, 7th, and 8th grade). It was the best school i have every attended. All of my teachers cared and that is hard to find in some schools. My 8th grade teachers prepared me for 9th grade, which I am in now. You would learn but have fun while doing it. All of the sport teams keep up with their grades. It is an amazing school.
—Submitted by a student

this school has great teachers dedicated to teach students needed terms, great coaches with maintained fields, and a homey and safe learning enviroment for the students, if you ever get the chance you should join this school asap!!!!!
—Submitted by a student

I just love this school for my 7th grader! She has attended since 6th. The teachers are involved in the students' life and really care! This school is not a boundary school either. The students are selected from a lottery. So imagine how hard both the teachers and the students have to excel to make this a great school! Of course, the community location is a handy attribute. Fine arts at this school are great - my daughter loves band!
—Submitted by a parent

Don Estridge is a great school. We had one problem with the busing system but it was taken care of by the principal within one day. The teachers are very interactive with the parents. They also have a grading system that is available online. The parents have accress to thier students work, homework and grades for the week online. The parent can also email with the teacher and on the same day recevie a response. Its a great school!
—Submitted by a parent