Lee Middle School

What is the suspension demographics at this school? Anyone interested in knowing? I certainly am. What is the promotion demographics? My child will be bused in from a differnet area and this type of information is of concern to me.
--Submitted by a parent

Students and staff alike are wonderful. Great job teachers and administrators!
--Submitted by a parent

There are great teachers at Lee Middle, but I question the goal and purpose of those who have an A student in their classes get an F. What is the excuse for the inability to motive - too many students in the class, race, or I get a pay check whether or not they fail. Maybe it is that we need to keep a clear line between the required failure rate and those who pass. Whatever the excuse, no person should be allowed to teach who cannot motivate an A student. For God sake, it doesn't take much.
--Submitted by a parent

i love lee middle school!! i have swiched from many different middle schools (because of parents work) and so far this one is my favorite all the teachers are so nice and really show a positive influence on the students
--Submitted by a student

The administration has been trying for many years to build a consistent, committed faculty and it seems that this goal has yet to be fully realized. The school has a relatively high teacher turn-over rate especially in the general education classes - and sometimes will have to higher former substitute teachers to fill general ed. or reading positions. If you want your child to have the best education possible at Lee, he/she will probably have to become a part of the educational minority there and be accepted into the IB Program or Gifted Program. If not, your child will be in general education classes and will most likely be negatively effected by the large class sizes, lack of individual attention, and consistent behavior distractions that are overwhelming for even the most experienced of teachers.
--Submitted by a former student

Lee services students from very different socio-economic backgrounds. It is located in the college park area. Typically a general education teacher will teach four regular classes and one advanced class. The regular general ed. classes typically average between 28-35 students and the advanced class is usually the largest gen. ed. class, sometimes averaging over 40 students.
--Submitted by a student

My daughter has just started at Lee Middle School. The teachers all seem to be on top of things. I have not had any problems contacting or setting up teacher conferences. I do not know about the principal yet!
--Submitted by a parent

The school is definitely better than last year. I was so disappointed last year with the kids and the staff. This year I have talked with my sons teachers and feel like they care tremendously about his education and well-being. The office staff also seemed friendlier and more professional.
--Submitted by a parent

Very rigorous and solid Gifted Education Program.
--Submitted by a teacher

I cannot believe the bad things written about this school. Many people don't understand the inner workings. Hall time among students is often used for just socializing instead of taking care of their personal business. Students are not being mistreated if they are not allowed to go to the bathroom. Many times teachers have reasons for this - perhaps the child asks everyday during the same period. Secondly, the principal and administrators are excellent. You have to be tough to get discipline under control. I have had two children go through Lee and a third one there now. I chose to send my children to Lee. I support the school 100%. Instead of complaining, more people should get involved if they want to make a difference.
--Submitted by a parent