Lockhart Middle School

My child does not like attending school anymore and does not feel safe. More staff and peer supports are needed to address bullying. She is preforming well at her studies but is distracted by avoiding fights and peer intimidation. Also, I believe she could be challenged more academically.
--Submitted by a parent

I have been very impressed with the sixth grade teachers. They have shown great teaching skills, efforts, and dedication. My child has improved considerably thus far. The only disapointment has been the hour of lunch time, and the cafeteria staffs rudeness to the children. That needs work. Overall, I rate the school high.
--Submitted by a parent

This school has the best resources and teacher that I have ever seen. Great School Great look!
--Submitted by a parent

Parents rating this school as 'great' are the minority, not the majority. I & the majority of parents I know or speak with feel this school is of extremely low quality. Much of the staff is incredibly rude/lacks basic manners, the new resource officer is unprofessional/unethical & shouldn't be allowed anywhere near a school campus. There's a 50/50 chance (at most) of getting a teacher that will even bother speaking with a parent. Every parent I know is continuously working to get their child out of this school or praying that their child makes it through. Many students show little/no respect & it creates a dangerous and chaotic environment. It creates an environment that's makes learning difficult. There is a general feeling of disgust/hatred of the school by students & parents alike from all racial & income backgrounds with students being from all levels of education.
--Submitted by a parent

This is a great school with terrific teachers who really actually care about students, and a great safe area.

I love my school. I am a straight A student and are a candidate for the nationakl junior Honor Society. The teachers are amazing, especially Mrs Bashinski. Honestly, the students could use some work some times but we are like every school with its extremely occasional fights.
--Submitted by a student

My child says her teachers are all very nice; but does not seem to be highly motivated in the area of science (it would be nice if the students could have projects, or experiments to do rather than mostly just of of the book studying. Computer classes simply not challenging enough, either.
--Submitted by a parent

When you are a parent that cares about your child's education, you will monitor your child and your child's educators. My oldest child attended Lockhart and did not do well. I blame my child for not wanting to learn and I blame the teachers for giving up when I did not. Not matter how often I was at the school, most of her teachers turned their back when she decided she wanted to learn. I now have another child in Lockhart, the staff has changed because a lot of her elementary school staff are now at Lockhart and I know I won't have the issues that I had with the oldest child. Education begins at home. School/teachers are not our babysitters. We send our children to school to learn the criteria needed to become successful in life.
--Submitted by a parent

What a wonderful year Lockhart has had. The Visual Arts teacher has supported my child through a difficult time in our family. The school is working hard to raise test scores. Reading and writing are skills are strong at this school. More parent need to be involved, PTA and SAC are low on parents.
--Submitted by a parent

My son is in his second year at Lockhart and has had many excellent learning experiences and teachers. He is frequently out of school for competitions. His principal, guidance advisor, and teachers have been very supportive in my son's endeavors. The support given him has allowed him to stay on track with his school work while he is away. The staff is very visible during the school day and violence is kept to a minimal. I frequently volunteer at the school and do not see many disturbances. This is a very diverse cultural school with great learning and extracurricular experiences for the students.
--Submitted by a parent