John Hopkins Middle School

I have gone to John Hopkins (piano program- fine arts) for all three years and now I am at St. Pete. High school. To me, my years at Jhop were probably the best years I have had so far. The school is wonderful, if you just ignore the rough part, and the fine arts program is absolutely amazing. I have so many memories and good things to say about the teachers at John Hopkins. My 8th grade class didn't even want to go to a different school when the year was over with.

A lot of the problems in school are due to low discipline in the homes of the students.

What has happened to the Drama magnet program? It was on the rebound of greatness with the productions of "Willy Wonka" and "Grease". The teacher changes have not helped to produce more opportunities in learning for the students. I would hope that the program is evaluated and a stimulating direction for students is put into place. Trojan Pride has not come back for my children.
--Submitted by a parent

love John Hopkins. A lot of bad things have been said about it recently but actually, the school is on an upswing. Sure hope the principal gets to stay as a lot of good thing have been happening this year, unfortunately the school keeps getting bad press. Where was the press the last 3 years. Trojan Pride is coming back.
--Submitted by a parent

I love John Hopkins. A lot of bad things have been said about it recently but actually, the school is on an upswing. Sure hope the principal gets to stay as a lot of good thing have been happening this year, unfortunately the school keeps getting bad press. Where was the press the last 3 years. Trojan Pride is coming back.
--Submitted by a parent

I have gone to Jhop for three years now, and I have learned what a fantastic school it is. Sure, the school is a little ruff around the edges, but the good things outweigh the bad. The fine arts program is a great part of the school. It allows students a chance to learn skills such as dance, drama, and art. The team of teachers and students have come together to bring our school's grade up to a 'B' (actually 1 point away from an 'A'). I am really proud to be a part of the Jhop family.
--Submitted by a student

Overall John Hopkins is a great school. It does have some rough spots, but there are so many great things about it that outweigh the bad. The fine arts program gives students the chance to learn many creative skills such as drama, dance, and art. There is a great team of teachers and a great group of students that have come together for our school to have a 'B' grade (one point away from an 'A').
--Submitted by a student

I am pleased with the new principal for the school year 2009. The teachers at John Hopkins care about the students. I feel my daughter is recieving a wonderful experience.
--Submitted by a parent

the program for the arts is phenominal, with exelent teacher quality. The principals have been unstable however, and much of the school general population is undesirable. The Fine Arts strand offers top quality education in all fine arts, including dance, drama and vocal. Mr. Butts is bombdidggitylicios.
--Submitted by a student

Magnet Program is great! They keep the children in their own areas away from the regular students. Teachers are very helpful. Too bad the new principal is already leaving!! He has made a difference.
--Submitted by a parent