Chestnut Log Middle School

I have had 4 children at this school, all have been bullied. The band program is awful, there are a couple of teachers that like to belittle the students and touch them when they have no business laying hands on them. There is NO school spirit for the sports programs, the cheerleading "coach" is rude and hateful to the girls who had to pay hundreds of dollars to cheer. I cannot wait to get my children out of Douglas County schools. They are all awful
—Submitted by a parent

They don't know how to work with a special kids. The principal don't like to talk with the parent. Really bad experience!!
—Submitted by a parent

Have had 4 children at CLMS. No real complaints about the teaching but the theft issue is unreal. My children have had cell phones, multiple agendas, countless notebooks and even lunches stolen. Where are the teachers when kids are stealing everything that isn't nailed down?
—Submitted by a parent

My child was a student there in the 6th grade. She attended her 7th grade year at Factory shoals which was a disaster. I chose to move back in the district of Chestnut Log because there she was not getting in trouble, the teachers called if they were concerned about assignments or lack of trying on my child part. I love that school and the teachers. Dr. keith is a wonderful principle if I didn't feel this school was not up to the challenge of preparing my child for her future I wouldn't have allowed my son to start there this year. There is no person that walks this earth to be perfect so we shouldn't as a community to expect every school to be. Instead of dogging the school get more involved or do as I did and move where you feel comfortable for you and your child.
—Submitted by a parent

Dr Keith has gotten herself caught up in the grandeur of her glorified position. She runs this school as if it a juvenile detention center and she is a warden. The children are treated in a substandard manner that needs to be changed. If the children are treated as if they are juvenile diliquents they will become juvenile delinquents. And parents are wondering why the drop out rate is so high.... Get INVOLVED no matter where your child attends school. This place needs to be gutted and start over.
—Submitted by a parent

Chestnut log middle school is one of the most disorganized schools i've ever seen. The prinicipal don't care about what the teachers are doing, much less the students. Dr. Keith the prinicipal brings her dog to school everyday and has the students walk her dog.... HELLO this is a school for people, not a darn doggy daycare. sorry had to get some of this off my chest. Hope everyone has a good day.
—Submitted by a parent

This school is fantastic and the teachers deserve more props and respect from students and staff
—Submitted by a student

I've noticed that post shown are from previous years. I wanted to offer my opinion of Chestnut Log in a more recent voice. I've had several problems with Chestnut Log. We are new to the area and my son completed the 8th grade last year and I now have a 7th grader attending. I've had to make several calls concerning grades to inappropriate teacher behavior. I just feel stressed. The school year has only just began and I'm already had it with this school. I was embarassed when told by a friend that parents usually enter their kids into 'private' school if zoned for Chestnut Log. For us, that is not an option. In my opinion this is in direct protryal of the leadership of Chestnut Log by Dr. Kieth who is more concerned with her current hairstyle than the activities at her school.
—Submitted by a parent

This school is awful, if I had a choice my child would surely not be in this school.
—Submitted by a parent

My son is entering his second year at chestnut log middle school and he likes it. Last year he had a couple of problems with bullies,but after taking them to the principal they were taken care of to my satisfaction.Every school no matter how good or bad will have a few bad apples.Over all CLMS is a good school and if i had to choose all over again to send my son there again I would.
—Submitted by a parent

I think that this school has the best staff of any around this county. If i have to have a answer about anything they work with me untill it is answered. Think you all for ypur help.
—Submitted by a parent

This school is #1. I wouldn't want my child @ any other school. We are criticized about education but win 1st place academic competitions against other schools. The Principal & staff are amazing & go the extra mile as if my child were their own. Stay after school & spend their weekends supporting our children w/o pay because they care. They spend the budget on our kids not chairs, new breakrooms & sound systems. They have so many clubs & support teams. If your child cannot succeed here then you need to look at other issues because they work hard for every child. Parents need to take more responsibility in their children's education. The school can provide all the resources & support in the world but cannot force our children to use them. It takes a village to raise a child & I'm honored Chestnut Log is part of mine.
—Submitted by Tracy Heath, a parent

My child goes to this school and he likes it there. I only had a few problems this past year and when I went to the school and talked to someone the problems where addressed. I think the principal is great, and so is the staff. My only wish for this school is that the children in 6th grade band took it more serious for the students that do care. My child is looking forward to the 7th grade and being able to get more involved in school activites. Way to go CLMS. You rock.
—Submitted by a parent

Let's look at the glass half full instead of half empty. My son has been in this school for one year, and I have not had any complaints about unruly students' behavior that might affect his learning. Kids will be kids, and this is the world we live in, but this school is alot better off than most. The lunch period calls for a boy alternate girl seating arrangment, which minimizes the activity during this period. The curriculum is average, but my son has learned alot. Kudos to Chestnut Log!
—Submitted by a parent

My daughter went to this school in the 6th grade then we pulled her out. This school does not have enough control over the students. If ur student is in PC it is a little bit better because they are around other advanced students. Just think twice about putting your child in this failing school.
—Submitted by a parent

I am very pleased with this school. The teachers really care about the students education. They are working hard to provide a good education and you can see the enthusiasm for learning. I have 2 children here and I look forward to my third child attending here next year. I am only disappointed with parent participation. If you want your child to succeed... volunteer! Get involved. Free up some teachers time so they don't 'burnout'. Even if you only have one hour a week to give, call the school to see how you can help. Education is ultimately the parents responsibility.
—Submitted by a parent

I think that this school does not have enough control over the students.