Lake Harbor Middle School

Check out the test scores! This is an excellent school and the kids love it too!
--Submitted by a parent

I believe the previous 'A list', 'Tennis Moms' comments to be unwarranted in regards to the education provided at Lake Harbor. My child's teacher took the time to call me on her first day to discuss how I felt her first day went & what she might specifically need during her fourth grade year. She has always answered any questions I have had & my daughter has absolutely blossomed this year. I know this is because of her teacher & LHMS. I also have to take into account that we moved from Tangipahoa Parish where, on several occasions, I walked down the halls & witnessed teachers openly yelling & degrading students. If that's the type of discipline you are looking for, then by all means, move to Ponchatoula, Hammond, or Amite, but our family has definitely found the best school system for us!
--Submitted by a parent

I have to disagree with the parents who state that the principals look down on you if you raise a complaint. My child is in her third year at Lake Harbor and has thrived here. Last year, the fit between she and her teacher was wrong. I spoke to the principal, had her moved to another class, and she had an awesome year. This year she was struggling in math. I talked to her teacher, the teacher went out of her way to talk to my child and encourage her, and everything seems to be back on track. No school is perfect, and every child has his/her own set of challenges. I have always found the staff at Lake Harbor to be very willing to help. My child is one who fits 'outside the box' and our experience here has been wonderful.
--Submitted by a parent

I feel Lake Harbors reputation is unwarranted. my son had a horrible year with a teacher who cared more about the paycheck then the students. You need to be on the A list to get anywhere with this school. I would not recommend this school to anyone.
--Submitted by a parent

If you want a school that treats all children like they are five, looks down on children with a little lesser means, doesn't beleive that discipline should be any harsher than 'Now Johnny that's not nice', and doesn't know what to do if your child doesn't fit into the 'perfect little mold'. Then this school is for you. Although the teachers have good creditionals, and the school has high test scores, it is not a school geared toward teaching. It is more a giant day care, catering to the tennis and soccer moms. The teachers and priciple are afraid of the parents and consider you undesirable as a parent if you object or raise questions about what the majority of parents like. My son's school experience and ability to thrive in a classroom grew in leaps and bounds once we transfered to a different school.
--Submitted by a parent

This school has the potential to be an outstanding school, however, the teachers are in need of recognizing the differences in learning styles and in being consistent in their discipline and expectations.
--Submitted by a parent

My children are twins in the fourth grade at Lake Harbor. The teachers are high quality. They expect high quality from their students. There are programs for the high achievers as well as children who are struggling. There are programs for talented art, drama, and academics. The PTA is strong, earning School of Excellence last year. Parent participation is highly encouraged. This school is also one of the top scoring schools academically in the state. We love it!
--Submitted by a parent

Lake Harbor is an exceptional school in a school district that is rated best in Louisiana. The teachers work hard to ensure the latest technology, learning methods, and resources are available to their students. The teachers and faculty are loving, generous with their own funds,words,and time.The school is dedicated to ensuring all students feel safe to learn and inspired to improve. The staff puts in many extra hours to plan educational nights, after school tutoring sessions for student of all levels to improve on standardized tests, and in- school enrichment days.My child, a fifth grader, has blossomed in his two years as a part of the LHMS family.
--Submitted by Rebecca Sandoz, a parent

This is a good school only if your child learns by their methods. They are not open to teaching different ways even if a child would benefit from it.
--Submitted by a parent

Lake Harbor is very loving and caring of all the students that attend. No student is left behind.All teachers are certerfied,hard working and provide the necessary materials by buying them out of their own pockets.
--Submitted by a parent