Romulus Middle School

Initially I perceived the school to be slightly above average, most of the teachers were welcoming, helpful and available for concerns. However, I later found out that there were staff members teaching whole semesters or more that were not certified teachers. When the concern was brought to administration's attention I was given the excuse that they were working on their certification and in another case the permanent teacher would be returning soon. Later, I found that the uncertified staff member was changed to a created instructional position that did not require teacher certification (Instructional Interventionist). I also warrant any parent that has students in the athletics programs to be very visible. Students are often left unattended and doors are often left unlock/propped open. When that concern was brought to the attention of the administrator his response was that he's elementary and new to the middle level and still learning.The assistant principal is more knowledgeable and seems to be more concerned about the students and their safety. I feel that it is imperative that central office make unannounced observations to assess quality and act on needs for improvement.
—Submitted by a parent

I Think Rms Is A Great School, Except The Landyards! I Kinda UnderStand The Tardy And Focus Cards For It To Be A Requirement To Wear Around Your Neck. Thats Not A Crowd Pleaser , But Overall The School And The Teachers Are Great. 5 Out Of 5

I am a parent, grandparent,and volunteer at the RMS. The Principal Ms. Adkins is doing a great Job for my grandchildren, who are on the National honor society. She help build thier self-esteem and incouragement to succeed and be the best that they can be. The programs and grants for visiting the U of M university, the gear up program, the WISE program. Women In Science and Engineering. She spends her time and money for and on the children. She's like a God Mother, Mentor, friend , and disciplinarian to all of our children at RMS. Lets keep her here at RMS.

romulus middle scool rocks the teachers are great and every staff memeber is very kind.
—Submitted by a student

this school is awesome, its like a big family and everyone is nice. it may ave drama but what middle school doesn't? Ms. Adkins is a marvelous principal and so is Mr.Parker
—Submitted by a parent

Romulus middle school it nothing but drama and fights and this teacher are trying to stop this by making student wear uniform. Are they crazy. I never hear about them going on feild trip or having fun my child alway come complaining it need to be a change maybe the rating will go up
—Submitted by a parent

Im not happy with this at all.It has alot of drama there with the students,pregnant girls corrupting the other girls.fights in halls they need to hire security guards to keep the kids in check.And as for the principals you need to listen more and change some things and let this school progress instead of letting the problems continue.Lets graduate from being a three star and challenge these students because Romulus Middle School is better then this!
—Submitted by a parent

Teachers are help. Very good sports program. Everyone cares about the students.
—Submitted by a parent

The good things about the school are the principal and the building. Parents should take control of their childrens education and behavior. If our students are taught economics k-12 they will learn to value public education and demand more of the staff for our tax payers dollars.
—Submitted by a parent

Well I have just completed my middle school years and have mixed feelings. I think it's an o.k. school, but I've always noticed that the more popular kids seem to get breaks with a lot of the adults. We had the problem with one of the the 3 lunches being VERY large ( I mean like to the point where you'd stand in line 20 minutes of your 30 minute lunch break). People would always cut in line and were sent to the back if the were caught. I do have one good thing, The 8th American History teacher Mr.McCabe is the greatest teacher I've ever had.
—Submitted by a former student

This school is on the verge of change. It may be good, but only if Mrs. Atkins can continue with the path she has taken. The support of the parents is greatly needed. It almost seems as if these kids are sent to school for the parents to have a break. You see the same faces at all school functions. If there is change to be made we need to act as a community. The staff and faculty are doing a fine job. Hopefully this will continue. My daughter will return to the school next year. They have a great deal of activities and reward the kids for ajob well done. More parent involvement would make a world of distance.
—Submitted by a parent

I believe that the administration is committed to improving this school's overall performance. However, this school is extremly over-populated and there aren't enough programs for gifted and above average students. My child is not being challenged on any level and will not be returning next year. If you want your child to be well-rounded, intellectually stimulated and in an environment where the majority of the students excel and thrive for excellence, then this is not the school for you.
—Submitted by a parent

The Middle School is a big disappointment. I feel that my child is being corrupted every day that I send her to it. It breaks my heart. I hope that the new principle can clean it up. All I can say is this is where the moral values need to start. They obviously are not being taught at home. I beleive that the teachers are doing a good job. I do feel that there is an amount of favortism. My daughter was a presidential award winner and she isnt even on the student council. I guess they arent rewarded for there academic acheivements. It makes her not want to try for any extra activities because the favorites are picked first.
—Submitted by M.B, a parent

This school is full of great teachers, especially Mr Beauchamp. It is too bad the administrators don't stand up against parents and demand more order.
—Submitted by a parent

I've had a few problems with the secretarys and the couselor and the social worker. I think the only nice person in the school is the Principal. I also think that there should be some discipline for the fights in the hallway. Obviously they dont know what their doing!
—Submitted by a former student

This school is fairly good, but in some cases the teachers can't control the students. There are numerous fights in the hallways and the race population is hardly evenly divided. -student at R.M.S
—Submitted by Brittany, a student

I think this is a wonderful school. I went here and I really miss it. The teachers help you when you need help and they really care about the kids. This school has many extra classes and sports.
—Submitted by a former student

the teachers don't do projects in groups that involves the whole class. they need to do more fun things with the kids instead of just book work.