Urban Institute of Mathematics

Extracurriculars are non-existant, children are cramped, uniforms not enforced. SHSAT results were administered, only 2 children were accepted! All kids are going to run-of-the-mill schools, Lehman, Pelham Prep, etc. The school has a constant college theme. If "scholars" weren't stressed out about college, they could of gotten in a decent school! The kids don't know each other either, many cliques, no U.I.M. unity. The kids are bad influences, teachers DON'T care, they get busy work. My son was at his friend's, she was doing math homework. She's in another Bronx school. He looked at her work and was lost. The sad thing is, her school offers no honors courses. They are in one classroom all day. She has scholarships to private schools, and offers for Specialized Schools. This is standard for her school. Maybe two in that school are going to public schools. I went to events at her school. There is a family feel. Everyone knows each other well. Students enjoy themselves, as do the teachers. I doubt tears will be shed at U.I.M. graduation. The Urban Institute of Mathematics has disappointed. They left us with empty promises. Yes, the grades are decent, but have you seen the work?
--Submitted by a parent

I took my son out of this school in November. That was by far the best decision I've ever made! He is a happy kid again, and he's grown so much academically and socially. That is good enough for me. U.I.M. is mediocre on a good day. The school thinks it is fancy because of a name. That means nothing. The children run around like animals during gym. They stay in their slacks, change into sneakers, and kick a ball around. The girls prance around in far too tight slacks. The boys have never seen a belt. Teachers don't teach. Pull your child out of this school while you have the chance. Things are only going to get worse.
--Submitted by a parent

I am a proud parent of a 7th grader. When my son got accepted, I was very hesitant to send him because of the bad publicity about safety issues that I.S 192 always received. My son really wanted to attend the school, so my husband and I decided to give it a shot! I couldn't have made a better decision! This school is fantastic! The principal, Ms.Jennifer Joynt and the assistant principal , Mr. Joseph Martin along with the rest of the faculty, do a phenomenal job! The school offers more to the scholars than any of the private schools in our neighborhood. My son is learning so much and enjoys going to school. As far as my concerns for his safety, there are none. I know that when I drop my son off in the morning, he is safe. The Urban Institute of Mathematics and Science gets an A+ in my book!
--Submitted by a parent

this school rocks! it is an excellant school to send your child to. if your child goes here you won't regret it. this school really pushes you to do good and suceed.
--Submitted by a student

As a community member and parent of a 6h grader enrolled in this school, I feel truly blessed. The school is based on 'principles and goals', this is stressed at the open houses and at the orientations. If you are a parent who does not want to follow the rules, then do not send your child here. The curriculm is excellent, staff involvement and dedication is stellar and the children are happy! Most of all the school received a Well Developed rating from the Board of Education. I am extremely proud of what is happening at UIM and think that it will be the the highest ranked school very soon.
--Submitted by a parent

hello i am a student at uim and i believe uim is a great school but there are many school regulations it is a nonstict school and i believe this school is very fun!!!! the teachers are great but every student will have a problem with 1 of the teachers but you will get used to it..... i did.... right now i will be entering the 8th grade... yup thts right i was 1 of the first students to be in UIM and those were the best years well good bye and think about this school as one of your kids choices
--Submitted by a student

I too have lost confidence in this school. I find that teachers and administrators alike are extremely inexperienced in how to control the students. Crowding the 300 students currently enrolled into small spaces adds to discipline issues. It is a shame since the school is academically well structured but seems to be inept at organization.
--Submitted by a parent

I no longer have any confidence in this school due to the immaturity of the teachers and the bad attitutude that they carry, which seems to be rubbing off on the children. The militant attitude of the principal has caused the children to rebel and the children are not happy in this school.
--Submitted by a parent

I love this school. The Teachers are fantastic and the principal and vice-principals are so evolved with everything. The school's environment is safe and disciplined. Simply Perfect.
--Submitted by a parent