Appling Middle School

The school is GREAT! The Principal is GREAT! The staff and teachers are GREAT! My child is even GREATER because of Appling Middle.
--Submitted by a parent

I believe AMS is a very safe, well-organized foundation for a learning experience. The teachers actually teach and make sure every child understands the material. Every student is given work that is at their level. My first year here was the first year I ever felt challenged. It was the first time that I was given work at my level. Mr. Foster is a very good principal who doesn't let students get away with things. The dress code is enforced overly well. I feel safe in this school. The campus is kept very clean. There are lots of extra curricular activities. The art teachers especially involve students in projects and clubs. The arts are not minor at this school. Mr. Foster is at every dance. Students are not allowed to basketball games without permission slips. Teachers always make sure that every student gets home SAFELY after events. Appling is great!
--Submitted by a student

This school has incredible teachers that make it an extremely well rounded school! The principal, I believe does not carry out the rules as well as he should. There have been several scenarios where the 'good' kids have gotten in trouble while the 'bad' kids get away with everything. If he is the principal he should know the good from the bad and know how to handle a certain situation. I believe that some of the ISS rules are a little bit too harsh, you can get sent there just by talking at lunch when you're on 'silent'. Overall, this school is excellent and safe, but there are flaws that should be fixed immeadietly.
--Submitted by a student

My entire family loves Appling Middle School. Mr. Foster and the rest of the faculty is just the best of the best! We've never had a negative thing to say about this top notch school.
--Submitted by a parent

I love this school. My oldest child is in 2nd year here and I have 4 more following him. Mr. Foster is fantastic. He is tough but he really loves these kids. He expects great things out of them and usually they don't disappoint. He knows them and can call most of them by name. The teachers are fantastic and they really motivate the students to excel.
--Submitted by a parent

I was a student at that school. The teachers were extremely nice. They tried to help us any way the could. I really miss this beautiful school. I hope the school grows and prospers.
--Submitted by a student

this school is amazing!!! there are nice people, good teachers, and a wide variety of extra activities.
--Submitted by a student

I have been extremely pleased with our experience at Appling. Coming from another Bartlett middle school and having an extremely bad experience for more than two years -- Appling is top notch! The discipline is strict but fair -- every child has the same consequences which is a big switch from the previous school! I appreciate the faculty and staff and have no complaints other than communications could be a little better. However, if/when I've emailed a teacher, I've received a prompt response. You just have to ask. I highly recommend Appling Middle!
--Submitted by a parent

My child now attends Appling as a 7th grader. We moved to specifically be in Appling's district. I love Mr. Foster he knows every child by name and he runs a great school. All the teachers and staff really take interest in your child no matter the background. My child loves Appling and it is a very safe school and very nice school and all of the staff there cares alot. Appling seems to be known more for their academics than their athletics.
--Submitted by a parent

I love just about everything about this school. This is my childs 2nd year to attend Appling and it is absolutely wonderful to be able to send her to school knowing she will be safe and get a great education plus have extra curricular activities that strengthen her physically and mentally. Mr. Foster runs a very tight ship and all the students have much respect for him. One thing I do not like is the excessive amount of homework given every day. I believe they should have to study for tests and such but feel the amount homework is way out of line. I am not a teacher and should not be expected to sit and teach my child at night and argue about 2 hours of homework. If this would change, you could not ask for a better school.
--Submitted by a parent