Jefferson Middle School

Great school!:) Good teachers, but the principle isn't really around a lot, wish i could have seen her more! Overall i had a great middle school experience!
--Submitted by a student

A very high quality school witha good atmosphere. The teachers are ok but they get the job done. Good school.
--Submitted by a student

My son just completed 6th grade at this school. He went to a tiny American School overseas up through 5th grade. Our media driven fear about US schools was unfounded. Our experience has been excellent. TJMS has many young teachers and they help to create a vibrant atmosphere. There are also many male teachers which provides balance and positive role models for the boys. The facility is lovely, built in 2004 or so. The academic standard is relatively high. No bullying. The school does not have much cultural diversity but that is a reflection of the neighborhood. My son thinks the best thing about the school is that 'the teachers are all really nice.' A+ to Mr. Greco, Mr. Neil, Ms. Jorgenson, Ms. KL (p.e.), Mr. Mashoud and Mr. Mongraine.
--Submitted by a parent

Great school very positive experiences! M Shanaberger
--Submitted by a parent

Thomas Jefferson Middle School has an excellent music program. My daughter transferred to this school last spring and we have attended several choral concerts. I am pleased to see music and the arts taking a place of importance in curriculum. At her old school (in a larger metro area), she had an hour or more of homework every night - it was excessive. She has had very little homework here. I haven't decided yet if that is good or bad. For her first week of school she was assigned to a buddy, a nice way to ease the new-school transition. We have been very impressed with the principal and the teachers, although I wish some of the teachers would be more responsive to email messages.
--Submitted by Lorinda Koller, a parent

My daughter has just completed 3 years at TJMS. The teachers are excellent. They care about the students and encourage them to do their best academically and behaviorally. The administration connects well with students and staff. Students are challenged! My daughers math teacher moved her ahead of the class when she needed more challenges! The band teacher is great too! She teaches the kids music, history and the values in life! We've had a wonderful experience with TJMS. Great job staff!
--Submitted by a parent

Fabulous school! Academics are challenging, and the choices of music, art & sports goes on & on! Some sports are 'no cut' & they field as many teams as they can fill. The choirs, bands, orchestra & drama are top notch & keep the high school supplied with talent. The facility is gorgeous. It's a bit large, but they handle it well, subdividing the grades, and each grade in to houses. PTSA is active and supportive.
--Submitted by a parent