I was new to the Verrado community in 6th grade and I was just filling in. When my academic teachers first saw me, they didn't even bother to say hello or even smile. But as I went with the flow I started to be more appreciated which made me a little curious. Now I'm in 7th grade and have all the answers
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Posted by a student on 09/30/09
have not been happy with admin at this school. They make it difficult to stay involved. Somewhat defensive attitude when parents want to visit the classroom. I have fingerprint clearance and have difficulty getting on campus. Do not care for their partiuclar discipline policy of placing lunch detention
... Read more kids on the stage in cafeteria. As with all schools, some great teachers some not so great. Looking forward to high school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/26/09
Verrado is a great school with many opprtuinities, but the staff really don't give full attention to their students, and don't get involed in school conflicts enough, and should keep their focuses more on the students and not trying to improve their image of a second rank school.
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Posted by a student on 07/26/09
I was a 7th. grader at VMS and Honestly I can say that most of the teachers are always there to help hmm but Not all of them ! Every time more than one person person needs help the teacher will have them go ask another class mate,wich in most cases lead to the whole class just having their own 'person
... Read more conversations' ! VMS is yes a Beautiful school and the lunch staff is great and always conversating with the students ! Student advisers could be a little more helpfull and communicate with us students more offten ! Next year I will not be atteneding VMS and im actually really glad just besides the fact that im leaving most of my friends ! Now im just looking forward to a new school year at L.Thomas Heck Middle school ! ! Read less
Posted by a student on 07/25/09
I have few complaints concerning this school. My major complaint is with the Connections Math Program. I have spoken to at least 30 parents and have not received a single positive response. The workbooks the kids work out of do not show examples of the homework assigned. Most parents have not done
... Read more the math they are assigned for several years and do not know the method they are using to teach. You are expected to rely on your 6th graders note taking talents to help you teach them. This eliminates a valuable resource (parental help) for students who are poor readers, writers or note takers. I love the school otherwise, but would move my child if I could find a school in the district not using this program. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/12/09
I love this school! Everything about it is awesome! I like the teachers. You not only learn about school stuff, but you learn about LIFE LESSONS which is great for everyone! Also, people are really nice at this school and you can easily fit in. The school is beautiful! You can't miss it! I assure you,
... Read more coming to this school will be the best thing that ever happened to you. Read less
Posted by a student on 04/06/09
I'm sad that the years almost over and I'm going to have to leave VMS and go to high school. I've had the best years here and my goodbyes will be hard. This has been a wonderful school, with the BEST teachers, the BEST way to learn, and the BEST friends you could ever get, I LOVE THIS SCHOOL!
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Posted by a student on 04/06/09
I am currently a 6th grade student at Verrado Middle School and to be honest, its okay. Since we are in the portables, we feel left out and its pretty boring. I just want to skip 6th grade and go to 7th already. Otherwise, this school is pretty cool and i would recommend it if you are a 7th or 8th grader.
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Posted by a student on 02/22/09
I understand where parent review 11 is coming from. We moved from California a year ago. My daughter attended Sun Canyon Elementary 4th - 5th grade. Even though Sun Canyon did not have a Gifted Program, she was accommodated and excelled higher (67 grade level). She now attends Verrado Middle School
... Read more 6th grade and is in the Honors Program and not being challenged. The Honors Program is a joke! I expected her Math teacher to review the grade level exercises and proceed to the higher level. I have also contacted the teacher and have yet to receive a response. My next step is to contact the Academic Counselor, Vice Principal, and Principal and continue until I get a valid response. The second quarter has to change. I have been looking for a better school and have had no luck. The way things are now for Arizona, cutting back on education. I don't see a change any time soon. If any one should have a lead on a good school or Scholarship Program please post it. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/16/09
My daughter and I did not like this school. The honors program is a joke. The 'connected math' program is terrible. Research this before you send you child here. My daughter loves math, and hated this program. We came from Scott Libby which was a wonderful school. My daughter only attended one
... Read more year of Verrado Middle School. It's a beautiful school, but their curriculum is not challenging enough. Some of the teachers should teach elementary school instead. Staff is good, always friendly and helpful. Read less
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Buckeye schools — Verrado Middle School is located at 20880 W Main St, Buckeye AZ 85326. 20880 W Main St is in the Verrado neighborhood and 85326 ZIP code in Buckeye, AZ The school district for Verrado Middle School is the Litchfield Elementary School District 79. Verrado Middle School is a Public school that serves grade levels 6 - 8.
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