I'm a 7th grader at WSMS and this is my first year. Coming here, I just knew i would have lots of fun things to look forward to. There are nice, friendly people that will help you with any of your problems. Already, i've made some great friends! Honestly, though there are some 'bad' words and such, but
... Read more every schools like that so it's no big deal. I love it so far!! Read less
Posted by a student on 09/03/09
Im a student and love it there! Students and teachers are liike family
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Posted by a student on 09/03/09
WS has suffered from a loss of most of their veteran teachers in the last few years. This is a much different school from when my son attended 5 years ago, when Heather Cruz was the Principal. I hope things get better, or I am considering moving my daughter from WS. Is this young new Principal up to
... Read more the job? Was the house cleaning that is obvious to the neighborhood going to bounce back in the near future? Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/05/09
This school is the best school i have ever been to and i have the best teachers anyone can ever have , the classes are fun , challenging, and very helpful. i saw the bad reviews people put and i strongly disagree, self esteem is brought on everyone , but if they cant handle it they have student advisors
... Read more to go to , the student advisor i'd recomend you go to is Ms.Troy , she is a great student advisor and is big on self- esteem and the school rules , she will help you out entirely. :] i have been to this school for about 2 years and it is AWESOME!! If you have a bad review think about it again , its probably something that happens to every school , unless you'd like to trnsfer your child to a charter school :] Read less
Posted by a student on 02/03/09
Western Sky is a great school! This is my third year here and I have enjoyed this school very much.I think WSMS has an amazing education, an incredible staff, and a great principal. This year is my last year at WSMS, and I can honestly say I will miss the teachers, the campus, and the staff. I
... Read more was reading a few bad reports and I really disagree with them. How can parents accuse the school of having a lot of theft issues when it happens in many other schools?! Western Sky does not deserve to be called a bad school! !WSMS RULES! Read less
Posted by a student on 01/22/09
This is my second year at westernsky and I just love it, this the best school I've ever gone to. Some parents say this school brings down thier kids self- esteem but it doesn't , only they themselves can do that. I mean I am havin the best time of my life here and i feel right at home. I am a track star,
... Read more am on the basketball team, and in honors which proves westernsky isn't the reason kids self esteem goes down it can be a variety of reasons. This school in fact has amazing teachers, sports teams, faculty, and students which makes it a place i would always want to spend my time at. Read less
Posted by a student on 11/30/08
It's an excellent school, should have more homework to keep our kids busy, motivated & stick to their goal.
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Posted by a parent on 11/19/08
my daughter was recently pulled out of Wigam Creek because of its lack of discipline and help, but when she moved to Western Sky she loved and got the help she needed to succeed. All in all, I and my daughter enjoy the school to no extent
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Posted by a parent on 09/25/08
WoW. I just read the most recent post from a parent about our school. I am glad that they have found a school that they feel fits the needs of their child and that she is now flourishing in our district. However, I would hope that parent realizes that not every school is good for every student. We
... Read more have gotten many students from other schools saying that they are very glad that they have finally found a school that their child feels comfortable, happy and safe coming to every day. Self esteem is innate and starts at home. Parents attitude at this age is a key to the success at whatever school you chose for your child. No school is perfect. Western Sky will continue to provide the services and educational excellence every day of every year that earned us our 'excelling' rating according to the State Department of Arizona! Read less
Posted by a teacher on 09/24/08
This is my second year attending Western Sky Middle School. I have been the new girl since 5th grade and when you enter 6th grade nothing really changes. A couple of months into school, I really started to make amazing friends. Honestly, no one is going to raise your popularity or self esteem. So don't
... Read more be surprised if people are rude or misunderstanding. People may cause drama or cause problems but thats just life. No school out there is going to be 'drama free'. I wouldn't change schools on my life. I love the teachers, the students, and the faculty. Even if their not the best out there, they are good enough for me. Some parents and students may disagree; but they just don't know what they are missing out on. I'm glad I'm going to Western Sky, and even more glad that I'm going to there next year. -Samii 7gold Read less
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Goodyear schools — Western Sky Middle School is located at 4095 N 144th Ave, Goodyear AZ 85338. 4095 N 144th Ave is in the 85338 ZIP code in Goodyear, AZ The school district for Western Sky Middle School is the Litchfield Elementary School District 79. Western Sky Middle School is a Public school that serves grade levels 6 - 8.
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