This is an excellent school. Administration and staff strive to make student success their number one priority. The principal is always available to meet with parents to address any concerns appropriately. I highly recommend this school!
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Posted by a parent on 07/20/09
Ron watson, im a student here and i have onlie 3 things to say against the school.Showers,We need school showers its discusting that we have to be swaety pretty much all day.We also need gym clothes,i cant go around running in skinney jeans!Another thing is that classes are so boring,and im falling asleep!
... Read more And no! its not beacuse i dont get enough sleep its becuase some of the teachers do not make it fun to learn and that makes it even harder to learn and gather the information that we need to suceed! Read less
Posted by a student on 08/20/08
Their PTO strives to do everything they can but desperately needs more parental involvement. Officer Caylor is friendly and visible allowing for regular school function to continue. Mrs. Marron the school secretary is always professional and will do anything in her control to assist students, teachers,
... Read more parents or the community. It is nice to see that there is finally grass, trees are growing though they need more, and much needed athletic fields are finally in place. This school is finally coming full circle due to limited funding. The students have been patient and for the most part a great crop of kids. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/11/07
The 7th grade teachers in particular are dedicated to ensuring that all students at Ron Watson have a diverse academic experience both inside and outside the classroom. Yes they are strict and have high standards, but this is a refreshing dose of much needed structure in most middle school student s
... Read more every day life. Yes there are troublemakers, and they are dealt with accordingly. We really like the blue behavior card policy that calls for student accountability. The students may find it tedious, however it has made a large difference in classroom behavior according to my children. They are glad that there are immediate consequences for troublemakers allowing classroom management to focus on student needs and allow the lesson to continue without distraction. The principal and vice principal are swift and judicious in dealing with discipline related issues. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/11/07
We recently learned that due to boundary changes, our child will be attending this school in the fall. The staff have been more that welcoming and very helpful to us during this period of registration and transition. There is such a difference in the attitude of the office staff compared to her current
... Read more school. We are looking very forward to attending this school in the fall. Thank you so far. From a new parent for next fall. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/06/07
My son is continually complaining about this school and some of the teachers. Not all of the teachers are bad but a good few are.
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Posted by a parent on 05/19/07
I love the school there is some trouble makers. but they keep to themselves the kids are nice the teachers are outstanding and great they really teach . the curriculum is just awesome especially honors this the best school.
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Both my chidfren are at Ron Watson each of my children are encourage to do their personal best. Teachers are highly skilled and word hard,the principal takes the time to know each student. My oldest child graduates this year and I want to say thank you for bringing the best out of my kids and confindence
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Posted by a parent on 11/22/06
I am so happy to see so many parents wanting to enroll their children in our school. I believe that Ron Watson Middle School has set the bar for academic excellence and faculty teamwork. We have a School Resource Officer that is actively involved with our students and is pleasure to work with. Our PTO
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Yuma schools — Ron Watson Middle School is located at 9851 E 28th St, Yuma AZ 85365. 9851 E 28th St is in the 85365 ZIP code in Yuma, AZ The school district for Ron Watson Middle School is the Yuma Elementary School District 1. Ron Watson Middle School is a Public school that serves grade levels 6 - 8.
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