I was a student at JMMS during the 2005-2006 and 2006-2007 school years. I thought the school was okay. I'm a pretty average student that comes from a pretty average middle-class family. The courses that I took were alright. (Very easy homework load in grade-level courses, compared to high school classes.)
... Read more The dress code was heavily enforced, and sometimes it got a little ridiculous and pointless. The teachers were thorough but really fast paced (which I liked). I enjoyed my time there but I always remembered I wanted to switch schools because the kids that attended JMMS were brutally rude. Read less
Posted by a student on 07/20/09
I am a parent of a 7th grader at Joan MacQueen middle school. My daughter transferred from a private school to JMMS.At first I was very nervous about the transition. My daughter has always excelled in academics. JMMS has given her more opportunities than a private school did. Her teachers are great,
... Read more anytime I have had a question they are very helpful . The office staff is wonderful, and Mrs. Firth is outstanding. When I first visited the school I felt welcomed. My daughter has made some really good friends. I like the discipline and dress code. I also like the fact they hold the children accountable for their actions. Unfortunately that doesn't always happen in private schools. We are very happy at JMMS we would never go back to private school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/01/09
Joan MacQueen is a great school I learn so much there it's kind of scary. My test results raised by alot
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Posted by a student on 01/13/09
If you don't mind your child being bullied and having a miserable year, send them to JMMS. Some of their rules are ridiculious and the ones that should be inforced aren't always addressed. Extra curriculm activities are a joke, and you won't find quality education here, yes it's all the states fault,
... Read more no budget, I have to wonder. I actually have a difficult time getting communication from some of the teachers concerning home work. I have one child doing well and the other is suffering and has been. I removed my child from JMMS only to let them come back to graduate with peers. What a mistake! Unfortuneately, unless we move we do not have a lot of options. We are considering some for our other children. Not my favorite school! Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/05/09
My child has had an overall good experience at JMMS! I think that homework is too much and takes away from family time! I really like there PE program. The teachers have been great! I love the E-mail communication I find it very easy to reach his teachers. This will be his last year, and I think he will
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Posted by a parent on 08/15/08
The sixth grade teachers at JMMS are really nice like Mrs Asfazadour and Dr Lancaster.
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Posted by a student on 07/02/08
I a student at jmms in 7th grade, I am in the honors classes so we are pushed a little bit more than the other classes, but Mrs.Hohimer makes sure homework can be completed in class and really makes math/science fun. Unfortunally, the principal does not do much except sit in her office, but the assistant
... Read more principal is very inlvolved. The schol also needs to create more elective chocies, and let 6th graders have elective too. elective is a fun time to hang with friends and have fun. but deciding is hard because of the very few good elective classes, and almost all of them cannot be retaken, leaving the students to take unwanted electives, but i dont blame them, al teachers dont want to stick around for an extra period. Otherwise, the school is very fun and enjoyable.anyway, i cant wait to be an 8th grader! Read less
Posted by a student on 05/04/08
This school is the worst ever. Teachers are not on track and they have some of the most rediculious rules. Not my favorite in the Alpine district.
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Posted by a other on 02/22/08
I am a student at JMMS. This is my last year I really enjoy this school and most of its things to offer. I believe this school is above average in every subject. I'm in honors classes and they do help me reach the level of difficulty I like to be at. All teachers would jump over backwards to help any
... Read more student that needs help... in any subject. Most teachers are very personable and fun to be around. The only thing that could be a little better is all we do has to do with academics. I would enjoy if we had to do art and music. They do have electives though. Also, I believe, that 6th graders need electives, or a down time just like 7th and 8th graders have. Yet, over all, this school is a wonderful school for learning and for friends. Read less
Posted by a student on 12/17/07
It's a great school. My 6th grader loves it. The teachers are supportive and communicate well with the parents. The programs are wonderful!
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Alpine schools — Joan Macqueen Middle School is located at 2001 Tavern Rd, Alpine CA 91901. 2001 Tavern Rd is in the 91901 ZIP code in Alpine, CA The school district for Joan Macqueen Middle School is the Alpine Union Elementary School District. Joan Macqueen Middle School is a Public school that serves grade levels 6 - 8.
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