This school is is making amazing strides, against the odds. Very impressive. Excellent administration.
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Posted by a parent on 09/24/09
I am a parent of Nicolas Jr. High Student for the 2nd time. I had a few issues from my first child with teachers by them not listening to me, I know my child and they would not even simply ask for homework at the start of every class. My 2nd child is flourishing here. I am really involved with my children
... Read more so that helps the teachers. You will only be sucessful with your children if you are truly involved with their studies and keeping track of their grades week by week. Why have children if you do not help them become upright outstanding citzens. It starts at home and the teachers are their to help guide them when in school. You teach them guidelines of respect and they in turn will respect their teachers. Read less
I am a second year parent at Nicolas Junior High School. I wanted to wait until my student's final year to post a review since it's often hard to judge a school on a one- year performance. My first impression of the school will be my final impression. From day one, I have been met with a friendly, consistent,
... Read more and professional staff. Dr. Barnett is a third year principal at the school and has made wonderful strides met with progress to improve the students, academics, athletics, and attitude of the school. I have never seen a harder working or more dedicated principal anywhere. Dr. Barnett has implimented many successful programs for students of all academic levels. He works just as hard to improve the success of the higher academic students as well as the lower, stuggling students. He truly, deeply cares for each and every student at the school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/25/09
Dr. Barnett is really different. I think that school is super low and can even reach expectations that the district require but I think Mrs. Quiroz and Mrs Calvo are doing great as teachers my kids love it
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Posted by a parent on 01/30/09
Great School! Teachers show a real interest in teaching our kids. Extra curricular activities are great also!
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Posted by a parent on 10/22/08
The school is pretty good! I really enjoyed being their! I have been out of the school for 3 years now. I know it has changed a lot. From the dress code to the way it looks around the campus! The new principle i dont know how he is my Mrs. H and Mr. Gordon are great people! Also one of the science teachers
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Posted by a other on 10/15/08
I agree with the last poster. It is time for parents to step in and get more involved. We can't expect the teachers to teach our children morals. It comes from home first and your child should take it to school and respect what the teachers ask of them. If your child does not respect you at home then
... Read more a teacher is not someone then can demand for your child to pay attention in class and learn what they are suppose to. Parents stop blaming the teachers and lets help the teachers that give 100% to our kids while we are at work. I think Mr. Barnett is Excellent and all the teachers I have come in contact with have been wonderful. I just don't really care for the office staff. I think they are rude and not pleasant. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/03/08
I have been in education for over 13 years and I have never worked with a more dedicated and caring staff. They are truly putting every ounce of effort that they have into their teaching. All of our textbooks are adopted by the state of California and are approved by the Fullerton School District as
... Read more being superior resources for students. We have excellent technology resources for students to get a 21st century education. Our student planner has all of the information that a student needs to be successful in school. The schoolwide teaching strategies including Step Up to Writing, Cornell Notes, Venn Diagrams and Reciprocal Teaching are research based in their effectiveness in helping students achieve at high levels. Lastly, our student is safe, fun and professional. Our new dress code has made our school a more student friendly place. Call the office and come visit. Seeing is believing. Read less
Posted by a other on 10/16/07
I do agree the school needs Ext. improvements,mainly around the lunch areas. My child takes pride in her school work and respects the teachers. We as parents need to stop complaining about the teachers and school attire and actually participate and get involved!Join the PTA where you can have a voice
... Read more that will be heard. Make sure your kids understand that their test scores and academics are partly their responsibility and that they are privileged to have such a place to go and receive the education they need. Complaints about the classrooms and the principle?The behaviour and opinions of the parents are transformed onto our children. Our children spend more time with the educators then they do with their parents, we should be thanking these teachers. Take time and listen be supportive, soon you will see that a child that really wants to learn will no matter what! Read less
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Fullerton schools — Nicolas Junior High School is located at 1100 W Olive Ave, Fullerton CA 92833. 1100 W Olive Ave is in the 92833 ZIP code in Fullerton, CA The school district for Nicolas Junior High School is the Fullerton School District. Nicolas Junior High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 7 - 8.
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