Willow Glen Middle School has provided excelent and creative opportunities for my child to grow and learn; and the teachers seem to really care about the kids.
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Posted by a parent on 10/06/09
Definitely a school which has been in flux for a few years. The last principal had mostly worked in elementary education and was completely unprepared and unsuited for the challenges of this large school with a very diverse population. WGMS needs an educator, not a PR wonk. After her first year, experienced
... Read more administrators familiar with the community left the school, and scores subsequently plummeted. This population needs a strong, firm hand to support, guide and unite the kids into a student body that is motivated to learn. I hope the next new principal, Mr. Molina, is up to the task. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/17/09
Willow Glen has a handful of teachers that are really excellent, but too many teachers teach at an excruciatingly slow pace. If your an overachiever or or excell in academics, I warn you that the only advanced classes this school are those in math. However, willow glen is an overall good school. There
... Read more are a multitude of different, engaging electives and a good sports program. There is a small problem with swearing and bad behavior among the student body, but there are almost no violence issues. I can't understand why any student would not feel 'safe' at this school. Read less
Posted by a student on 02/27/09
This is a great school. Recent changes in district policy have made this a 'neighborhood school' that now draws on highly-ranked elementary schools Booksin and Schallenberger. Watch for rapid growth in test scores. Lots of parent involvement and committed teachers. I am very happy with this school,
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Posted by a parent on 12/06/08
This school is much better than its local reputation. Because of the advanced math program, my son was able to take 3rd year high school math in 9th grade and he is currently getting an A. The foreign language program is excellent and he is in 2nd year high school Spanish. My wife who teaches advanced
... Read more High School Spanish at a different school was very impressed by Ms Undeen's performance. My son previously attended a local private school and the students from that school that joined him in HS are far behind him. The instrumental music program under Mr Williams is outstanding and the robotics/technology program is also outstanding. The campus is well managed and the principal is very approachable. It's no wonder the API is growing. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/18/08
WGMS is making great gains. They raised their API 22 points this last year. This year they are focused and doing fantastic things for kids this year. The staff is awesome, and the new members this and last year had added to the school climate. We are excited our two boys have another year at WGMS.
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Posted by a parent on 10/18/08
As a parent and teacher at WGMS, I was surprised in reading the school deserves and F posted 5/21/2008. The school had approximately 400 sixth graders in the 07/08 year. All the 6th grade teachers I interact with are teaching to their respective 6th grade standards. You may find the CA Standards online
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Posted by a parent on 09/19/08
I think that the school is getting way better. The track coach is awsome. The PE teachers- outstanding! School has uniforms, free dress days every two months (about). The Language program is great. You can take French, or spanish. I took the intermediate class in half year spanish half year french,
... Read more and was really fun, and I learded a lot. Yes, I have to admit, there have been about a fight every month, but my friend who goes to Vally Cristian says thesame thing happenens @ her school. I take 7th grade math, when i'm in 6th grade, and that works out wel.. There are 4 other sixth graders in my class, the rest 7th graders. Overall: Teachers are great, I learn a lot. Homework - usually a good hour a night. Sports - Excell! Read less
Posted by a student on 06/11/08
I am in shock that someone who has stayed at WGMS for any period of time is giving the school an F. The staff and administration have been very open and engaging. I know any parent had expressed this to the administration, they would take this very seriously and work with the family to make the child's
... Read more experience a positive one. I have met several times with the administation regarding my son and have always felt satisfied with their prompt actions and intervention. If we work together with the school as team, rather than against them, our children will be the ones who benefit. And really, it is about the kids. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/27/08
I am an excited past and soon to be parent of a Willow Glen Middle School student. Part of my excitement comes from what I have seen of and heard about the energy and commitment to kids that the new principal and assistant principal have brought this year. I am equally excited about the two additional
... Read more new administrators that will be added next year. In my opinion, Willow Glen Middle School is headed for bigger and better things and the community and the new administration will move Willow Glen Middle to become an even better place for all kids. Read less
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San Jose schools — Willow Glen Middle School is located at 2105 Cottle Ave, San Jose CA 95125. 2105 Cottle Ave is in the Willow Glen neighborhood and 95125 ZIP code in San Jose, CA The school district for Willow Glen Middle School is the San Jose Unified School District. Willow Glen Middle School is a Public school that serves grade levels 6 - 8.
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