I have to admit that when I arrived at WBMS w/ my 1st daughter I was afraid and skeptical b/c of location and age of the school. I vowed that day that if 'one' thing went wrong I would pull my daughter out and we would home school! My mind was already made up! From the 1st day we had a GREAT experience
... Read more and my daughter had a beautiful year! And now our other daughter is going to the same middle school and loves it! I believe that as a parent of 5 daughters, I have lived all sorts of circumstances and I just think that middle school is a tough time for both parents and children. It's important to learn how to differentiate b/t a 'bad' school and a difficult 'age'. Keep this in mind when looking at this or any other school. Lift your school spirit! Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/15/08
I have to say that I am very disappointed in WBMS. We relocated from over 800 miles away due to my husbands career. My daughter will not complete her 7th grade year at WBMS. Do to our concern we are moving to a different school distract. I also feel that the 7th grade Math and English teacher's are
... Read more attacking the parents instead of working with them. I am very involved in my child's education and prior to WBMS had no problems communicating with teachers or staff members. I feel that unfortunately my daughter has had to suffer with 2 very negative teachers this year, which has had a big impact on her adjustment to middle school. My daughter is currently on the WBMS honor roll and a band member. However, she is looking forward in leaving WBMS. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/22/07
I am very unhappy with the school. I think there is not enough extracurricular activities and to much time on the children's hands. It is in a bad area of town and has needs a lot of upgrades. I think that we need to clean up that school and remove the trouble kids so our children that really are trying
... Read more can feel comfortable in school. I would check out the school before moving in the area. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/08/06
I am offended by the comment made by the reviewer who said this is the worst school. This school is a positive learning environment that comforts and encourages their students to succeed. I find it interesting that they stated we were in a 'bad' neighborhood. Just what are you implying about the neighborhood
... Read more and its residents? This school does not have a bad teacher turnover. Look at GWIN! We have a fabulous principal, excellent teachers, and offer a variety of activities for children. I don't think you will find a more supportive and loving staff. The only thing lacking would be parent support, which is needed in every school for that matter, and yes sometimes the county puts us at the bottom on the funds. We are by no means PERFECT. However, I think WBMS stands apart from all other Middle School and I would not want to work anywhere else. Read less
Posted by a teacher on 06/02/05
I have a college education and I attended WBMS. Two children that have been to WBMS and if you are involved in your children's education they will have a good experience. WBMS is a great school with good teachers/staff. Thanks to Mrs. Judy for all of the community work this school does and that reflexs
... Read more through the students. I as a parent, proud and happy to be part of this school and as a partner in education and mentor I encourage you to be part of this student/teacher/parent program as well. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/28/04
This middle school was our worse nightmare! WBMS is obviously on the bottom of the priority list for the Barrow County school board. It is in a horrible part of town and there is an unbelievable teacher turnover every year. There is a major sense of unorganization in this school. I was happy to leave
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Winder schools — Winder Barrow Middle School is located at 163 King St, Winder GA 30680. 163 King St is in the 30680 ZIP code in Winder, GA The school district for Winder Barrow Middle School is the Barrow County School District. Winder Barrow Middle School is a Public school that serves grade levels 6 - 8.
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