I have attened Wheeler Middle School and This school is probibly one of the most intersting i have ever attended. There is character in that school that i cant describe with words. The Teachers are very helpful and really care. The students stick together when we go through rough patchs. I remember my
... Read more friend was crying in the hallway and people we didnt even know were asking what was wrong, and they were comforting her. Wheeler has served as my 2nd home. This school has taught me to be more humble, to accept people for who they are, and how to stand up for myself (without the fighting) i am proud to say i was the President of Wheeler Middle for the year 2008-2009. For i would never trade these 2 years for anything Read less
Posted by a student on 07/03/09
This school is one of a handful of schools that made AYP this year. The teachers care, I get weekly updates from the PCNC via email and a newsletter monthly. My daughters teachers are always willing to help and have an online grade checking system so I can always tell what my daughters grades are.
... Read more It is a great school that has won awards this year and has a lot of pride Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/03/08
my son currently attends this school. I have enjoyed the communication efforts the school has done. Through newsletters,emails, and occasionally calls upon request. The Principal @ this school is very professional and although we have never met personally, she smiles and greets you when she passes by.
... Read more She is always outside on school grounds checking on the students and knows most of them by name. That in itself shows she cares. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/28/08
If this school is your only choice for your child, BE INVOLVED!!! The staff have to know that you care, or your child will fall through the cracks.
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Posted by a parent on 11/01/06
I would like to offer a more positive opinion about Wheeler Middle School. I had a daughter go to 8th grade here (2002-03) and my son is currently in 6th grade. Beginning with the principal, who is wonderful with the students, parents and her staff, I have been favorably impressed with the quality
... Read more of education my children have received. I have found that his teachers truly care about him and his academic progress. They have been available to conference with me if I've needed it. In response to some of the other parent reviews: parental involvement is low here; but not because of a lack of opportunity. Discipline problems exist, but usually come from a handful of students (usually the same ones). But, there are also great students here and the school also provides lots of positive reinforcement and rewards for good behavior. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/01/06
My two sons went to Wheeler as 6th and 7th graders. The school was quick to notify me when there was a fight, but not about their academic progress. My youngest son was in danger of failing and I received an 'oh well' attitude from the teachers. There is a lot of racism at the school also. The schools
... Read more in Hawaii are very racist and the civilian attitudes are the same. 'We don't want you here'. I hated the time spent in Hawaii, thank God we are no longer there. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/30/05
The school needs work on all the fighting. My son has gone there for two years now and he really don't feel safe there. They have groups of kids who go around the school and harassing the other kids and they really don't do much to the kids who are doing this. I'll be glad when we my kids don't have
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Posted by a parent on 09/16/04
Discipline was a weakness, the school bus system is lacking. But, my son's teachers seemed truly interested in his welfare and academic progress.
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School Profile for Maj Sheldon Wheeler Middle School
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Test Year: 2008
Maj Sheldon Wheeler Middle School
Central Oahu School District
Hawaii
* In 2007-2008 Hawaii used the Hawaii State Assessment (HSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math. The HSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Hawaii. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the test.
Student enrollment:
655
Students per teacher:
27
Full-time teachers:
24
Number of classrooms:
40
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English as Second Language
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Wahiawa schools — Maj Sheldon Wheeler Middle School is located at 2 Wheeler Aaf, Wahiawa HI 96786. 2 Wheeler Aaf is in the 96786 ZIP code in Wahiawa, HI The school district for Maj Sheldon Wheeler Middle School is the Central Oahu School District. Maj Sheldon Wheeler Middle School is a Public school that serves grade levels 6 - 8.
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