I am the parent of a 7th grader and will have another child attending this school next year. As is true with every school. there are things about Edgewood Middle that could be improved. However, my experiences with teachers, counselors, etc. have been positive experiences. My son has learned a tremendous
... Read more amount academically and has had many opportuntities with Band and other activities that I am not certain would have been available to him at other supposedly 'better' schools. The new administration is dedicated to improving the reputation of Edgewood and getting students the recognition they deserve for their hard work. I am proud of my child and our school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/25/09
I have 2 children--one just graduated this year and has been on the honor roll for every quarter since she was in EMS. My son has ADHD and EMS is great with children in the IEP. Both of my children where in the Baltimore County School system and the school that they were in had a great reputation,
... Read more but did not care about children with so called special needs. EMS has been wonderful with my son. My daughter does not even miss her old school. She can not wait to start high school. The teachers are wonderful and so is the office staff. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/19/08
This school has a bad reputation, but it is undeserved. EMS is a very diverse middle school with some wonderful teachers.
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Posted by a parent on 04/18/08
I have two children who attend EMS. They LOVE it there; it is such a shame that people get caught-up in the negative publicity that surrounds EMS. The teachers want your children to succeed. I have never had trouble getting in contact with a teacher. As a matter of fact, I have had teachers email
... Read more me to tell me what a pleasure it is to have my children in their classes. I was very pleased that a teacher would take the time to do that. My oldest daughter was invited to apply for the Math and Science program at Aberdeen HS; she feels very stongly about attending EHS instead. My children look forward to going to school (most of the time). Parents, don't upset your childern unnecessarily by bad-mouthing EMS; let them make up thier own minds. As long as you stay involved, they will get a good education. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/04/07
My son attented Edgewood middle school and we had no problems at all. Sure, there are some problems but all schools have their share of problems. Edgewood has a bad rep and it's a real shame.
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Posted by a parent on 08/16/07
I am so very disappointed with this school. My oldest daughter is in 6th grade and I have four other children who will be attending this school. I am terrified, and greatly considering private school. The counter staff in the office are rude at best, principles do not return phone calls, counselors leave
... Read more much to be desired. I am fed up. This school needs a serious house cleaning. It seems to me they should start from the top down.When will harford county school board realize there are big problems here? Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/23/07
This is a great school. My child gets strait A's and all of the children are cared about. Yes occasionally there are fights but aren't all middle and high schools like that? I am tired of hearing that edgewood is such a bad school when all the others are just like it. Stop degrading all of these capable
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Posted by a parent on 05/08/07
I have two sons that attend EMS. I am very pleased with the school overall. The teachers do a very good job with helping the kids stay focus. The teachers try to do anything that they can to help my children receive the best education. Thank you everyone at the school, great job!
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Posted by a parent on 12/21/05
One of my children attended this school several years ago and my youngest currently attends. I have had nothing but good experiences here, as have my children. EMS has an extremely diverse population, which can lead to problems. Sure, there are parents who send their children to EMS who don't care
... Read more about their children. This fact does not make it a bad school. This school has a good community feel, so if you feel that it is important to allow your children to experience an education in an environment that simulates real-life experiences, this is the place. My youngest child was in a private school previously and has not received the kind of education he is now getting at EMS. The teachers go out of their way to help students, but they can only do so much. EMS needs parental involvement, as does any school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/10/05
I think this school is very violent. One girl was stabbed with scissors. The teachers always have their head up in the clouds. Please go to the school to see for yourself. Or just read the local paper!
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Edgewood schools — Edgewood Middle School is located at 2311 Willoughby Beach Rd, Edgewood MD 21040. 2311 Willoughby Beach Rd is in the 21040 ZIP code in Edgewood, MD The school district for Edgewood Middle School is the Harford County Public School District. Edgewood Middle School is a Public school that serves grade levels 6 - 8.
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