This is the first year that my children are attending this school. My son in the 7th and daughter the 6th and I must say that thus far I am really happy. I was a little shaky at first because I came here to read the reviews and was a little disappointed. We just moved to the area and I wanted to see
... Read more what other parents thought about thsi school. Well since they began, I have been in contact with the teachers and asked my kids how they like it. The teachers are very helpful and popping up at one of the classes I saw that the teacher was interacting with the students and they were actually learning so I am glad that I decided to send them to the school. I also agree with the last post, it starts from home and we as parents must do our part. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/02/08
I have 2 children both of which have attended this school. I have never had any problems with the teaching or the students. My opinion is that it is up to you as a parent to direct your children in the right paths. Yes we send them to school to be taught, but remember who they look up to, it is you the
... Read more parent. My point is that we can't always push the blame back to the schools for what our kids do wrong. We have to take ownership of our children s actions Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/25/08
My daughter was one of the lucky ones. But with no thanks to Magnolia Middle. The students that want to learn have to endure 20-25 min. of class time to children who will not settle for class to start and teachers that can not control them. She was fortunate to have a few dedicated teachers. I honestly
... Read more feel sorry that their talents are wasted at that school. I was determine that my youngest would not attend. My now high school daughter still talks about the lack of respect and disappointment she experience. We enlisted help from the principal, we were passed to the vice principal, we were and she was not heard but instead talked 'to'by the school counselor. Extreme waste of our efforts and my daughter's needs. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/07/08
Out of all my years attending this school, I would not recommend it. The many behavioral reports are disgusting. Fighting, foul language, bullying, rumors, etc. Any of this would make someone uncomfortable for attending a school. It seems to be getting worse by the years. The test scores are one of the
... Read more lowest in the state and it can be very hard at times to actually have a well learning experience. Some teachers have no idea what they're doing and busy themselves with other things so you cannot even learn. I do admit that there are teachers and staff that try their hardest to provide a good educational environment. The only problem is, responsibilty isn't being taken into action. The only concern of the school seems to be pride and school spirit. Yet, at the moment there is nothing to be proud of. If people care, it can be done. Read less
Posted by a student on 12/02/07
I was in school for American Education Week. The teachers were doing a great job. I can't believe how hard it must be to teach middle school students. I was impressed by the security measures of the school.
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Posted by a parent on 12/05/06
I am an involved parent. My views are listened to all the time. I will speak my mind and let the principal know when something is not right. My daughter has great teachers and I am happy with the school.
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Posted by a parent on 11/05/06
I went to Back to School Night and I must say I was impressed. The turnout was more than I expected. The principal outlined major initiatives for the year and the teachers were exceptional. Overall, my child is having a great beginning to the year.
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Posted by a parent on 09/12/06
I volunteer at the school often and I know that Magnolia Middle School has some of the smallest class sizes around. If someone wants do well, it can happen if the student wants it bad enough.
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Posted by a staff on 08/28/06
It is very easy for a child to get lost in a class and writen off as 'dumb' and fail from being in croweded classrooms with ill equiped, overworked teachers who can't convey the lessons effectively for the students to learn.
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Posted by a parent on 08/22/06
I know the author of an earlier letter. Some times people are not happy when they cannot get their way. There are a lot of great teachers and administrators at Magnolia Middle School. It seems that if people aren't happy they criticize. I was skeptical of the school, but have had a good experience.
... Read more Everything is not perfect, and I dare any one to try to make everyone happy in today's society. Read less
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Joppa schools — Magnolia Middle School is located at 299 Fort Hoyle Rd, Joppa MD 21085. 299 Fort Hoyle Rd is in the 21085 ZIP code in Joppa, MD The school district for Magnolia Middle School is the Harford County Public School District. Magnolia Middle School is a Public school that serves grade levels 6 - 8.
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