We moved here last year from out of state and my son is a Junior this year. The school doesn't have any programs for integrating kids coming into the High School (past their freshman year). He found it very hard to make friends and break into social circles. However, we've been very pleased with the
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Posted by a parent on 09/09/09
So far my son is very pleased with his freshman year at JRHS. Of course we are just early into the year and he loves the block schedules. We will see how the first report card is!!!
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Posted by a parent on 09/08/09
My daughter is a Freshman at James River and is having a very good experience so far. The principal is Wonderful. She is very challenged and the teachers offer lots of extra help during lunch and after school when it is needed. The number of choices of electives is incredible.
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Posted by a parent on 01/22/09
My son is only a freshman, but so far we are very pleased. The staff actually has a positive attitude and wants the students to make the most of their time there. The principal is a gem. The school is run like a sensible business.
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Posted by a parent on 01/15/09
I attended James River from 2005-2008. I had spent my freshman year in a different state, and I was amazed at all the courses available. The science department is excellent, especially the forensic chemistry class and vertebrate anatomy. The English department prepares students extremely well. The school
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Posted by a other on 07/08/08
This academic facility is apsolutly fabulous! I greatly enjoy the children and staff there!
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Posted by a parent on 02/27/08
This school saved my child! The administration, faculty, and staff are all warm, wonderful, and very willing to go that extra mile to help kids who struggle academically. Their nurturing attitudes help kids to try harder and succeed. The guidance department not only helps kids prepare their applications
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Posted by a parent on 08/17/07
Outstanding academic curriculum. Many activities for students to be involved. Top notch staff.
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Posted by a parent on 08/01/07
The principle at this school is absolutely amazing. He often attends activities outside of the school, such as athletic competitions, band events, etc. He truly shines above and beyond. He's friendly, good natured, and not overly harsh. While he does run a hard ship- with dress code, and such. He expects
... Read more his students to succeeded and has implemented many policies to allow this. Over all the school is extremely well rounded, having highly competitive athletics, art programs, and a phenomenal music program. While there are countless amazing teachers, there are the few unreasonable 'duds'. This school nurtures and encourages students to achieve all that they can. It, unfortunately, is not the place for the under-achiever-these types of students can fall through the cracks. That does not mean if your child is struggling, they will be thrown aside- this is not the case, many times teachers are more than willing to help. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/24/07
I enjoy attending this school. In my opinion there is no racial tension. For the most part there are excellent teachers. I am taking AP World History and my teacher is amazing. I was supposed to go to Godwin in Henrico, but I moved here and I'm glad. There are more ethnic backgrounds here compared to
... Read more Godwin. It is a Blue Ribbon School and the library is one of the best in the country. We have many opportunities in extra-curricular activities, and if your interested in the armed forces the army and navy recruiters come to visit our schools during lunches. Our football team isn't one to brag about, but most of our other teams are very good. We're putting on the play It's a Wonderful Life this Friday and Saturday and its supposed to be excellent. Overall I give my school a 4 Read less
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Midlothian schools — James River High School is located at 3700 James River Rd, Midlothian VA 23113. 3700 James River Rd is in the 23113 ZIP code in Midlothian, VA The school district for James River High School is the Chesterfield County Public Schools. James River High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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