Patrick
Woodbridge, VA 22191

This school is dangerous because the teachers either don't care or they are afraid of the sudents. My kids tell me that the students take over the classroom and use profanity and the teachers just let it happen with no concern for the few students who actually want to learn. There have been multiple gang activity related incidents and the front office staff are rude and unhelpful. The bathrooms smell like kids have been vaping in them. My kids cry sometimes knowing they have to spend another day at this school. Its really sad. Lake Ridge Middle School is much better.

I go to this school and I find the actual education and students fine my only problem is the teachers and staff I often find my self getting disrespected by the teachers and staff which is very irritating when you're not disrespectful to them.

I am both a parent of students that attend Fitzgerald and an employee for 3 years now. My children have loved Fitzgerald since they first started in August of 2022. They always come home excited to explain what they learned or the activities/ projects that were taught that day. My children love their teachers and their report/ progress report always reflects this. I am grateful for these individuals.As an employee, I have never worked in an environment where the staff is not only very knowledgeable, but supportive and kind to one another. If an individual is unable to answer your question or concern, they will point you in the direction of someone who can. No question is a silly question. I appreciate this because I am just beginning my career in education. I do not plan on working at any other school. Also, there are plenty of Professional Development trainings where employees are able to continue learning more effective teaching strategies and resources to better support our students. Administration is amazing. I believe that they support staff and students in the best and fairest way that they are able. We are a big school, so timely responses aren't always possible but the issue is always taken care of. Administration takes the mental capacity of students and staff seriously. They are supportive of mental health days and whatever else staff may need to ensure that we are at our best so that we can best instruct and support the students. Administration are always honest, direct and clear with their critique and intentions for the school year. I love Fitzgerald!