Kendall West

JSR is a treasure!! I have two kids at JSR and since we started here it’s been amazing!My daughter started in 3rd grade and my son was fortunate enough to be here from the very beginning. The staff, the faculty and administration are all wonderful, very caring and attentive. We’ve been blessed with great teachers, who have pushed and guided my kids towards excellence. Grateful to be part of the Jaguar Family.

i went to this school from first grade through 8th and i honestly hated every day of it to the point where i dreaded living to see the next day. the staff dont really care or are extremely unfair with discipline. you can tell most of the teachers dont like working and have no passion at all. the worst teacher there is the algebra teacher i took her class and she taught so horribly i failed and got summer school and she diddnt even try to encourage me, ive heard from almost everyone who takes her class has failed or either had to teach themselves dont go to this school

Our experience with this school was very disappointing, and unfortunately, I cannot recommend it.My son enrolled in April after our family moved from New Jersey to Florida due to financial and work-related reasons. From the first day, we informed the school that this transition was emotionally very difficult for him. We hoped he would find a supportive and understanding environment, but that was not our experience.My son frequently told us that some teachers spoke harshly to students, calling them “lazy” and constantly telling them that sixth grade would be “terrible,” creating fear instead of encouragement.One incident was especially upsetting. A teacher brought donuts for the class, but when it was my son’s turn, she told him he couldn’t have one because she was giving them first to students who had “priority.” She then gave donuts to every other child, leaving him out. After I spoke with her, she apologized and explained it was a misunderstanding, and her attitude toward my son noticeably improved afterward.The same teacher would also tell him, “Remember when you used to cry every time you came to school?” whenever he became distracted in class. I understand that discipline is important, but children should be corrected with respect and empathy, not by reminding them of vulnerable moments.Because of everything he experienced, my son chose not to attend the end-of-year activities, only his graduation. After the teachers learned this, they repeatedly talked in class about how amazing the celebration would be and how much fun everyone attending would have. My son felt these comments were directed at him, making him feel even more excluded.The most heartbreaking part was the emotional impact this had on him. He became so overwhelmed that he told me he wanted to die. I was only able to speak with the administration at that point because the situation had become critical. Later, I repeatedly requested a meeting with the principal, but despite being told I would be contacted, no one ever followed up.Teachers help shape children’s confidence and emotional well-being, not just their education. I sincerely hope this school reflects on the importance of empathy, respect, and supporting students during difficult transitions.