Jones Middle

I volunteer on a regular basis. Therefore, I see the good, bad and the ugly. The good: I appreciate the field experiences the students at Jones PK/K receives. The teachers are enthusiastic about teaching and go beyond the call of duty. The bad: Unfortunately, many students are not taught the values of respect. I witnessed teachers redirecting students on a consistence bases. Redirecting non-compliance students takes away instructional time from my child. The ugly: Students often sit in the nurses office for hours waiting on their parents to bring a chance of clothes (just put extra clothes in your child backpack). The bus often bring students back to school because the parent is not at the bus stop. I know life happens. It would not hurt to call the school and notify someone that you are aware and have made arrangements to pick-up your child from school. So often we (parents) make excuses instead of making a change to help our child(ren) be successful in school. Many thank-yous to the teachers at A. W. Jones EC/Pk/K for helping my child be the best she can be.

Teachers are great, admin is beginning to make more presence. Great growing PTO. Very diverse. School seems to concentrate on character versus academics, not sure which is best. Could use better communication between teachers and parents, but I think they are working to improve that. Dual language program is fantastic. And contrary to previous comments, everyone there does speak English, but most are bilingual and able to assist those who do not speak fluent English. I love that parent events and material are in English and Spanish so information can reach everyone, fair and realistic. I drive my children 15mins each way to attend!

It Seems our school is driven by enrollment and money, not education or building faith. Our school has been going downhill for a few years now. Our Pastor left as well, and we miss his positive spirit around our community. At this point I recommend other Catholic Schools in the area.