Peoples Academy Middle School

I graduated from BJAMS 9 years ago and am now a registered nurse in a large metropolitan area. Looking back I can say that I received a superior education and such a well rounded formation to prepare me for the trials as well as and adventures ahead. The teachers and staff care so much about the students and create a supportive environment that allowed me to grow and pursue what interested me. For example, we put on a surprisingly moving, teacher-directed production of Romeo and Juliet when I was in 8th grade, and that inspired me to pursue theatre in high school. The intimate class size was very beneficial and allowed the teachers to individualize my education. There were so many opportunities to explore my interests and diversify my education. It also began the formation of a strong moral backbone that kept me from a lot of the funny business in high school and college. I went back to visit recently and was so impressed! They have remained so steadfast and true to their mission, and are taking huge steps to better the school, such as putting in a brand new Mac lab! I loved my experience and would recommend the school to any family looking for a quality education for their child!

Very community oriented school. The teachers and administrators are caring and committed. They demonstrate a love for what they do and for the kids. Many have had their own children go through the school. My daughter has been challenged and been able to learn consistently through the year. The community dinners, school concerts and other activities are well done. The kids do worthwhile activities in P.E., art, and music, and the library is one of the nicest school libraries I have seen - right in the heart of the school so kids pass through it regularly. The school lunch program is wholesome and care is paid to nutritious food and composting the waste. I feel very good about my kids going here.

We are new to Hyde Park the last few years and we have been so expressed. Lots of opportunities for family involvement. Teachers are easy to get in touch with and my daughter is challenged daily.