Somerset Middle School

I just don't understand all the positive reviews for this school. This is our second year attending and it is, plain and simple, sub-par! Yes, the teachers may be nice but this does not help our children to excel in academics, arts, leadership, etc. this school lacks special educational resources, diversity, and leadership; the principal needs to go! We need someone that will be proactive in reaching out to parent and students, out in the community more, and to advocate for the teachers and the school so changes can be made to keep up with surrounding schools, specifically nearby Twin Cities. This is a small school in a small town that is 99% caucasian and teaches to the "middle". The resources are severely lacking for kids working ahead or behind of their peers. And who knows what the board's agenda is as they allow private organizations (Boy Scouts) in the school, DURING SCHOOL HOURS to solicit our kids when they should be learning! There isn't even a PTA! I totally regret ever moving to Somerset just for the schools alone. There is a private school in the area, but not being Catholoc that doesn't help our situation. And you all are concerned with the busing system???

My kids behavior at home has even changed since attending St. Anne's. He doesn't talk back now. I attribute it to his influences at school.