Lakewood Middle School

Lakewood Middle School is a public middle school in Lakewood, New Jersey. It is in a small city. The school has about 582 students in grades 7 and 8. There are about 68 full-time equivalent teachers who help with instruction, which gives the school a student–teacher ratio of 9:1, which is lower than the district average. The school also has three full-time counselors who help students with their academic and social-emotional needs. Lakewood Middle School's academic program is based on New Jersey state standards and focuses on core subjects like English language arts, math, science, and social studies. U.S. News & World Report says that 21% of students do well enough in math to be considered proficient, and 34% do well enough in English Language Arts to be considered proficient. This shows that there are still problems with core academic performance. There are a lot of different kinds of students at the school, with 47% being female and 53% being male. Most of them (93%) are also economically disadvantaged. Lakewood Middle School has small classes and dedicated staff, and it offers students many chances to improve their academics and get help with their studies.

Lakewood Middle School is very excited! The school recently won the Culture Kickoff Award for its commitment to giving students a voice and creating a positive school culture. Students in the Applied STEM elective are also using the latest technology to make mini traffic lights and robots. The school's robotics team also had a great UNEARTHED season, and Team 43190 won the Core Values Award.

Q1. What does Lakewood Middle School do to make learning fun?

Ans. Students are encouraged to think critically, solve problems, and take part in all subjects through hands-on projects, group lessons, and activities that require them to ask questions.

Q2. What fun programs does Lakewood Middle have?

Ans. Music, theater, visual arts, and writing programs give students chances to find their talents, learn how to express themselves, and improve their artistic skills.

Q3. How do you help students stay healthy?

Ans. Students can learn how to deal with stress, become more resilient, and stay emotionally healthy by going to counseling, doing mindfulness exercises, and attending wellness workshops.

Q4. What chances do students have to be leaders?

Ans. Student councils, mentorship programs, and group projects are all great ways for students to build their confidence, sense of responsibility, teamwork, and communication skills.

Q5. How does Lakewood Middle School get families and the community involved?

Ans. Family events, volunteer projects, and community workshops all help people get involved, strengthen relationships, and get people to take part in school life.