James B. Davidson Middle School

Posted August 24, 2009

I am just about to start my fourth year as a teacher at Davidson. I am so excited for this Wednesday when I can open up my room to welcome the kids I love to be with. As I look through the list of comments here I notice that each year the comments were more positive. That in itself is very exciting. Speaking as a staff member, I come to school each day with the thrill of seeing these middle school kids. I love what I teach (9 years in all) and I too have seen very positive changes happening at Davidson. We are forced to evolve. We must. Teachers at schools that score high on the CST because the student population has financial advantages, don't need to evolve. Teaching at Davidson is challenging work, but so well worth it! The kids rock!
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Posted September 29, 2008

Davidson has a new Principal, AP and Dean this fall. Dr. MacLean, the Principal, and Ms. Centrella, the Assistant Principal, bring tangible experience in both the theory and practicality of educating middle schoolers, and this is already evident in the school climate. Mr. Richardson, Dean of Students, was a beloved Math teacher so he brings an enthusiasm and knowledge of DMS. Based on parent, faculty and student surveys last spring, the school is focused on 3 key areas this year - behavior/discipline, homework and parent involvement. Behavior/discipline and homework policies with clear standards for students and faculty have been created and consistent implementation school-wide is being monitored by the Principal. The approach for greater parent involvement inside the classroom is being developed this first semester; parents are already heavily involved outside the classroom. The school is the most vibrant it's been in the 4 years I've been a DMS parent.
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Posted May 16, 2008

bad teachers and unmotivated students
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Posted March 30, 2008

Davidson has made amazing progress in the past few years, and now is among the top in Marin County. It has new facilities, new leadership, improved and expanded academics and activities. Award winning spelling bee champs, Mathaletes, chorus, orchestra, steel pans, band and others testify to the excellence of the students and faculty. Committed community of parents and others has coalesced to provide great support to this amazing school.
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