James T Alton Middle School

Posted: September 11, 2024

The athletic programs are a mess. No consistency. The basketball program had all kids on the honor roll - puts education and the kids first. This year our son was told by the football coach that they would be benched for participating in basketball - which is something that he loves (basketball is at different times). If you are thinking of coming to JTA for football - I would look at a school and program that puts the kids and their education first.

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Posted: December 8, 2023

All of my children (and step-children) attended JTA over the years from 2004 through 2021. They all had an amazing experience. My youngest was in 6th grade when the pandemic hit and kids were sent home. This affected all schools.
My now 18 yr son loved JTA, as well as my now 16 yr old. I never had any issues with my daughters, a few with my son. However, these issues were dealt with fairly.
The did have a long serving principal who retired when my son was in 8th grade(?). She was firm but fair, and challenged the teachers, along with students. They have gone through several principals since. There was a principal that really wasn't fit for the job; most were unhappy about some issues. HOWEVER, this did NOT affect the teacher/student relationships nor instruction. This principal has since stepped down.

The husband-wife team of counselors, the Roberts, are literally the BEST.. Mr. Roberts always found time to listen to my concerns, and he, (or Ms. Roberts) would address it with either the teachers/staff/ leadership. Once addressed, he would always keep me informed of the resolution.

Every school is going to have an issue here and there. I take it back, I did have a situation that inadvertently involved my daughter (I was seeking resolution as it was not her fault due to anther students' behavior and actions towards her. I felt the the principal along with the Security Officer, handled the entire situation inappropriately. I had no choice in the recourse. If leadership is failing to handle a situation properly, you always have the right to contact the Superintendent's at the Hardin County Central office.

Overall, this was a great school for the kids. The teachers really do care for your students, and help as much as they can. Now my kids have gone off to North Hardin High School; one is now in college.
I am firm believer in you get what you put in. Teachers like Mr. Witham, the band teacher, truly cares about the kids, and hes been there so long, he taught all of my children.
I'd like to see them get a principal like they had with Jama Bennett, who will be there for the long haul and really cares about the students, and their academics, along w veteran teachers and not a bunch of new teachers.
It is a good school, in a small rural town, but only a few miles away from the High School. To us it has always been pretty diverse, and will continue to be so as more and more military move into the school zone

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Posted: February 27, 2023

Posted: February 27, 2023

Everything is below the belt here. Disgusted. The school authorities lack basic ethics. I wonder what they would teach to their students. It furthermore messes up with the kids mind. Spreads negativity. Bullying is common. Basic rights are ignored. Embarrassing

Posted: February 27, 2023

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Posted: May 24, 2017

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Posted: May 24, 2017

JTA is wonderful! As an army family we move a lot so we can compare. JTA is the place where good teachers are not the exception but the rule. Everybody in this school starting with the people in the front desk are kind and helpful. The teachers are great and caring and they see your kid as an individual with individual needs and assets. Our girl was there for two years, and how we miss it now that we had to move. Best school from the 5 States we have been so far.

Posted: May 24, 2017

Posted: September 21, 2016

My son attended here his whole junior school years. The school is keen on student and school security. That's important! Never had any problems with the faculty. The staff is helpful and friendly. I highly recommend this school.

Posted: July 23, 2012

It is big.and very decent.the school has high education and is very fun. If your choices of middle school has jta in it, scratch them out except jta.jta is the best school evvvvvvvvveeeeeerrrrrrrrr!!