Turner Middle School

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This is a AWFUL school ran by terrible people. The administration team needs to be overhauled. They are the biggest bullies at that school!

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Posted: April 3, 2025

Posted: April 3, 2025

My kids have had very bad experiences with Turner.Both of them experienced bad teachers who targeted one of my kids and I had to take him out of the school. There are some very nice teachers who my children loved. Overall I would give this school 2 stars and I would to not recommend to new families in Berthoud.

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Posted: May 14, 2023

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The majority of teachers only stay 1 year are a brand new, just graduated from CSU and can’t handle a classroom.

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Posted: November 16, 2022

Posted: November 16, 2022

I am a parent and they are an average school. Nothing special. Their basketball team lost 84-4 in a game which was kind of embarrassing and a 6th grader slapped the art teacher but other that that I would rate Turner Middle a 5/10. To go along with this they need new plumbing as a sewage pipe bursts occasionally. To go along with this there are also occasional boxing matches in the bathrooms.

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Posted: September 3, 2022

Posted: September 3, 2022

If I could give TMS a zero rating I could. This school failed my child on several occasions, many of their educators should seek another occupation (they bullied my child, covered up video footage once it was retained by the district, and cover their own rather than protect). If your child is a member of the LGBTQ+ community they will likely be extremely bullied within this school community.

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Posted: September 25, 2017

Very innovative programs. "Project based learning" not only teaches the subject but also how to apply it to teal world. Extracurricular activities such as muscle lab are tailored to all students and not just the jocks. Athletics are greatly improved over past years

Posted: September 25, 2017

Project based learning teaches different groups to work together to accomplish a common goal.

Posted: September 25, 2017

School seems to change principals frequently, which changes overall direction.

Posted: September 25, 2017

Posted: September 25, 2017

Zero tolerance. When staff is informed of a situation action is taken immediately

Posted: September 25, 2017

GREAT overall experience. No school is perfect and Turner is no exception but they do work VERY hard to continually improve. The staff seems more concerned about the future success of their students than just making the numbers look good for this year.

Posted: September 25, 2017

Good balance. Not too much, not too little

Posted: April 21, 2016

It's hard to believe. Two clueless, callous, & cowardly 6th grade teachers have punished my offspring for their own unrepented negligence. Turner parents have no recourse! If you leave a voice message, you may not get any reply, let alone a favorable response or an invitation to discuss the matter further. Email is an even worse choice. Your efforts are still probably in vain. In addition, your email (addressed to a single recipient) is likely to be forwarded indiscriminately. Faculty doesn't give advance warning, ask permission, or even notify you after the fact. Anything you write may be taken out of context, shared beyond your intended audience, & saved forever. Face-to-face meetings are no better. Nearly every time Turner teachers have invited me to meet with them, they've implied or even specified that it will be just the two of us. When I arrive, I am ambushed by not only that teacher, but several other staff members as well. It's disconcerting & intimidating, & it seems calculated to be so. It also has the unfortunate effect of making each meeting unproductive. With so many people who don't have the back story trying to catch up (& even attempting to start completely separate discussions), nothing gets resolved. The group avoids by inefficiency even the responsibility to deny you outright; they just dodge the issues till the clock runs out! You may get half apologies from the assistant principal. She's at least acknowledged the teachers' failings both times. She also admitted before her colleagues that I'm not the first person to complain of either the email policy or the staff's habit of ganging up on parents who come to 'private' meetings. It's nice that she, at least, is honest enough not to pretend that all is well. But no one will actually apologize, work on fixing serious issues at hand, commit to making changes in future, or thank you for your time. The principal seems unconcerned with his own integrity. Willing to manipulate families with half-truths, he says parents 'must' come sign forms the law does not require. Under such leadership, it's no wonder a social studies teacher felt free to keel his student's reputation without due process/concern. It's no wonder that a literacy teacher failed my child's short story because he ludicrously claims his faulty interpretation of the prompt is the only possible one. I'm washed out. But I've tried!

Posted: April 21, 2016

Minimal homework seems to be the rule; we love that! Students do get some practice with deadlines, keeping track of projects & papers, etc. But I have never thought that kids should do school all day and then all evening too. I've lived it; my kids have lived it. Kids need time to do chores, pursue hobbies, play, & rest. No homework is better than too much. Turner has the balance almost perfect! Math is an exception.

One of my kids really needs more math homework in general. Differentiation based on mastery just makes sense. Over-practicing is counterproductive, but some students require extra drill and/or one-on-one help to truly master each concept.

For other kids, the overall quantity of math homework is ideal! But the workload is horribly inconsistent. Some weeks there is no homework whatsoever, while other weeks there's a lot! A few nights, there has really been more than is manageable (usually just because it was assigned too late in the week).

Posted: April 21, 2016

We were drawn to Turner because it is a STEM school and because its test scores were comparatively high for TSD.

The small town aspect is a mixed bag, of course. If a student happens to fit in well, a closer-knit social circle can be an advantage. But a child who feels chronically out of place among the few cliques of a small school may more easily find true peers among a larger population.

An obvious drawback is that Turner offers fewer classes & extracurricular options than larger schools can. Check carefully that anything you consider essential is in place before enrolling! We just assumed that all local middle schools would offer a full music program, failing to notice that Turner has no orchestra.

The academic curriculum seems fine, considering it's a public school under increasing federal control. There are scary gaps in our kids' knowledge, but the students seem engaged without being overwhelmed by the workload. Each of my kids has found classes to enjoy, and no one seems to hate any subject altogether.

Our biggest unforeseen issues have been with the staff. Qualification & dedication in seems below average across the board. Some are quite good; most are just okay. There are a few really destructive ones, though. And staff policies (approachability, helpfulness, integrity) are appalling.

Posted: April 20, 2016

Most of the teachers are mediocre at best. They're not all bad; some have a firm command of their subjects; some are good at teaching all students; some teach certain students really well but neglect other types of learners; some have good rapport with middle schoolers; some are good role models. It's just shockingly rare to find a single teacher who is competent, let alone excellent, at all aspects of the job.

I think this is largely due to the fact that the Thompson School District does not pay competitive salaries. The best educators are drawn to neighboring districts or simply move away. Even so, I am appalled at some of the unprofessionalism and dishonesty I've seen at Turner.

Posted: August 28, 2015

all teachers are good at their job with a few exceptions. However 955 take it seriously

Posted: August 28, 2015

This is a bit too much homework for me in 7th and 8th grade but if you really put time and hard work into it, there may be a lot but if you pay attention and do homework, its easy

Posted: August 28, 2015

This school makes sure that no bullying goes on and when it does happen there are sever punishments
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Posted: August 28, 2015

There are alot of cliches in this school and some teachers won't do much about it especially when your new and they may think your over exaggerating but after going on my 3rd year in this school and finally making a friend or two, I Love it! the teachers only get better with the grade!

Posted: October 14, 2014

We just started Turner middle school this fall. So far, it's been great. The kids have welcomed my student even though we are from a neighboring town. The school staff works hard on communicating with parents and it's great to have a school with good communication skills! We transferred from a school of choice which did not communicate well with parents. Turner has a great offering of after school activities and student/teacher involvement.

Posted: September 17, 2014

I will agree and confirm that the parent who wrote about cliches in this school. They are abundant. Located in a small town, in a beautiful old neighborhood is about the only appealing thing this school has to offer. If given the chance to do it all over again, I would have sent my child elsewhere.

Posted: May 14, 2014

Such a positive environment, and some really passionate teachers. High parental involvement (as all Berthoud Schools) and the teachers genuinely care.

Posted: November 14, 2013

As a parent of students that have attended this school I would advise you not to being your children here. Although the small atmosphere and the small town education might seem appealing, the other troubles that come with this environment is not worth it. Lots of bullying and a blind eye is always taken not only with administrators but also the parents. Lots of cliches within the school.

Posted: March 3, 2013

Great, supportive, involved teachers at Turner. As in every school, there are a couple who shouldn't be teaching, but 98% of them are top notch. The counselors are the best around. The prinicipal is another story. No support given. Jumps to conclusions. Not proficient in explaining things. Do not participate in wrestling at Turner as long as Bennett and Fuller are involved. They do not provide supervision or support to the team, and do not stand up for their wrestlers.

Posted: September 21, 2010

The teachers really care about helping my daughter succeed, and the administration works hard to create a great learning environment.

Posted: April 14, 2010

Its the extra mile that everyone there goes.....Counselors are very involved and so caring for everyone...The whole family !

Posted: April 13, 2010

Turner Middle School is my choice for great schools, the teachers, the administration I can't just say enough. This year, a young man from this school who was deeply respected, passed away at an early age. The whole school, 6th through 8th embraced this young man. His class of 8th graders presented his parents with love, kindness and the most respect an 8th grade could imagine. Best of all this eighth grade found love, respect, and caring for each other that will last them a lifetime I guarantee, for they lost a loved one to a most horrible, horrific and as their fallen classmate would state 'Cancer Sucks'. May God bless these children always!

Posted: April 13, 2010

Turner Middle School in Berthoud is the best school anybody can attend. I am a parent of student that attended this school for 2.5 year, he past away March 24 this year. The support my son got during his absence due to cancer treatment and the support that the students and my family got after he became an Angel was outstanding. The students are very respectful to each other, teachers and their community; they always step up when needed. All faculty members at this school are very devoted to students and their community. The consoling system, student motivational, afterschool and sport programs this school develop is excellent, the time they devoted to their students is exceptional. This is the school that I was proud sending my child to learn.

Posted: March 16, 2008