August Boeger Middle School

1944 Flint Avenue

School District

Mount Pleasant Elementary
Grade

6-8
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:21
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by student on May 31, 2017

I like this school a lot because every body hear is friendly.
Submitted by other on May 09, 2017

I am a community member who attended this school. I had a great experience as a student here. I now have 3 college degrees and went into education because of some of the teachers I had in this District. Every school has its challenges, but the staff at this school is inviting and puts the students' best interest first. Many visitors comment that Boeger's staff and students are welcoming. This is a school where students have great school spirit and have done a great job adapting to Common Core instruction. There are great learnings happening here. They have a strong AVID elective program at every grade level and all teachers employ the AVID strategies. A group of 8th graders recently qualified for and competed at the State National History Day Competition. And, a student was just accepted to the San Jose Youth Symphony. Schedule a tour if you don't believe me.
Submitted by other on May 09, 2017

August Boeger is a school that is truly a hidden gem. The administration is lead by a strong Principal who not only works tirelessly to meet the needs of both her staff and students, but shows compassion and understanding to parents, students, and teachers alike. The student advisor also shows these qualities and pushes for the betterment of the school in every capacity possible. The teachers at August Boeger are a tight knit community who often will go above and beyond in order to meet the academic and emotional needs of their students, treating everyone as one big extended family. Although in previous years this school has received reviews that paint it in a more negative light, such opinions are limited to those who have not been able to see the growth and positive aspects first hand. I would highly recommend this school to those who are willing to look past previous years and see how wonderful August Boeger has become in light of all the hard work that has transpired to make it into a truly great school.
Submitted by other on May 09, 2017

This school is a nice place to be at. The teachers are kind and supportive and the principles are truly amazing--always making sure they take care of any issues that arise. I am so glad that I was able to be a part of the school. I feel like my children are safe there.
Submitted by other on May 09, 2017

As a fourth grade parent, I am looking forward to move my son to August Boeger. They have young staff that truly cares about the school and the students. I love that they reach out to parents and have an open door policy. The teachers work so hard to make sure that students are getting all the help they need by supporting them during their lunch time and after school. Have you seen their newly renovated quad? It looks really awesome!!!
Submitted by other on September 13, 2014

August Boeger Middle School has new leadership, Principal Mia Cruz and Student Advisor Andrew Donati are new administrators at AB. The staff at ABMS are working with national known consultant Edwin Javius to improve equity for students and their educational focus. AB offers AVID, Leadership, Art, Band, Honors Classes, Sports, and Clubs. AB works with the Silcon Valley Education Foundation supports AB as they implement Common Core Math, accelerated Math and Elevate. The school has a computer lab, think client carts, chromebook cart, laptop cart and i-pad carts. Please give a call and come to visit AB!
Submitted by other on July 20, 2014

I was actually a student at this school when I was in 6,7,8 grade. Many students here are involved with drugs and gangs. I have actually experienced bullying at this school and have seen at least 7 fights. Many kids there are in relationships. I find this school horrible. I knew a girl who wanted to beat up another girl in the locker room just because she was supposebly starring at her. The teachers look very unhappy all of the time and don't care if students cuss. They even have police at this school because it is soo bad! I remember going to school and seeing a girl with a pocket knife. Parents if you are thinking of taking your children to this school don't. I promise you'll regret it. Look into taking your children to Ida Jew Academies or Quimby Oak middle school.
Submitted by other on March 12, 2014

I was nervous about coming here in 6th grade because i had heard many bad things about boeger but im now in 8th grade and i have made so many great friends. The teachers are awesome and they help us when we need it. Most of the time they stay in the classrooms during brunch so that if we need help, we can go ask them for it. Its true that there are a handful of students that refuse to pay attention and cause trouble but every school has that. I honestly think its a good school but thats just my opinion. Parents please don't judge the school unless you actually know what happens on campus. The events held there are all formed by the leadership class that is in fact run by students and they always meet their deadlines without flaws. The school isn't as bad as people make it out to be. We have yard duties always around the campus checking on the students and keeping us out of trouble. Sincerely, a current august boeger 8th grade student
Submitted by other on June 09, 2013

You may hear many bad rumors and such about this school, such as high gang activity, sex, drugs, bullying. Hardly any of this is true. Almost everyone at this school is very nice. I was very nervous on my first day of 6th grade, and now I'm in 8th grade and I absolutely do not want to leave. Of course there will be the students that get involved with the wrong type of thing. but what kind of public school doesn't have that? That is a choice made on the students' part, no teachers are encouraging any students to do this. Overall, I like Boeger more than I expected to. All the teachers I've had are great, and they have helped prepare me for high school. Sincerely, a student.
Submitted by parent on April 12, 2013

The principal is not connected. Each time I have seen her she seems disappointed she has to be there. The VP is awesome!!! Students are not disciplined and it is the norm to hear students cussing and yelling out inappropriate comments across campus. The teachers are awesome. I am not sure why the stay. No consequences for inappropriate behavior.
Submitted by other on July 04, 2012

Many of the things the people may say seems true, but it is not. Would you like to know why? Well my experience at August Boeger was not as terrible as most people would think. Students were really nice if you got to know them, staff was hard at work outside the classroom and of course inside as well. The leadership class there works hard because they make the dances, do anti-bully weeks, do the lunch time activities, and put on a carnival at the end of the year! That class is run by the students and they get things done on time and without a flaw. The teachers make sure the students are disciplined and ready to learn. The school always has yard duties to patrol the school to make sure the students are following directions, and if not they either get detention or get sent to the office. Some of the academic programs we have are rocket club, science bowl, and some others, in which the school takes pride in for doing so well in it. We have many after school sports programs like cross country, volleyball, basketball, track and field etc. August Boeger always get really far in these sports, this year cross country got second, boys basketball made it to the playoffs.This isagreatschool.
Submitted by parent on March 09, 2012

This school, sadly, needs an entire administrative overhaul. It appears that the staff has their head in the sand to the realities of the school- gangs, drugs, sex, violence, etc. For a school on the East Side of San Jose, the discipline is sad and negligible to say the least. Many of the students are apathetic to learning and just do as they feel on campus knowing the lack of consequences and follow through. Teachers are burnt out trying to manage problem behaviors with minimal support, thus the instruction is suffering. If you have a student who truly wants to learn, you should consider an alternative placement. I fear for my son's well-being at school and lack of knowledge and competence of staff to handle it. The state should really take a good hard look at this school.
Submitted by other on January 10, 2012

Maybe you should hear this from an actual student, not just a parent, since we're the people that spend all day on the campus. I picked three stars, because they focus on stopping bullying, which I think is good for alot of kids, unlike LeyVa, with a bunch of people snapping at you., but at the same time, I think teachers should take out their time and help other kids after school and give the kids who misbehave more than just warnings. But, overall, I love it. :)