Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School

Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School, serving grades 6-8, emphasizes developing critical thinking, effective work habits, and compassionate action, aiming to equip students to advocate for themselves and their communities. The school fosters a unique learning environment where students build portfolios over three years, presenting their work in Roundtables for feedback from peers, teachers, and family members, which helps develop speaking and presentation skills. A new Dual Language English/Spanish program is being introduced for incoming 6th graders in Fall 2024. The school also offers an extended learning time program with visual and performing arts, chorus, dance, sports, and academic support until 6 pm. While parent surveys indicate very strong satisfaction with family relationships and communication, student survey results show mixed perceptions regarding school climate, with some concerns about conflict resolution and bullying. Academically, the school faces challenges, with ELA and Math proficiency rates significantly below citywide medians. The school provides a mental health clinic and a full-time nurse to support its students.