John Glenn Middle School

Initial Designation: 2004

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School Details

  • Principal: Todd Biggert
  • District: Desert Sands Unified School District
  • County: Riverside County
  • Community: Urban-Suburban

Characteristics

  • Academic Excellence - Exemplars of high-quality work are shared with students
  • Developmental Responsiveness - Mechanisms to assists students and families in getting access to wide range of supports (e.g., counselor, nurse, parent education)
  • Organizational Structures and Processes - Plan for school improvement that is organized, communicated, and acted upon
  • Social Equity - Every student has an adult advocate at our school

Description

John Glenn Middle School of International Studies inspires students to become kind, thoughtful, and independent global citizens prepared for college and career success. As an International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program school, John Glenn connects rigorous academics with real world issues, international mindedness, and global empathy. Students examine local and worldwide challenges, design thoughtful solutions, and take meaningful action to support their communities. Teachers provide engaging learning experiences that strengthen critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and personal responsibility. The Redhawk Way reinforces a positive culture where students are ready, respectful, and willing to reach out to others. Enrichment opportunities, student showcases, academic support, and social emotional wellness resources help learners develop their interests and confidence. John Glenn Middle School is a caring and ambitious community where every Redhawk is encouraged to learn deeply, lead responsibly, and make a difference.
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