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Turner Middle School
Principal: Bill Siebers

Name/History: Turner Middle School opened in 1920 as Berthoud High School until 1981 when the present high school was opened. The school is named after Robert Turner who came to Loveland in 1969 to work as an administrator for Thompson Schools. He became superintendent in 1980 and retired in 1983.

Mission Statement: In partnership with the community, the Thompson Schools will educate all students to assume their current and future responsibilities as individuals, citizens and members of the work force.

Academic focus - Across all curriculums, our teachers focus on incorporating critical thinking strategies. Our Professional Learning Communities revolve around critical thinking and how to help students think logically. As a math focus school, selected students who enter the program have an opportunity to complete geometry by the end of their 8th grade year. Students spend time in our math project lab which gives them experiential learning in a real-life format.

"Student first" attitude - We are a school that focuses on what is best for our students' success. Our mission is to prepare all students for success as productive citizens and lifelong learners. Turner Middle School has a caring staff and is constantly challenging students through critical thinking and rigorous instruction.

Positive Behavior Support - Our school believes in rewarding students for positive behavior. The staff at Turner teaches students how to be a "PRO," which stands for Prepared, Respectful, and being On time. We recognize students through Student of the Month, kindness awards, dragon tokens, positive referrals, and positive postcards that are mailed home.

Extracurricular activities - Turner Middle School has a wide variety of extracurricular activities including sports, yearbook, drama, art, orchestra, homework club and a book club. All students can sign up for enrichment activities including chess, Lego Robotics and Odyssey of the Mind.

Strong community support - There are several different ways to be involved as a parent at Turner Middle School. Our parents created a PRIDE organization that supports Turner students. We also have a VITAL group, which stands for Volunteers in Thompson Accentuating Learning.