James Madison Middle PTSO

James Madison Middle School educates students in grades 7-8 and has been serving the Upper Marlboro community since the seventies. The school is named after President James Madison, the 4th President of the United States who was considered the most influential contributor of the United States Constitution. The school's colors are blue and gold, and the school's mascot is the Cougar whose strength is symbolic of the school's spirit. James Madison along with its partner school Frederick Douglass High School, became an International Baccalaureate World School in October of 2011, authorized to offer the Middle Years Program. The cultural impact of our community is a significant strength at James Madison MS. Students are encouraged to exhibit the IB learner profile traits to become better students and caretakers of the world. Students, staff, and community have helped to create a secure, safe, lively and nurturing environment which promotes mutual respect and self-esteem. Our students speak a variety of languages and are offered the opportunity to learn French and Spanish here at Madison. We have worked this year to create a strong English Language Learners (ELL) Program for our students. We strive to provide a positive learning environment that acknowledges and addresses the intellectual, psychological, emotional, physical, social, and ethical needs of our young people. We aim to teach all students learning strategies, critical thinking, effective communication and goal planning that will ensure their success in high school, college, and the future.