James W. Mitchell High School

The school overall is great, but some of the teachers clearly play favoritism (chorus). The same people are recognized and celebrated while those a little more quiet go unnoticed. My daughter had a birthday and was excited to be sung to in chorus because most kids were, but the teacher did not even acknowledge her. Solos are offered to her favorites without even auditioning. Why bother trying when 75% of the class feels like they are second best? Everyone should be treated the same, and have the same opportunity to try out. I know only the best will be selected, but the same 25% of students get the offer without even trying out. Puts a damper on the whole school when some teachers are clearly biased.

We moved to Trinity so that my son could attend a good school. He struggles in some academics and needs some extra help. There have been some teachers that have been accommodating and will do their best to help, but for the most part, it’s an inconvenience and they do not try to help. The kids deserve more!

My daughter has had a wonderful experience in her four years with JW. She is an honor student, active in the band and color guard. I couldn't have asked for more from the teachers and staff working within this school. Yes the school is currently overcrowded but that is not the schools fault. There has been an explosion of population in the Trinity area and JW is one of, if not the best schools in Pasco county. They have the highest college preparedness rating in the county and one of the most successful after school programs for nearly every interest. Their football team is undefeated two years in a row, and their band is one of the largest and most successful in the state. GO MUSTANGS!

I have been to many other schools and this one has been the best and my favorite so far. The amount of clubs and sports they have is amazing. They also offer many different types of classes and AP courses. One of my favorite parts of the school is they're a magnet school for special ed kids and they do an AMAZING job with them. I am a wrangler for them, basically means I help the teacher, and I can see how much the kids adore the teachers and how much improvement they make on the daily. This school has more good qualities then bad for sure.