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Jacqueline Stanley Thompson

“We were part of Mr. J’s first class and truly believe that the study skills and homework habits our son learned there prepared him for the rigors of middle and high school. The small class size, individual attention, and tailored lesson plans gave our son the ability to thrive. As he heads off to college…

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Ken Lord

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What a fantastic learning environment for kids on the spectrum or with ADHD! My son described the environment as “peaceful” which was such a far cry from the chaos of 8th grade in the public school district.  It allowed him to focus in a relaxed learning situation.  Mr. J and his staff were so attentive…

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The M. Family, Manhattan Beach

We found Mr. J’s after being let down by our highly acclaimed local public school and a private school that promised accommodation and inclusivity (but instead fostered soul-shattering bullying). Dysgraphia, Asynchronous Development, lagging motor skills, ADD and social isolation made school increasingly difficult for our son to navigate. After nearly five years in the traditional…

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Shae Reilly Francisco

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Check out this kid!!! Another Mr. J. success story. Austin learned so much about life and how to be successful from Mr. J! So happy to be able to call Jeff a friend for life, Austin could not have done it without you.

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Shelby McCoy

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My son, Bru McCoy, attended Mr. J’s School in 8th grade. It was his favorite year of school as Mr. J was able to teach to Bru’s learning style. Bru just graduated from Mater Dei High School a semester early and is now attending University of Texas where he will be playing football. We are…

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Amy Islander-Rafeek

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Olivia spent 2 1/2 years with Mr. J. Before Mr. J school was miserable for her. Mr. J prepared her to achieve at the next level. At her old school, Olivia was thought of as an “un teachable” student who would never excel in school. Because of Mr J Olivia is finishing her senior year…

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Anh Thu Hoang

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Sent my son to Mr. J’s Academy for three years and he had a great time. It made him work more diligently in high school and he has an easy time at his new high school

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Nell McCue Crawford

Nell Crawford

My son had a wonderful year with Mr. J. He didn’t just learn, he became a better student, a researcher, and a leader. Having the curriculum tailored to each student’s specific goals makes for a very productive program. My son actually thanked us for sending him to school each day.  More than just classroom instruction,…

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Kristy Mueller

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I am so happy to be able to give a 100% recommendation to my friend Jeff Jamile, what an amazing teacher, educator, role model and great guy he is!!!! My daughter Kassidy Mueller had him for two years in the public school system, the best two years of her education life and changed her educational direction. She fell…

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Mandy Sorensen Goldstein

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Mr. J’s Academy was the perfect fit for our son in 6th grade. We felt that he wasn’t getting the personal attention at a large, public school and he wasn’t being challenged in the areas he needed to be. Mr. J’s project based school was perfect. Tyler was given the opportunity to be challenged in…

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