Our Team

Welcome to Ánimo James B. Taylor Charter Middle School! As part of Green Dot Public Schools, we strive to provide a quality education and prepare all students for college, leadership, and life. Ánimo James B. Taylor Charter Middle School is a free, public charter middle school. We proudly serve the Watts and surrounding community, providing high-quality, college-ready education.

Ánimo James B. Taylor is one of Green Dot’s leading middle schools. Founded in 2013, we pride ourselves on building a culture and environment that provides a sense of belonging. We believe that “greatness” lives within our campus walls. Students know and feel that their teachers care, and the community at large works seamlessly with our educators and staff to promote growth and success. The Ánimo James B. Taylor family is TeamStrong, and we are interested in showing you just what greatness can be.

Whether you’re a parent looking for a new school for your child, a community member, or an educator looking for a great school to work with, we are eager to hear from you and are happy to answer any questions you have.

Sincerely,

Tiana Diggs
Principal

tianna.diggs@animo.org
Office Hours: 7a-10a, 3p-5p