Located at 2132 Madison Avenue, James Madison Education Center was built for use as a middle school in 19XX. It continued to house James Madison Middle School until 20xx, following the construction of Aldo Leopold Intermediate School (now Aldo Leopold Intermediate School) and Edward Stone Middle School. Since then, the building has been renamed James Madison Education Center and now houses many wonderful programs, including VIBE. Check them out!
BCSD Technology Department
Out technology department is a vital component of the modern in-person and virtual school experience. Our technology staff work tirelessly to assist in-person schools & VIBE with day to day troubleshooting & updating of hardware & software. Their jobs are ever-changing.
Lend a Paw Food Pantry
This food pantry is for our school students, their working parents and community members.
BHSAP Home School Assistance Program
The Burlington Home School Assistance Program (BHSAP) offers guidance, resources, and community for homeschoolers. Coordination is with the Homeschool Iowa program.
PiECES Afterschool Program
Currently JMEC is home to the Resilient Communities Liason associated with PIECES & YouthNet. We also store some PIECES program equipment.
Green Iowa
The Sustainable Schools branch serves as a resource and catalyst for Iowa school districts, cities, solid waste agencies, and community colleges to build a more energized and sustainable future. Mrs. Sly and Ms. Hall are out and about a lot, but sometimes you can catch them here.
The BILA Care Closet
Former BILA students created this donation-oriented space where fellow classmates can access toiletries, snacks, prom dresses and other clothing, shoes and more. They’ve ensured future VIBE FIT & FLEX students will also have an option to find things they need. We always take donations from the community as well.
The Learning Center
A large open space where VIBE FIT & FLEX students may come to connect with classmates or just have a quiet workspace outside their home. Mrs. Ricketts is here to help.
VIBE Makerspace
Built using generously donated monies from the Greater Burlington Partnerships’ 2022-2023 Leadership class, the VIBE Makerspace will be an open space for students of all ages to come build, create, imagine and enjoy working with their hands & each other.
VIBE Virtual Classrooms
Even though the classrooms are online, we still have rooms for kids to come have the in-person experience. Kids use classrooms during Thursday in-person activities as well as at the high school level for VIBE FIT.
VIBE FIT & FLEX Classrooms
VIBE FIT & FLEX students can come to JMEV to visit their teachers or participate in the in-person options FIT has to offer.
The Office
Everyone is welcome! Visit the office to check in or out, make a call or just to check in with Mrs. Bazel.
Principal Mickey’s Office
Principal Mickey is often around the building moving and grooving most days, but you can sometimes find her here.
Counselors’ Corner
Coming soon! Our counselors will have their own room to meet with students right in the VIBE FIT hallway. Stop by to say hello or if you’re needing schedule or mental health assistance, they’re here to help.
Burlington Municipal Band
The Burlington Municipal Band also usees JMEC for practice sessions. We have many wonderful community members and students involved in our municipal band performances.