The staff encouraged students to display the best version of themselves and be able to achieve this throughout their four years at SVHS. Poolesville, MD. A+! Most of the teachers are good, especially for upperclassmen. Parent: Our family has been at Bullis for 9 years now, our child started in the 3rd grade. After that, I was able to strive. (This is the kids' opinion, too.) The administrators were receptive to parental input. What they lack: non academic classes and a variety of languages. Maryland Middle School Rankings Due to the disruption caused by COVID-19, the Maryland State Department of Education did not administer assessments for the 2019-2020 school year. Overall, great experience.Read 503 Reviews, Senior: From what I've seen it is very inclusive overall. Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. There are great opportunities both academically, athletically and socially. My daughter is now in her freshman year and has transitioned well as she has a strong foundation. I believe Sherwood has a very welcoming and friendly atmosphere that helps promote learning. I believe Sherwood has a very welcoming and friendly atmosphere that helps promote learning. there was a lot of student from my community John F. Kennedy High School is a public high school located in Montgomery County, Maryland. The school is getting a bit overcrowded and we have been having to use more portables now. My family and I moved counties withing Maryland for my brother and me to have the opportunity to attend Montgomery Blair High School in Montgomery County, Silver Spring. Those in the bottom six percent are listed as "failing." The academics kept me challenged and constantly improving, which is always a good thing, and I love the diversity that this school has compared to my last one, where we can all learn a little something from our peers and connect with them. Lastly, Clarksburg needs to improve on their communication in regards to sending information to students, apart from that I think it's a good school and I'll recommend it a 9/10. Parent involvement is ok but I wish it could be better, I know it annoyed my parents that I chose my entire schedule for the year without even consulting them, after all they’re the reason I’m at school anyways, I do think the school should be better about increasing parent involvement in academics, not as a punishment, but to supplement the student’s growth. I participated in PLTW which has allowed me to feel more prepared for my future than ever. SVHS has strict core values of responsibility, integrity, and determination that allowed students to be able to succeed in the future. For more information, please contact the school. Most of the teachers are good, especially for upperclassmen. They do not have any non academic classes, such as a car class or wood working class. The activities were fun and created a sense of togetherness, we did things like the battle of the classes, float, and powderpuff which really brought our classes together and created a friendly competition. One thing I'd like to see changed, though, would be improved infrastructure. I believe I could never regret our decision! there was a lot of student from my community John F. Kennedy High School is a public high school located in Montgomery County, Maryland. Otherwise the art program provides students with the chance to brush up on their creativity skills, make something that resonates with the student, as well as provide assistance in the technical side of it. If I were to say something negative, it is that Sherwood seems to have a predominantly white student population. Ranking factors include state test scores, college readiness, graduation rates, SAT/ACT scores, teacher quality, and high school ratings. They offer such a wide array of AP programs and also offer medical pathways which gave me certification as a Medical Assistant before I even graduated! My experience at Clarksburg is a really fun and memorable one because I moved to the US 2 years ago and the Clarksburg community was really welcoming and accommodating. It was here I found passion for the arts thanks to dedicated teachers and peers. Contact Montgomery County Public Schools. It's a great school! I think Sherwood's athletics program allows for a lot of great school spirit and camaraderie between students. There really is a place for everyone. Magruder has been a thrilling experience. And the career counselor needed to retire easily 10 years ago. For the 2017–2018 school year, the district had 13,094 teachers, 86.4 percent of whom had a master’s degree or equivalent, serving 161,936 students at its 205 schools. If I were to say something negative, it is that Sherwood seems to have a predominantly white student population. For example, mine is coming up March 25th and I feel ready, not only because I was informed about at school but by visiting the college board. The district's graduation rate improved from 86.1 percent during the 2009-2010 school year to 88.3 percent during the 2012-2013 school year. We have an amazingly involved PTSA that advocates for staff and students. They also don't have Italian; They have Spanish, French, Arabic, and (maybe) Chinese. I was supposed to enroll in a neighboring high school, but county lines were readjusted where I lived and this resulted in me unexpectedly going to Damascus. My daughter applied to eight universities and was accepted to seven. This page was last edited on 25 March 2020, at 13:23 (UTC). There are a variety of sports, clubs, and musical cohorts that students can engage in at Northwest. Size: 497 square miles; Population: 930,813 Schools. I think this is one of the great opportunities this school provides for its students. Montgomery County Public Schools Superintendent Jack Smith takes questions from reporters at a news conference on Thursday, March 5, 2020. While it might be effective for that, it's disrupting class time for students who are trying to use the bathroom between classes quickly so they don't miss lessons. One thing I would say needs to improve is the building itself. My high school experience has been spectacular at Blair, and I appreciate everything the school has to offer. The staff are amazing and very dedicated, I truly had a great lot of teachers throughout my four years. The students are encouraged to provide input for change. High school is never easy, but Billie Jean Bensen is phenomenal and the attitude of the administration trickles down to the staff and the students and makes for a great atmosphere at Rockville HS. Extracurriculars are very well run (drama, yearbook, literary mag) but the music/band department lost some great teachers since we started.Rockville is the smallest high school in the district, so it has fewer course choices than most, and sometimes they combine classes which can be frustrating. The county spends approximately half of its annua… #1in Montgomery County … The English department is flawless, and I can only think of 3 teachers (in 7 years) who haven't been great. Combined, these schools had a value about half that of the county jail.[2]. I liked john f Kennedy because it is a diverse school. So, we have experienced all three divisions: Lower, Middle, and Upper School. If you really want to pursue the arts, I definitely recommend this school!Read 500 Reviews, Senior: The staff are amazing and very dedicated, I truly had a great lot of teachers throughout my four years. To conclude, if you are an 8th grader reading this I highly implore you to come to Springbrook you won't regret you're decision especially because it's an Ib league school!Read 461 Reviews, Senior: The building is nice and the negative attention we've gotten from misguided news sources is not true at all. Some of the teachers could be better, especially in the math department, but overall I love going to school here and there's great school spirit during homecoming week and at pep rallies!Read 343 Reviews, Senior: Magruder has been a thrilling experience. The staff encouraged students to display the best version of themselves and be able to achieve this throughout their four years at SVHS. My time at Wootton was great. In the mid-1910s the county operated forty-seven schools for 3,020 White children. I personally love to go to football games and participate in the school spirit. There are a lot of club opportunities that range from sports to charity to movie club. I would like to say that the faculty at Watkins Mill are very supportive and outgoing with their students (as long as the student shows them respect). RM is our zoned school but she tested into and was accepted into the IB programme. I have had very little experience with the engineering department, but from what my friends say and what I have experienced, the Engineering coursework is not rigorous enough. It didn't take me long to find where I belonged in the school; I joined the theatre department not long after I started school and was thoroughly elated to find it memorable and most importantly, professional. They also don't have Italian; They have Spanish, French, Arabic, and (maybe) Chinese. Kennedy's early history is that of an experimental, innovative school, with no school bells, broad lesson plans, innovative class subjects, pass-fail grading, an eight-period day with one free period during the day. It provides students a variety of subjects to choose from such as Fashion Production or Illustration, Photography, Ceramics, Studio arts, Drawing and Design, etc. I felt at home because the school is so diverse and I joined African clubs. RHS is a haven with teachers who really care. They offer such a wide array of AP programs and also offer medical pathways which gave me certification as a Medical Assistant before I even graduated! The IB/AP program is good. In fact, about 70 percent of the high schools earned four or five stars. Wheaton High School was able to provide me with the serious help I needed. Windows in every classroom. Poolesville High. The teachers were exceptional and compassionate. [3] In April 2017, it was reported that the principals of the 27 failing schools were to receive ten-percent salary increases and three-year contract extensions. Go vikes!Read 229 Reviews, Senior: Amazing teachers and staff. The food is ok, it could be better. One thing I'd like to see changed, though, would be improved infrastructure. It is the third largest district in Alabama, with 31,743 students enrolled. The teachers are great, I have amazing grades so I can't really complain. Parent involvement is ok but I wish it could be better, I know it annoyed my parents that I chose my entire schedule for the year without even consulting them, after all they’re the reason I’m at school anyways, I do think the school should be better about increasing parent involvement in academics, not as a punishment, but to supplement the student’s growth. The administrators were receptive to parental input. I had a very good experience at Watkins Mill High School, I did the IB Career Program while I was there, and it prepared me to conduct research, write essays and manage my time. [4], On August 18, 2018, one of the three buildings that make up the campus of Booker T. Washington Magnet High School burned down. My daughter graduated from Richard Montgomery and she got an excellent education! Overall, the school's pride, and its pep rallies are amazing, the variety of subjects one can choose from is great, as well as the help they provide to ensure students are college ready is helpful as well. Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) will open before Labor Day next school year, for the first time since 2016. The IB/AP program is good. Opening its doors in 1964,[4] Kennedy High School was originally going to be called East Wheaton High School, but due to President John F. Kennedy's assassination in November 1963, the school was renamed after him. The staff and administrators care a lot about the students and strive for each individual to do well while feeling comfortable in their surroundings. There is a little too much emphasis on test scores and grades though between students. With 206 schools, it is the largest school district in the state of Maryland, and the 16th largest in the United States. Overall, my experience at Magruder High School was memorable.Read 303 Reviews, Junior: Springbrook for me so far is a great school it has helped me in many ways, more than I can count. The school is diverse and there are extracurricular activities for almost any interest. Enrollment – Students must satisfactorily complete four years of school beyond Grade 8. I've volunteered often and like what I see. SVHS has strict core values of responsibility, integrity, and determination that allowed students to be able to succeed in the future. I wish there was more improvement in the music area and some of the facilities need to be a little better. There really is a place for everyone. Please note: Student-teacher ratio is not a representation of average class size. RainScapes for Schools is a voluntary program where educational projects like rain gardens and conservation landscapes can be implemented on Montgomery County Public School (MCPS) property with help from volunteers and support from the Department of Environmental Protection.These projects both reduce stormwater pollution and provide educational opportunities for students by strengthening … I believe the size of the school and the number of students don't go well together, it's very packed to the point where it gets difficult to get around. The staff who supported me are who really made it possible and I'll never forget that. Overall, great experience. Teachers at Rockville are the absolute best; I feel so fortunate that my kids have had so many wonderful teachers. As of early 2018, eleven local schools were included in this category: School district in Montgomery, Alabama, United States, Loveless Academic Magnet Program High School, Baldwin Arts and Academics Magnet Middle School, Montgomery, "State plans takeover of MPS after failing schools list grows", "Montgomery's failing school principals to get raises, contract extensions", "Early Morning Fire Destroys Part of Montgomery Magnet School", "Failing Alabama public schools: 75 on newest list, most are high schools", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Montgomery_Public_Schools&oldid=946080269, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, Fews Alternative Secondary School, Montgomery, Patterson Academy of Creative Education, Montgomery, Montgomery Technical Education Center (M.T.E.C), Capitol Heights Junior High School, Montgomery, Johnnie R. Carr Junior High School, Montgomery, Walter T. McKee Junior High School, Montgomery, Bear Exploration Center School, Montgomery, Wynton M. Blount Elementary School, Montgomery, Brewbaker Intermediate School, Montgomery, G.W. When I look back at my high school experience I will have lots of wonderful memories thanks to the community that Whitman provided for me. The teachers are great, I have amazing grades so I can't really complain. When I look back at my high school experience I will have lots of wonderful memories thanks to the community that Whitman provided for me. Part of Montgomery County Public Schools, the school is within the census-designated place of Glenmont, although it has a Silver Spring mailing address. #8 Best Public Elementary Schools in Montgomery County Parent : This school has teachers that are generally high quality, and a principal that cares about what is going on in her school. Nothing hands on. The English department is flawless, and I can only think of 3 teachers (in 7 years) who haven't been great. These schools were funded by the county and had only enough desks for about a third of the students. Go vikes! MCPS Schools and Facilities Missoula County Public Schools serves area students through nine elementary schools, three middle schools and four high schools (three in Missoula and one in … Ratio of students to full-time equivalent teachers. The district serves the city of Montgomery and surrounding Montgomery County. It's also a great environment to study. If the school year is disrupted by emergencies and schools are closed three or more days, dates in 2020 identified as possible make-up instructional days include: June 16-22, April 6, April 7 and January 27. As for clubs, I didn't participate much but I have friends/siblings who did and loved it. There also seems to be an insect problem and asbestos in the ceilings, but everyone's pretty much used to that. Moreover, Northwest High School encourages students to excel in their studies by offering Advanced Placement as well as honor courses. As of Wednesday, September 9, 2020 all MCPS meals will be provided free of charge to all students. Although as a high school, I was overwhelmed and fell into a deep Depression. For example, mine is coming up March 25th and I feel ready, not only because I was informed about at school but by visiting the college board. The activities were fun and created a sense of togetherness, we did things like the battle of the classes, float, and powderpuff which really brought our classes together and created a friendly competition. I participated in many wootton sports, and while not every sport has an amazing record, the coaches are dedicated and care and some sports (golf, tennis hockey, and others) consistently win counties and states! My time at Wheaton was amazing. Overall, it’s a great environment and my daughter really thrived. Elementary School, Montgomery, MacMillan International Academy @McKee, Montgomery, Martin Luther King Elementary School, Montgomery, Morningview Elementary School, Montgomery, Thelma Smiley Morris Elementary School, Montgomery, Vaughn Road Elementary School, Montgomery, Wares Ferry Elementary School, Montgomery, This page was last edited on 17 March 2020, at 23:07. Mostly a sports-focused school, I was able to find refuge in the art rooms where I knew me and my friends could be ourselves. There is an interest in helping students that need the extra help, and an atmosphere of kindness and inclusion for special needs kids. I definitely made friends who had the same passions as me. There are fights at our school just like there are fights at any other school. The coursework is rigorous, and the teachers are very encouraging. Two other MPS schools (BTW Magnet High School and Brewbaker Technology Magnet High School) were named in the top ten best Alabama high schools list, and George Washington Carver High School was also recognized as a top high school on the list. A+!Read 407 Reviews, Senior: Overall, this high school is excellent when it comes to arts and humanities. … I also really love the IB program; the teachers are great and I actually feel challenged in school. I feel like my school experience could have been different if there was a greater amount of diversity in my environment.Read 329 Reviews, Senior: My experience at Clarksburg is a really fun and memorable one because I moved to the US 2 years ago and the Clarksburg community was really welcoming and accommodating. Despite the great food service, the meals served during lunch tend to lack variety and tastefulness. Lots of great school spirit as well! I've volunteered often and like what I see. Springbrook does a really good job of preparing kids for the SAT's. After that, I was able to strive. Damascus high school is what helped me become the woman I am today. Students sometimes have resorted to going to entirely different floors to use the bathroom and end up missing a substantial amount of class time.Read 406 Reviews, Senior: Seneca Valley Highschool, also known as SVHS, was an overall memorable experience with the assistance of the Seneca Valley community, staff, and classmates. overall good experience! There is a little too much emphasis on test scores and grades though between students.Read 456 Reviews, Alum: My time at Wootton was great. Montgomery Public Schools is a school district headquartered in Montgomery, Alabama, United States. I was able to make new friends and actually find myself. 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