this is my beautiful school when i was young girl and that was 1981 oh how i miss it amazing stone…read moreschool it's been 40 years now wow how time flys

My son just started at this school and I've been very impressed with the staff - the principal is…read morevery accessible and easy to talk to. Teachers were friendly and willing to talk to a new, interested parent. I'm looking forward to him being here - kids here get good test scores, so he'll be challenged.

This school is amazing, so many different opportunities for every single student. You aren't forced…read moreto take a path because there are so many more to explore on your own. The teachers are great and get along with the students. The food is actually decent compared to the other high school foods. There's off campus lunch with lots of different food options around you. Lane literally has a bit of something for everyone. There are 100+ clubs it's so much fun. If you want a true high school experience then lane is the way!

I am aware Brian Tennison is now Supertindent. In…read moreretrospect, former Principal Brian Tennison was the most neglectful staff ever seen at Lane Tech College Prep. I am an adult who is 40 years old. I know right from wrong. Principal Tennison might have shook every Lane students hands while he was in office, he neglected their needs as far as stress goes. There was no relief, no therapist offered whatsoever. Brian Tennison did not care. Plus, he took away all the parents privileges to volunteer at their Prom. I was devastated at that time. Even though, my youngest daughter was unhappy about me not going to her prom. I would have been very happy without dancing and prom dinner. I rather be in the same ballroom with both my daughters' prom instead of dinner and dancing. We survived without it. I do not know who changed the prom volunteer policy. Hence I am very sad at Brian Tennison. Dr. Christopher Dignam was a very very excellent principal. Dr. Dignam allowed parents to participate as prom volunteers. You rock Dr. Christopher Dignam!!!!!! Does anyone have a say about the parents, prom and Dr. Chris Dignam?

Skinner North Classical is a selective enrollment school. As stated on the website, "The mission…read moreof Skinner North Classical School is to provide rigorous, differentiated instruction to all students. With a focus on teaching the whole child in an academically advanced environment, they work to establish norms of highly successful and socially-motivated individuals in a community that promotes collaboration, leadership, and celebrates the diversity of the students, families, and staff. In addition to the core subjects, students take classes in Spanish, Art, and Music. Skinner North focuses on the social emotional learning (SEL), which is a very important factor in how students learn to function in the world. There are a number of programs before and after school taught by the teachers and others. Teachers care about the students and spend a lot of extra time developing programs to use with their students. North Family members are encouraged to participate in the monthly social events throughout the year. Finally, many of the students are not from the immediate area and some of the students are bused to Skinner North. In the morning and at the end of the day the buses are lined up waiting for their students. For parents that are interested Skinner North Classical School for their child, they can attend one of many open houses for prospective families. I gave Skinner North Classical 4.5 stars, but since there is not a half star I have raised my rating up to 5 stars. The half a star deduction is because of the busing, in bad weather buses can be late coming or going which would cause children to spend more time on the bus, and would cut into the children's instructional time. Skinner North does have fantastic programs and a superior teaching staff that is dedicated to working with every student using differentiated instruction to help the students succeed.

I wouldn't recommend this school to my worst enemy the teachers are supportive but the admin isn't…read more This school causes depression and severe stress and trauma. Admin only supports select students and cares about school image over student well being. The admin neglects victims and targets particular students (typically new) with use of manipulation. I have been manipulated by members of admin personally and only given access to a biased counselor. This school will break your kid to the lowest mental stability they will ever be at to preserve school identity+ aid select students. Multiple bad experiences, I would never recommend this school to anyone (social wise).

My daughter goes to this high school and is currently a senior. It's in a safe area and although it…read moreis over crowded with student enrollment the staff and teachers do their best to teach and guide the students. They have a nice field and tennis court and it's right next to Norwood Park and pool. The streets around the school get VERY crowded when school is in session especially in the mornings and after school. They just need to do something about the over crowding issue and enforce the metal detectors for anyone entering the school.

I had a damaging experience with a teacher named Jacob Benke. Jacob was also a head basketball…read morecoach at Walther Christian Academy. His conduct was manipulative and harmful. I was a victim of his control tactics, which had a lasting emotional and psychological impact. As a student athlete, I started every game I played. I was eligible to play, but he would use my game participation as leverage for obedience. For instance, when I expressed things he disliked, he would prohibit me from going to games. He made decisions based on his ego rather than athletic or academic merit. The result was deliberate sabotage of both my development and the team's. Jacob is sadistic. I remember him mocking me about recruitment while interfering with my opportunities. He would sit me out during games that mattered. For a young athlete, this behavior was damaging and reckless. He uses psychological mind games, pressure, and humiliation when in power. Years later, he saw me in person and attempted to apologize. That moment confirms his awareness of the harm he causes. He often sings in the chapel and projects a likable image while being evil behind the scenes. The contrast between his presentation and conduct is conflicting. As of the date of this writing, December 22, 2025, he is still teaching at the school, which is disturbing. Currently, he is the chair of the school's Social Studies department. His egotistical behavior places students' mental health at risk. Based on my experience, he is unfit to hold power over children. Parents should be diligent to protect their children from his manipulation. There are stronger private school options for academics and athletics. You should continue searching for better schools. Your child's future depends on it.

Our son has been attending Walther since he was in Kindergarten. Even though the lower school…read moreclosed and we transferred him, we always planned to enroll him into the middle school once he reached 6th grade. He is now a Freshman and we couldn't be happier. Great faculty, support staff, athletics, extracurricular activities, facilities and most important, the curriculum is rigorous and challenges students. We plan to stay until 2028, his expected graduation date. Please know that Financial aid is also available for those in need. I highly recommend Walther Christian Academy in Melrose Park, IL. It's a great day to be a Bronco Parent.

I have found the teachers and the administration to be very responsive and all-around just…read morewonderful. I am hoping that the current principal stays with the school at least until my daughter graduates. ;) Because of the pandemic, I was very concerned about my daughter's progress. With the extra help that she has been receiving, she is doing extremely well and is almost completely caught up with the rest of her class. I can't say enough positive things.

I have extensive experience with both private and public schools at the elementary school level as…read morea student, parent and teacher. That being said my opinion about Edison Park Elementary is that it is slightly better than average. My opinion is based not only on academics, but safety, teachers, front office staff and extra curricular activities. Academics are very good. The safety, in my opinion, is terrible. Anyone can get into the building at anytime quite easily. I was in law enforcement for 10 years so I believe I'm qualified to assess the building's security. Teachers and extra curricular activities are very good as well. This brings me to the front office. Horrible. I have dealt with this individual on several occasions over the past four years and observed this person's interactions with others so I could rule out whether it was just a personality conflict between the two of us. It is not. The person at the front desk is rude and often ignores people who are standing right in front of her! She always makes you feel like a bother. She emanates negative energy and rarely smiles or says things like please or thank you. Overall the school is in my opinion slightly better than average and will hopefully improve on the negatives mentioned above. I give Edison Park Elementary 7 tassels out of 10.

My son did not learn anything here! He would come home with bad grades and when I asked his…read moreteacher. They were so rude and pissed off as if they hated their job. If your going to teach kids, hire better staff.

my kids do not go to school here but they attended a weekend event that was hosted by Nichols. It's…read morean older building for sure but judging from the facilities and art work that graced the halls, this looks like a cool school in a nice neighborhood.

I have children that go to this school. The other reviewer has an ax to grind or something, but…read morethis school is known in the neighborhood for being tough to get into and that angers some people. This is a great school, the kids are perfectly happy and the programs are great.