This is an outstanding school district getting better every year. Hugely talented and caring…read morefaculty and some really, really sharp administrators.

While I had an alright time from 4-8th grade, despite the bullying and class work struggles, high…read moreschool was a pretty poor experience. I was never a popular kid, which makes it harder in these schools as I felt that the popular and rich kids were always the better treated. I and a few others had an unfortunate experience at GHHS with an administrator who illegally kicked people out of school because of their mental health, or because she didn't like them. There is no proof of it happening, because she went against the district guidelines for handling "expulsion" type things. She was discriminatory and two-faced. Two years later after being in a better situation at Henderson Bay, the alternative high school, I felt ok to report what had happened and was essentially brushed off and invalidated. I emailed the Superintendent, at the time knowing she would've cared, only for her to tell me that I should work on that with my teachers in college to ensure that will not happen again. It is unfortunate that unless it is for sports, the district probably won't help you in these complaints. I had some wonderful teachers, and a few were mean, practically bullies to the entire class, blaming them for failing a test after everyone failed, so it was bittersweet. My mind really changed on this school district, after feeling it was good, once I graduated. It feels like they only REALLY care about the kids in sports, the popular kids, and the kids with rich families. Being an adult you really see the reality.

Just enough parking around this high school, but beware for the staff parking spots if you are just…read morehere to tour. The football team was playing on the field while I was here, but it was really neat to see the waterfront view just there with the popularized cement stairs from the 10 Things I Hate About You movie. The high school is so rich in history on how the architectures came about, its original vision, and how it became a high school thereafter. Recommend that you read up on it online before you come by here because it is pretty interesting and not a long read at all. The high school is really beautiful outside, but I wish that we are able to enter inside like the high school in Utah where High School Musical was based would host for guests during after school hours, which are 0600 to 1500, or 6AM to 3PM. They had a scavenger hunt so you could go to all the film locations within that Utah high school, which I wish this high school could do for 10 Things I Hate About You. Nonetheless a pretty sight and the house of main characters', Kat and Bianca's, house is like a 1.6 mile drive away from here.

The booster club hosts a viewing of 10 Things I Hate About You here and I LOVE it! The school looks…read morejust like in the movie, maybe even more magical. The water view and beautiful architecture are just amazing. We were in the stadium and the stairs killed us- these students must be in great shape! Lots of steps from street level down to the field. I was very happy to support the booster club and watch one of my favorite movies. They have a great parking garage with several entrances, and also some great street parking. Lots to do nearby- so much great food and wine. Excited to come to more events here someday!

Being in the military, my boys have been to 4 schools in the last 6 years due to the school system…read moreset up or due to our own decision to move them out of one school to another. There also seem to be several other reviews here, however, only 1 seems to be visible. I hope whoever reads this finds it useful in your decision on whether or not to send your kids to this school. My wife and I come from a Catholic family and both have grown up attending Catholic schools from elementary to high school so we both understand and value what a Catholic Education provides. This is also the primary reason why we moved from Dupont to Gig Harbor-we stumbled into this town while exploring the area one weekend. We first found the church appealing but my wife started researching the school and one day decided to drive up here and visit the school with our boys (I was away on business at the time). After she told me about her experience, I went for myself. My initial thoughts was that it was a small campus but while small, I found the staff and teachers very friendly and the kids were very polite-something I hadn't seen since the last Catholic school the boys attended back in Hawaii. At that point we decided to send the boys there-we just needed to move to GH. After having the boys here for the first year at this school, I am both deeply grateful and highly impressed with the teachers and the staff. Here's why: After 2 yrs in Dupont, my eldest son moved schools 2x-due to the set up of the school district but in both of those cases, he was a B average, though he was an A average in Hawaii. The teachers here truly opened up his aperture to learn and he has taken a 180' turn and made straight A's. My youngest was an average student who had a need for tutoring during his 3rd grade year in Dupont; after his first year at St Nic's, he ended his year with a B+ average and actually remembers and is enthusiastic about learning. The teachers and staff are truly dedicated to their students and are very responsive to the parents. The principal has an open door policy to everyone and does a fantastic job in keeping the parents informed (due to COVID, she's done several Zoom calls). The parents are so warm and inviting. They have a initial new parents' picnic, about the weekend prior to the first day of school. There is also a Facebook group for all the parents that helps all of us stay current on what's going on in the school. They have a lot of events and fundraisers some of which will require parent's involvement, but, that is normal for Catholic schools as they want the parents involved in as many activities as possible. Although I could say more about Saint Nicholas, I encourage you to visit the school, meet the teachers, and judge for yourself. The small class size allows for more teacher/student interaction as well as provides opportunities for more 1-1 instruction if needed. You will not regret the level of education they provide to the students; you will cherish the relationships you will build with the parents, and hopefully, see the value and impact this school will have not only your kids but on you as well.

this is a continuation of my other review because I have a lot to but not enough characters to put…read moreit in full review. My other review is through my name, Madison Scott.A few weeks later, she had called me a little shit for "being squirrely in the back of the classroom." I had undiagnosed ADHD, and the person I was laughing with was not reprimanded as well.I cannot express how hateful and biased these children were, and how little the staff did to repair the situation. Not only the religious aspect, but the community aspect of the school and church. Hate and bias is a learned concept and has been taught to these children. SNCS has left me with a hole in my heart where the love of God should be. Instead, filling it with remorse and anguish. This school has taught me that the people "closest to God" are rude, sexist, and hateful, and when they see someone different from the highly curated version of what a person should be, they choose to judge and ostracize that person. While I adore two of the teachers who supported me and helped the situation, it wasn't enough. The school did not set up their students for success. Coming from a junior in high school, I look back on the students who graduated from that school with me, and realize how much this school failed to teach about spreading God's love to people and the true story of Jesus. My family is no longer welcome at Saint Nicholas Catholic School due to the rumors and issues that occurred during my time there. The school often also brought up inappropriate topics of guilt and religion that the children attending had no need to even think about until they were much older. No person should ever feel guilty or feel shameful for trying their best. That is not what this school taught.I have no respect for the school and church, and anyone who uses the Bible and God's word to justify hating and judging anyone who does not conform to the typical Catholic beliefs. God teaches us to love unconditionally, and this is not what SNCS has shown. I also have no respect for those who make sexist and racist remarks and believe this to be a joke. My time at this school and church has shaped who I am today, and I would not be the same without my attendance there. Take that as you will. My family has spent thousands of dollars on this school, and countless hours of community service. This is purely my own experience and many others have had a positive time at that school. If you are considering sending your child to this school, I would recommend asking yourself what it really means to get a good education, learn God's word, find community in the catholic church, and what you're really looking for may or may not be in the communities automatically recommended to you. Do not take what the staff say at face value, and look into what the attendees say. I am not an isolated case. Cases like mine happen so very often at that school. I have looked at the old reviews and seen some of my peers giving an honest review as well. This is a downplayed version of my experiences at the parochial school. United we stand as people connected by God, divided we fall through society and corrupt teachings.

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Two years in and currently have had a terrible experience here. I've gotten bullied physically and…read moreemotionally, and this year is only worse. Phones are off limits the whole day now, (we used to be able to use them at recess) which means less talk with family as well. Would not recommend you send your kid here.

Daughter has had two physical bully incidents and both down played to misunderstanding by both…read moreprincipal and counseller.

I've had one child graduate from Bellarmine and I have another currently attending. I believe you…read morewould be hard pressed to find a private school with stronger academics, particularly in the south end. Close to 99% of Bellarmine graduates attend college. Every single graduate with whom I am acquainted states, without exception, that they felt Bellarmine did an excellent job preparing them for college. Grading scale is tough, 93% for an A. Classes are rigorous. If you're looking for easy As, this isn't the place. Bellarmine is a Jesuit school and Jesuit ideals are infused throughout the school and curriculum. New parents are told that by the time your child graduates, they will experience change. While we are not Catholic, the committment to justice, values in action and graduates who will leave prepared to transform the world are principles I'm happy to support.

Awesome school. Academics are well rounded, the sports are competitive, and the students, faculty,…read moreand staff are wonderful. I love Bellarmine

Hate it so damn much Friends call me DEEF…read moreJus cuz those are my grades don't mean it doesn't hurt 5 stars

Henry Foss IB World School is a gem! Our student is getting an excellent education with access to…read moreboth AP and IB coursework. The staff works hard to connect with students. They volunteer their own time to serve as sponsors for activities or provide extra academic help. Our student loves that Foss is a smaller school. She participates in clubs and sports that may be less accessible at a larger school. We also value that the student body is diverse at Foss. We are so thankful that Tacoma Public Schools offers the IB program at Foss High School and would recommend the school to any student that would like an academically rigorous high school curriculum.

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