I have another student going here now. Communication is better now. Teachers communicate frequently…read moreabout your student's performance. They truly care. Some of the discipline procedures via administration are pretty odd though. There's a lack of it.

Rika is right, this school is mid at best. I have my friends here, but most of the kids and staff…read moresuck. I wish I didn't go here, they never give you time, and they think their supiorior as if we don't have a ton going on already

So, for the purposes of this review, I will be discussing the athletic fields only. If they suck…read moreat graduating you or your child, I can't speak to that. They may or may not be home to the largest group of delinquents this side of TJ for all I know. By the way, that is TJ MAXX in case you were wondering. In any event...HAVE YOU SEEN THIS FOOTBALL FIELD?!? Wha Whaaat?!? So my range of comparison when I was in high school was a large area that may or may not include grass and may or may not include yard markers and may or may not field a team that won any games. So, to level set, this field is like walking on the clouds by comparison. The track that goes around the field is rubberized - READ: easy on your body! Just about every night, there are VAVI activities going on there, so you're free to run the track or whatnot. For those dark winter nights, it's perfect because the area is well lit and there is plenty of parking. For nights where you have the benefit of daylight, there are great tennis courts, a soccer field, and baseball diamond. Not to mention some concrete areas that this writer is unable to identify. Bottom line - if you're looking for somewhere to exercise this is a great place to go. The added benefit of watching the VAVI action while you run, or whatever it is that you'll be doing should not be underscored!

Both of my kids go this school and I love how the school, staff and students have accepted my kids…read more I would recommend to all parents to seriously review this school. I love it here.

Sending my twin boys to High Tech High Mesa was the best decision I could have made for my twin…read moreboys. We could have gone to our home school in the San Dieguito school district but the project based curriculum and real life experience they get at HTHM is unmatched. All classes help teach these kids to think outside the box and work in groups. The staff knows every student by name including our Director Brett Peterson. The school has a fabulous College Advisor on staff who helps cultivated understanding of college, what it takes to get in to college, and the costs associated with it starting freshman year. Imagine your kids go to math class. Instead of rote memoization students learn how to build rockets and then launch them for all the parents to see. How about a mini music festival where students write their own music and perform it. The festival also includes booths where students sell items that they hand make or food they put together. Or being able to participate on an internationally ranked robotics team. All Juniors do a month long internship ship. Seniors do a month long externship. The school has a culture that helps students build up their resumes for their future. No regrets on choosing this charter school for my kids. It feels like a private school at times!

Absolutely atrocious experience at Madison High School. The constant bullying and harassment I…read moreendured made my four years feel like an eternity. The administration's inaction and lack of support allowed the toxic environment to thrive. The academic aspects were overshadowed by the emotional distress and anxiety I suffered daily. I expected a safe and nurturing environment, but instead, I felt isolated and helpless. To anyone considering Madison High, beware: the school's failures in addressing bullying will leave you feeling vulnerable and unsupported. Worst four years of my life.

My son has had an amazing year so far, engaging staff make all the difference in the world! Super…read moregrateful, my student athlete is on the honor roll

One of the BEST high schools & mental/behavioral health treatment centers I've ever gone to! New…read moreDawn Day Treatment High School helped me so much during my times of trouble and were there for me! I really enjoyed the professional help from the Psychiatrist, Therapists, Teachers, Rehab Specialists & students. I assisted this school from my freshman year to my sophomore year (August 2011 - January 2013) then I was discharged from the school as I was ready & moved on to attending a traditional 4 year public high school. I learned a lot while being at this school! I learned coping skills, I grew so much as an individual, & I was developing as an adolescent in a healthy way. The New Dawn Day Treatment High School staff helped me so much in becoming a better person! The services offered at New Dawn are great! I have so many memories at this place! 5 stars total! God bless everyone at New Dawn!

We are very happy with the experience we've had during our daughter Elena's first year at the…read moreschool. Her growth has been remarkable in every way -- academically, emotionally, and socially. From the very beginning, we felt welcomed and part of a true community, which made all the difference for us as a family. Principal Dena Stoneman is always attentive, approachable, and thoughtful in every detail. Secretary Sara Sinclair is a kind and loving person, always willing to help with warmth and efficiency. We are also deeply grateful to Elena's teachers -- Ms. Chu, Ms. Delgado, and Ms. Andy -- for the care, dedication, and love they've shown throughout her learning journey this year. We fully trust the school and are excited to continue this journey with you all in the upcoming school year!

It has taken me months of reflection to write this review because our experience with MMS was…read moredeeply confusing and upsetting. Our 3-year-old daughter started at MMS in January 2024. We really loved her primary teachers, and initially, she seemed to be doing well. There were a few incidents of misbehavior (hitting, biting, not listening--maybe three times?) but overall, it was a positive experience. She made friends, spoke happily about school and her teachers, and seemed engaged. From the beginning, I found Dena to be condescending and sanctimonious, but I tried to overlook it. After summer camp, she returned to the same class with many of the same students. But from the start of the new school year, we began receiving frequent calls and incident reports about her behavior--hitting, biting, disrupting nap time, etc. Over the next few months, things unraveled. Our daughter no longer wanted to go to school. She became hysterical every morning at drop-off. We received daily incident reports and multiple phone calls from the school. At home and in other settings, playdates, gymnastics, family events, her behavior was very different. She wasn't perfect, but she was typical for a 3-4-year-old. It began to feel like the school had completely lost control of the situation. She was regularly sent to the office for "breaks" or timeouts, but she would just sit and color, so it didn't feel like a consequence to her. The school called us to pick her up early several times, saying they couldn't manage her and that she was essentially a danger to others. She also began saying things like "I'm bad" and "I'm mean," which was a major red flag. We took her to the pediatrician, an occupational therapist, and had her evaluated for ADHD and other potential concerns. Everything came back within the range of typical development. We had multiple meetings with the school. Dena assured us they were trying everything, but their actions didn't reflect that. Eventually, they asked if we could switch her to half days. Although it was a major challenge for our full-time working household, we agreed, hoping it would help. It didn't. The daily calls continued, and we were still asked to pick her up early. They assigned an aide to shadow her, but the behavior didn't improve. Our daughter started coming home saying no one wanted to play with her, that she had no friends, and that she was bad. Our OT was confused--if she had a one-on-one aide, how was she still getting into so many incidents? We tried sticker charts, calming strategies, every tool recommended by professionals. And yes, our daughter is emotional and sometimes struggles to keep her hands to herself, but again, not in a way that felt outside the norm for her age. We received two to three detailed incident reports each day. It often seemed like the school was spending more energy documenting her behavior than actually helping her. Over time, it became clear we weren't welcome. Dena and some of the teachers began giving us cold looks. Dena even told us that other parents didn't want their kids playing with ours. The whole environment felt hostile and out of control. After another unproductive meeting with Dena, we were told our options were to find a new school or pay for a full-time aide, on top of tuition. We enrolled her in a new school the following week, and the difference has been incredible. One of the strangest parts came when we decided to withdraw our daughter. Dena asked if we would bring her by for "closure." I declined, as I didn't feel that would be appropriate. I went to pick up her belongings, and while the students and teachers had made her a goodbye card, which seemed sweet at first, the messages inside were deeply unsettling. Things like "We know there's good in you" made it sound like she was evil or broken. Again, she was THREE. And she really is a sweet, loving kid (who gives the best hugs). At her new school, she has many friends, and in 7 months, she's had one behavioral incident. We still recognize that she is an emotional and spirited child, but she is thriving in a supportive environment. I only wish we had made the switch sooner. Looking back, it's shocking to realize that for the entire second half of the school year at MMS, we didn't hear a single positive thing about our daughter. I feel heartbroken thinking about the constant negative feedback loop she was caught in. no wonder she thought she was "bad." I'm not saying MMS is a terrible school for everyone. Clearly, some families have had positive experiences. But it seems that if your child doesn't fit a certain mold, they are unwilling or unequipped to support them. I still struggle to understand how things got so bad, especially considering the immediate change we saw when we moved her. Even at home, she was noticeably happier. she now runs into school every morning and i have so much peace of mind.