Woohoo! As good as it gets! The juul rooms are too good to be true. The teachers love to spend time…read morein the juul rooms with the students and I cannot explain how my daughter loves this school and she feels so involved with the teachers. My daughter tells me that her favorite teacher is the gym teacher and that he always is telling her how pretty she is! She feels so confident at this school. This is the best middle school in the Centennial area and I 100% recommend! POWELL SUCKS BOOOO. If you want to be a soundcloud rapper, then this is the school for you.

If you're an ambitious student, do not even consider this school. They offer no opportunities for…read morestudents passionate about anything but business or sports. None of the students are interested in academics, and most are more concerned about who's throwing a party on Friday. Absolutely terrible. Most teachers aren't even educated in the subject they teach (e.g. AP Biology teacher has a degree in english and no background in biology).

I am writing this from the perspective of a parent of an applicant to the school, not as a current…read morestudent. So take that into consideration. Also, I don't write this review lightly. I am not one of those helicopter, high society, privileged parents. Not at all. I am a single mother by choice, and my oldest child recently applied to SMA for 6th grade next fall. Initially, we were both extremely impressed with the admissions staff, the student shadow day, the parent tour days, etc. I was especially impressed by the personal touch from the school while we were applying and waiting for a decision - hand signed holiday cards, a hand written note from a teacher, another handwritten note from the shadow student. Specifically, we were shocked at the language used in the teacher and student letters, as they contained encouraging and forward guiding words implying my child could be on campus next fall. We couldn't believe it. These letters made us so hopeful. In addition, the admissions team reached out proactively to schedule a meeting for me with the Head of Learning Services as my child is twice exceptional (high IQ / anxiety). Fast forward to decision day, and my child was not accepted. We were floored given the written communication received throughout the process. My 10 year old was left confused and heartbroken at SMA's process and communication. I followed up with the school after letting the news sit for a few days. My email was NOT to get a decision reversal, and I said I respected the Committee's decision. However, I told them that my child's confusion and disappointment could have been avoided if they had not allowed that kind of written, forward looking communication throughout the process. And, I did not want that happening to a future applicant. I did ultimately get a response, but it was more along the lines of "we're sorry you feel bad about the decision." I will never know what happened in those Admissions Committee meetings, but I can't help but wonder if my child and my family structure just didn't fit with their Catholic mold. My child is not the stereotypical Greenwood Village / Cherry Hills child. My child is not the girly type in appearance or dress and has experienced bullying as a result. Mind you, my child is border line genius, has a wide variety of interests / passions, witty, funny and an overall stellar child. My child is being considered at other schools here in the Denver area. SMA advertises that about 1/2 of its student population isn't Catholic, and I was open that our family isn't overly religious. In addition, I was very open about our family structure of me being a single mother by choice (IVF on my own and no partner / Dad) with two children. Did these items factor into their decision? I will never know. But as my child said, "Jesus wouldn't treat people this way."

I go to Arapahoe High School and I have had not the best time there. The building itself is nice…read more Most of the teachers that do work at Arapahoe are self entitled idiots. They barely can do their jobs and constantly have an attitude. which is understandable because the kids who also go there are mean and hurtful people. the amount of bullying that has taken place is insane. Both head administrators could careless about what happens in that school. They are more worried about getting paid then kids mental health. I have spoken to many groups of people in all grades about how they don't feel safe or feel they can't be themselves because of the bullying that happens. Those who are themselves have been bullied to the point they switch schools or self harm. I can only name a good selection of teachers who I actually trust and can express myself to. If you're deciding to send your kid to Arapahoe please think wisely about it and understand what kind of a school you're sending your child to. there has been so many rapist at arapahoe that still go there to this day. The school school is so concerned about those vaping instead of worrying about those kids whose mental health and life are being ruined because of the others at the school. I have voiced my opinion many times to the school and nothing has been said or shown to be fixed at the school. So please coming from an 11th grade student.

Honestly... AHS is awesome. I am 1972 grad…read more.. My son was a 2009 grad... Although there is a time difference from when my son and I were there... AHS has always been a progressive Littleton school preparing the students for higher education. I did notice as time was a going on... the biggest difference was the amount of entitlement of some students as the area around AHS grew and became more affluent. As a student ... become involved in the school and it's activities... The reward can be yours.

School has one of the best sports teams in the country. The teachers here are respectable and this…read moreis a great high school to get your education at it would recommend the school to anyone that is just graduated middle school.

Class of 2001! I'm a very proud graduate of this high school. It's large campus layout helps high…read moreschoolers get accustomed to what being on a college campus is like. Plus, it's a good way to burn off your fast food lunch you probably scarfed down during lunch period. Enthusiastic staff, fantastic teachers, and a quality education. My favorite classes were in the art building. Huge art rooms, fantastic theater (which professional companies would sometimes rent out), music and choir rooms. Such a fantastic building with student artwork hanging on the walls. I left this high school very prepared for college because I had teachers that challenged me and expected me to always bring my A-game. Go bruins!

Had the opportunity to see Jamie Shaak perform Brahms's Concerto #1 with the Arapahoe Philharmonic…read moreSymphony. I was sitting in the balcony and had no problem hearing them or watching her fingers fly up and down the piano. The sound was incredible and the seating was clean and comfortable. Watching her perform 100 pages of music from memory was very impressive. The concert grand piano provided by Mr. Barker had amazing sound and was kind gesture. There were volunteers to help usher the crowd and young students selling cookies at intermission. I found out that they sell a season pass for $140, which includes 6 events and they also have a resale program if you can't make it. Kids 12 and under can get the pass for $25. Wow! I just might do this next season.

School does not focus on pushing their kids to do better they just let them fall hoping they get…read morethemselves back up without any support

CCS has been the most amazing education for our kids. The teachers are incredible, the culture is…read moreone that upholds high academic standards according to the true classical model, while also upholding and fully integrating it with the historic Christian faith. We love the 4-day per week model that allows us extra family time. With the small class sizes, fun and engaging lessons, and caring teachers and staff, my children are truly thriving!

We've seen incredible growth in our children both academically and spiritually since joining this…read moreschool. Their confidence, biblical understanding, and love for learning have flourished. The teachers truly care and create a nurturing, Christ-centered environment. We're so grateful for this school and wish they started sooner.