the principal is great and so are all the teachers plus the school looks brand new the students…read morehere are all very kind and the furrys at this school don't bite anyone!

The school is so old looking, it really needs a makeover. It reminds me of an old hospital. The…read moreteachers were what you would find at most places, some nice, some mean and some in between. The best part about this school is the students. Everyone knows everyone and everyone pretty much gets a long. That's how I remember it anyways. The inside is a square shape so it is pretty easy to find your way around. They also had a snack shack which had some great snacks at lunch. These were the good old days when no one had a care in the world.

This school has lovely exterior architecture with lots of history. A magnet school for…read morehigh-achieving junior high schools, the small school attracts students not just for academics but for its proximity for Whyte Avenue. I enjoyed Old Scona's academic focus and the knowledge and the support of the wonderful staff. They have been working on renovations and the general appearance of the school has greatly improved in recent years. The number of students at Old Scona means that you know everyone's name, and it also increases the number of opportunities available per student. Come to Old Scona if you want a challenge and you are willing to push yourself academically. You'll meet people who have diverse foci but are united by the desire to achieve. There is no official or unofficial dress code, since it is mostly unnecessary. It's a very safe school: there is no safety patrol. The students trusted each other enough that they leave lockers unlocked. The running joke was that you could leave your laptop, phone, and wallet out, but only your graphing calculator would be 'borrowed'. I really enjoyed my years at Old Scona. It's a wonderful place!

I love Greenview Elementary. It's been so long but the teachers were great. Most of them were the…read moretype you could joke around with and they didn't take themselves to seriously. The best part was the playgrounds. They were massive. One big park and one smaller one for the younger kids. They have tons of soccer fields and couple of baseball diamonds and a skating rink which is fairly new and probably among the better ones in the city. It comes equipped with benches and all. OH and a big hill for winter if you want to go sledding during recess. They also had a huge empty field but now condo's have gone up in that field but there is still more than enough empty land to play on. I don't know if they still get off early on Thursday's but if they do.. you're welcome. Is it obvious I went here?

As a young female child, I loved it there! All my teachers were good, some complicated as I look…read moreback now. It has a great little park and there was a big hill out back you could ride down during the winter. I think it could be a great Elementary to send your children

I spent my Junior High years at D.S. MacKenzie…read more Although I wasn't the most popular kid, I still love the school. Something that was really great about D.S. was the teachers. The majority of them felt like my friends. I remember having heart-to-hearts with a few of them throughout my years there and it was really great. It was nice to have support. I know that they've renovated over the years, so I'm not sure if it's still there - but I hope it is - The Wall of Fame! The Wall of Fame is where all the school athletes who won races, championships, etc, had their pictures hung. I was a 3 time girls' basketball champ so I'm very proud to be on that wall (if it's still there)! I know that the quality of teachers is still very high at D.S. because I have friends that I went there with, who are now teachers there. They know how valuable our ear there so I'm sure they are working hard to give today's students the same great experiences we had. Great school!

i went to d.s mackenzie as well and had a great time there. the teachers were awsome and very…read morehelpful. if you needed help they would give you one on one time after school if needed and it was not a big deal even though it was taking up there time. all the teachers were very nice to every student and didn't play favorites to those that were smarter. i had lots of friends and the people in this school were awsome.

Hi! I personally think MAC is hit or miss. I am going to this school right now and I have had some…read moregood and bad experiences at this school. I think it really depends on the teacher on whether you get a good education and learning experience in that class. I have a social teacher this year who is amazing and goes super in depth in topics, it has made me appreciate social studies so much. But my other teachers have been hit or miss. One teacher was extremely ego centered and I don't think we could go five minutes without them bragging about how good they were in that subject. It made it extremely difficult to learn and want to learn that subject. One thing I really appreciate about MAC is the passion teachers have. I used to go to St. Mark Junior High and it was the most awful experience, so going here made everything feel so much better and I felt like I belonged with my peers and teachers being more passionate about school. I do have some concerns about the English department, but I don't think it's affected me as much as my peers since I've always been stronger in English. I would also say that MAC is not nearly as hard as they say it is. I know there is a huge pressure coming to this school and you have to apply, but a lot of kids aren't getting 90s all the time. Half the time most people aren't even fully getting 80s. So don't feel too much pressure. Overall I would recommend this school! Some of the teachers aren't as nice, and if you are coming by yourself it can be challenging to make friends. But if you are open to putting yourself out there and not being solely focused on academics then I think you'll do good at MAC. One thing you need to know: there will be so much unnecessary pressure from your peers. Just focus on yourself and achieve to the best of your abilities! Don't try and work yourself to the bone. 9/10 that only makes the stress, no sleep, and anxiety about tests and schoolwork worse. Most importantly: just because your at MAC doesn't mean you need top marks! Just try your best! ONE THING I WOULD CHANGE PLEASE: As someone who is Scottish, I find it extremely offensive to have a PERSON as a mascot. Why not an animal like normal schools? This just seems off and everyone I know at the school has said something about how creepy and offensive it is.

The teachers are first rate. my son got excellent diploma results. there are also lots of great…read moreextracurricular programs and it's nice to have my son in a school with like-minded student students.

We're allowed to review our own high schools right? I mean, you can't really give a school a rating…read moreunless you've been there. And I promise to keep as objective as possible. Overall, I don't think I regret spending my "good years" at Shep, even if a lot of my friends went to other high schools on the north side of town. While it wasn't the same without peers I really knew, Shep still had its good qualities. They have an amazing department of staff who really know their stuff. The International Baccalaureate (IB) program is available here, full and partial, along with one of the best drama and music school programs in the city. Of course, it wasn't just all about the arts; Shep has a kick-ass football and basketball team too. As a result, it's a very competitive school. I think it's always in silent rivalry with Archbishop and Old Strathcona. The school has two floors, with a library and study space on each level. Cafeteria space is limited but serves decent lunch surprises, if my memory hasn't faded completely. The school gym is also equipped with a full-fledged fitness centre for students, to ensure physical health in addition to mental and intelluctual stimulation. Shep also has a great location, right in between the Woodcroft and Westmount areas. The Westmount shopping centre (notice I didn't say mall) is across the street, and the bus terminal is right outside the school parking lot. The Woodcroft library is just across the football field, and the school is also conveniently located beside the Peter Hemingway pool and fitness centre, and Coronation Park. After all, it's all about location, location, location. So I'm proud to say that Shep was my high school. The IB program really helped me prepare for university, as it got me into my study habits early. I still remember some of my teachers here, from time to time. They're the teachers who really stand out in my memory, and who I believe helped make a difference in my life. Thanks for the memories, Ross Shep!

I'm a 2020 graduate from Shep, and this is the best high school I've ever been to in Edmonton. I've…read moremet so many friendly and helpful teachers and staff in this school and a nice atmosphere too.

I went there from grade 1-6 wonderful memories…read more Charlene Glass 1973/74 - 1979/80 remember some great teachers and 1 really mean 1

Well this review may not be so relevant as it goes back to 1969 to 1972. I was there for just three…read moreyears, grade 4, 5 and 6. In those three years however; was fortunate to have maybe the worlds greatest teachers. All of them were excellent. Of course teaching in those days, was a lot different than teaching today. But, I had teachers who gave so much of themselves and each day was an experience in sharing a personal bonding relationship, that is almost not seen any more. All three of my teachers where outstanding, sober and wonderful people - first; then great teachers second. Glengarry was all about the power of the relationships, and the staff extending their hearts to us! Memories of that school will go with me to the very end. Thank you.

I went here for junior high and I thought it was a pretty good school…read more There was nothing that blew me away at this school, I felt that it was pretty much the same as any other junior high and the exception to this is that this school also has a french program. The teachers here were really good, and I know there are still many of the same teachers now. When choosing a junior high, parents and children should discuss what their focus is and find a school that will fit their needs best.