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    Mountain View High School

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    Ridgeview Classical Schools - Ridgeview supports a robust Arts Program featuring music, theatre,   and visual arts.

    Ridgeview Classical Schools

    3.7(7 reviews)
    11.1 mi

    When I was searching for a school for my children, I didn't just consider the curriculum, the…read morecommute, or the demographics. I asked myself a bigger question: What kind of adults do I want my children to become? With that in mind, I chose a school that would teach them integrity, resilience, and the ability to accomplish and create in every stage of life. Ridgeview offers more than an education--it offers education for life. As they often say, "At Ridgeview, we do hard things." These challenges aren't for their own sake, but to help every child discover and develop their full potential.

    I went here from 9th grade until I graduated high school. I made great friends and had a few truly…read moreexcellent, inspirational teachers, but I also had multiple teachers (particularly ones that taught history and government related classes) who were overwhelmingly biased and even frequently told blatant lies or made up stories to further their own narratives about our world. I would frequently come home after history class and feel a need to fact check my teachers; more often than not I would find that they were thoroughly wrong on the topics I had researched myself. Also at Ridgeview there is a culture of conformity. Self expression often seems discouraged and students can be severely punished for "disrespecting teachers" when in truth all that happened were mere disagreements. And, although respect towards teachers is a paramount rule within this school, teachers frequently disrespect and make fun of students; the principal himself has presented ad hominem attacks against students during debates about things like paternity leave, the black lives matter movement, or the wage gap. I have nothing against tongue and cheek banter, but what I'm talking about here is beyond that. Student council at this school is for all intents and purposes run by the administration. As such students have no real say in the frequent changes that come to the school. The current principal seems to want the school to be a place for deeply conservative minded young people to become even more staunch in their views, rather than a place for real discourse, debate, and discussion. Also this place abstains from teaching any kind of sex-ed, which I believe leads to a deeply misinformed student body when it comes to sex and sexual identity. The school claims to be a place for students who like a challenge or enjoy difficult and truly stimulating classes and conversation. If that describes your student however, the IB program at Poudre, or the AP programs at Fossil or Rocky would be better, in my opinion, and would probably set up your student to be more likely to get into top colleges with top scholarships. DISCLAIMER: I did not attend Ridgeview in middle school or in the lower grades. My review is based in my experiences predominantly in the high school. Please do not judge their middle school based on what I've said. Students typically seem pretty satisfied with their middle school experience here.

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    Ridgeview Classical Schools - Ridgeview owns multiple outdoor education vehicles to help transport students, student gear, food, and emergency medical supplies.

    Ridgeview owns multiple outdoor education vehicles to help transport students, student gear, food, and emergency medical supplies.

    Ridgeview Classical Schools - Ridgeview participates in the NCIL to offer multiple middle school sports.

    Ridgeview participates in the NCIL to offer multiple middle school sports.

    Ridgeview Classical Schools - Our character pillars are woven throughout the K-12 curriculum.

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    Our character pillars are woven throughout the K-12 curriculum.

    Academy Of Arts & Knowledge - Learning to weave.

    Academy Of Arts & Knowledge

    2.7(3 reviews)
    8.1 mi

    What a breath of fresh air this school is! I love that my kids actually WANT to go to school, love…read moretheir teachers, are making good friendships and are being exposed to a well-rounded curriculum. You will find recess still there (we all know how much kids need MORE of that not less like many schools are doing!), art, music, drama and wellness (things that are being taken out of many schools or limited to once a week in lieu of more academics), teachers who enjoy their jobs and a school staff that cares! The lower grades have no homework and the upper two grades only a bit to get them ready for middle school. Kids today deserve the free play and creativity time that we had when we were younger. They also have cool after school activities - chess, Mad Science, Lego Club, etc. Take a tour or do a shadow day and you'll see the difference if it's the right fit for your child!

    If you are a parent looking for a school that communicates openly, takes accountability, and truly…read moreprioritizes student well-being, I would strongly recommend exploring other options. Our experience at Academy of Arts & Knowledge was very disappointing. Communication was poor, incidents were misrepresented, and my child was even punished for reporting bullying. Promised support plans and accommodations were delayed or ignored, and meetings felt endless with no real progress. The environment caused unnecessary stress and emotional harm. I've since filed a formal grievance with the school board and CSI. Families deserve transparency, safety, and accountability -- we did not find that here.

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    Union Colony Charter School

    Union Colony Charter School

    2.0(4 reviews)
    13.6 mi

    I attended this school from 1st through 12th grade and graduated with a 3.8 GPA. I did make some…read moregood friends and remain close with a few teachers. That said, I would not recommend this school to parents, and my own parents deeply regret keeping me enrolled the entire time. The elementary school experience was poor when I attended. I've heard it has improved in recent years, which I think unfortunately gives parents a false sense of security about how the middle and high school operate. The problems become far more serious as students get older. Opportunities for students are extremely limited. Clubs are scarce, sports options are weak (many students had to play for other schools), and the band program was recently eliminated. For a school that markets itself as well-rounded and college-prep, this is concerning. Although the school was originally founded around offering AIMS classes, that advantage no longer sets it apart--most schools now offer them. Despite branding itself as a college-prep school, it did not meaningfully prepare students for college. There was no guidance on degree paths, transferable credits, general education requirements, or college resources. During my senior year, I wanted to take an AIMS class aligned with my intended degree but was blocked due to a required advisory period that had little educational value. I graduated with random AIMS credits that have not helped my degree at all. Graduation requirements also changed frequently, creating confusion and unnecessary stress. Middle school involved typical issues like bullying and social conflict, but the school consistently failed to handle serious situations appropriately. A close friend of mine was sexually assaulted by another student in 8th grade, and the school took no action due to "lack of proof." There was a clear pattern of sweeping serious issues under the rug. The middle school today appears significantly worse. Teachers openly describe these as the most difficult students they've ever taught. While COVID and generational factors likely play a role, the school is unequipped to manage student behavior. Teachers lack resources, support, and authority. In contrast, my brother attends a nearby public school where students are typical preteens--immature but manageable--highlighting how poorly this school handles similar challenges. The school also has a troubling pattern of pushing out students they don't want. I knew students who were pressured to transfer over minor behavioral issues or suddenly told they were missing credits years after completing required coursework. Students who struggle are not given proper support; instead, they leave. This artificially inflates test scores and creates the illusion of success. Students with disabilities were routinely underserved. Accommodations were ignored, and staff appeared inadequately trained. A highly effective Spanish teacher was replaced by one known for ignoring 504 plans, resulting in students with learning disabilities failing due to inappropriate assessments. Administrative culture is another concern. While I personally like the principal and respected her as a teacher, many issues appear to stem from the broader administration and school board. I worked as an office aide for a year and regularly overheard confidential student information being discussed openly, including mental health issues and family problems. I also witnessed inappropriate and racist remarks made by office staff. The senior capstone English course--required for graduation--was taught by a teacher without a background in English instruction. Expectations were unclear, instruction was minimal, and a single paper and presentation determined whether a student graduated after 12 years. This system is deeply flawed. Additionally, the teacher made racially insensitive remarks and mocked a disabled student, behavior that was tolerated until her retirement. Teacher turnover is extremely high, especially in the middle school. None of my middle school teachers remain after six years. During my time, there were multiple serious staff incidents, including physical misconduct. With graduating classes of only 30-60 students, many students struggled socially and academically. I tested into the gifted program in elementary school, yet there was no actual gifted education. Instead, I was asked to teach other students rather than being given enrichment or advanced instruction. While small class sizes can allow for close relationships with teachers--and I value the mentors I gained--this does not outweigh the systemic failures. No one I know who graduated recently views this school positively, and no one who transferred out regrets leaving. My brother's experience at a public school highlights how much support and structure I lacked despite this school being marketed as the "better" option. I have so much more to say but the character limit is limiting my review

    Schools great:D the students are nice and the teachers had a very special and pleasurable lasting…read moreimpression on me.

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