They've restricted many websites from children, some of which are necessary for learning. Their…read morecomputer website blockers randomly ban the children from even searching things up for no apparent reason. One main website is YouTube, in which some kids need to watch videos for certain classes, yet it's banned for them. It's also all over the place, some kids have very heavy restrictions, while others have close to none. The school computer block policy is very unfair, and I hope they address this issue.

St. Joesph's has been a blessing for my daughters education. The staff at the school are amazing…read moreat their jobs and care so much about the children and school. The amount of attention that each child gets in class is so much higher than at public school. My child enjoys everyday at school and feels more confident in her classes due to her teachers. The new principal has brought a vision of growth and leadership that has made the school prosper like never before. Her attention to detail and knowing each child, parent, activity, and teacher makes the school vibrant with life. Our child adores her interactions with her everyday. Overall, the school is in great hands with the new leadership and growing in a direction that I recommend it to anyone that is looking for a more focused environment for their children.

Small classes serve as a wonderful learning environment for students. Students thrive with the…read morepersonal attention given by teachers who are able to individualize lessons that fit each student.

I'm a student so here is my view, this school is amazing. Let me answer some questions you may have…read more How many schools are in Townview?? There are 6 schools in Townview 1.Talented and Gifted (TAG) the smartest 2.school of engineering (SEM) 3. School of law (JBS Law magnet) 4. High school of health professions (HSHP) my school 5. School of business management (SBM 6. Education and social services (ESSM) Is this school hard?? Yes it is, and depending on which school you go into it may be even harder. For example TAG is harder overall than HSHP. They get more work and have high standards over all. Though some schools may have higher standards all the school are great and each holds their students to what they believe to be a reasonable academic goal. Is it hard to get in?? Yes and no, it has gotten easier which is a complaint I have. The class size has gone up so it is "easier" to get in. But it is in no way easy to get in. You still have to prepare and deliver on all the entry requirements and if even then nothing is guaranteed. Personally I love this school it prepares me perfectly for the future I want and sets me on the math to make my dreams into reality. All the teachers are great at their job so if you aren't doing good in a class that's on you because I know the teachers do all they can to help you succeed. From tutoring times to giving out their emails so you can ask questions at any times. If you come to Townview and are willing to put in the work then the teachers will be sure to help you get where you want to go and end up with that dipping your hand. Hope to see you here one day if you are considering applying- Diego class of 2021

DallasISD announced that, as of this year, ALL students have the option of getting FREE breakfast…read moreAND lunch regardless of economic situation; not even a form to sign! I was gleeful... my HS daughter, was another story, her response, "Caf food is awful!" "Awful" seemed a bit extreme, but this is young person who typically has a lunch bag packed with hummus, tabbouleh and feta cheese chunks with naan bread and fresh fruit salad. But, with an entire year of FREE LUNCHES on the table, I had to check it out for myself. The meal was not bad for the $3 'civilian' rate I paid! Jumbo Fish Stick on wheat bun, beans, lime rice, mac n cheese all rather flavorful; but the canned fruit... not so much. The fish was actually FISH, not like the 'fish product' of yore! It flaked like fish, had a lightly crunchy crust and wasn't greasy at all. It possibly was baked! I fixed it up with Sriracha sauce and Ranch dressing. They get major creds for the service bar (fresh orange infused iced water) with a nice assortment of condiments! Not just salt/pepper, ketchup/mustard; there were bottles of lime juice, Sriracha sauce, BBQ sauce, Cajun, Ranch & Balsamic dressings and more! I certainly didn't have it this good at my HS cafeteria! The 'Kiddling'? She will be enjoying the culinary benefits of my school tax dollars this year! What we save will go towards Restaurant Week 2015, YAH! ABOUT THE TOWNVIEW CAMPUS... This campus is one of the best kept secrets in the often maligned DallasISD system. It houses six magnet schools (see below) and all six have consistently ranked top 100 on USNews & World Report list of the Best Public High Schools* in the nation. The School for the Talented & Gifted has been ranked #1 seven years out of nine; most recently the past 3 years in a row, 2012, 2013 & 2014. (*list of 500, selected from 20,000). 1 Talented & Gifted 2 Science & Engineering 3 Business & Management 4 Law & Public Safety 5 Education & Social Services 6 Health Professionals

I came here to judge a cheerleading tryout. The campus is big and very beautiful. It felt like the…read morecampus of a small junior college. I got a little lost trying to get to the gym but everyone I asked directions from was so kind. They have a 3 story gym with dance rooms, weight room, basketball court, etc. I wouldn't hate returning to this school! The people are so nice and the campus is beautiful.

Great open campus, friendly staff, and communications are awesome. As a parent, I'm always getting…read moreinformation about what my child is learning.

I've had a very different experience than some of the earlier reviewers. There is a new Director in…read moreplace, although I also had a wonderful experience with the previous one. Both of my children attend this school. We've been here for four years, and our experience has been nothing but positive. When I was touring schools, I visited eight in total, and this was the only one that truly felt like home. Even the moment you walk through the door, it has the warmth and comfort of a home environment. Their learning approach is Reggio Emilia, something I wasn't familiar with before, but it's centered on hands-on, exploratory learning. And yes, that means the kids get messy! They play in the mud, dance in the rain, paint with their hands, climb wooden stumps, and move their bodies freely. It's everything you want your child to experience, so I don't mind the extra laundry one bit. I've also received incredibly helpful parent handouts for big transitions like potty training, and I've always felt comfortable asking questions and getting thoughtful, educated responses about any behavioral concerns. They use an app that shares updates throughout the day, and I especially love the photos--both of my kiddos are always smiling, running, and playing. Their menu rotates seasonally, which has been great for my picky eater who now eagerly tries new foods (who knew he'd become such a soup lover!). They also host multiple on-site events for parents to join in on themed activities. I'm already excited for the upcoming holiday performance, especially after seeing little glimpses of the choreography they've been practicing. Even though Lake Dallas ISD recently opened their 3's and 4's preschool program, I'm very happy keeping my littles at Four Seasons. I know they're getting the attention, care, and education they need to thrive. Both of my kids are hitting their developmental milestones well ahead of schedule. I'm so grateful to be part of this school community and highly recommend it to other parents.

My son has attended for the past 2 years and has learned so much. This is the best place for a…read morechild to get the skills and experience they need to be a well-rounded little person. The staff are great with the kids and love each one as their own little personality. Great environment for a child to grow.

Alright Im just gonna keep it 100 with you I know if you scroll down past (or up) from my review…read moreyou'll probably see some terrible 1 star reviews about this school (not saying they aren't valid) but I'd like to let the record show that most of those horrible things that are in this school's past, and under the new leadership with Mrs. Graham, things are now looking a lot different. Like a lot a lot different I'm currently a Junior at this school so this is my 3rd year here and I've honestly seen a lot of the negative things the other people mentioned, drugs and iPad addictions and all that, and you guys would be shocked what happens when new leadership (along with smaller enrollment) comes into play. When I was a freshman, I saw a lot of the bad that DL had to offer, with the things I mentioned earlier, along with an overall confusion because I thought this was supposed to be a Christian school. BUT now all that has changed under Mrs. Graham, because with the new rules she put in place along with a small amount of kids it does seriously look a lot better from the perspective of a student who is really involved with many different activities and having the privilege of talking to people here every single day. Yeah, Dallas Lutheran isn't perfect (I think that goes without saying), but I do sincerely believe this school is better than the alternatives, especially if you are a family who values a Christian education more than anything else. I went to a Christian school for my entire life (loved my other one too btw), and one thing I've seen in both schools is that the faculty does truly care about Jesus. We have chapel 1 time a week and theology class 3 times a week, in which we can have meaningful conversations with our teacher and classmates, and if God calls you, to even speak at chapel! (I've done it a couple times its super cool.) But at the end of the day, people are very flawed (even the great ones that go to Dallas Lutheran) and I'm sure there have been many people who have horrible experiences with students/teachers here, but seriously I can't emphasize enough how much change I've seen in my 3 years here Mrs. Graham and the entire staff might be actual superheroes. Dallas Lutheran is special for a lot of things, but honestly my favorite is the family aspect I've gotten from it. Seeing a school with 60 kids in it might scare you away from sending your kid here, but from someone who's experienced this my entire life, I can tell you how beneficial it's been for my growth spiritually, academically, emotionally, and in every other -ly way that I can't really think of. Being surrounded by the same people in most of your classes, on top of sports and other extracurriculars may seem like it sucks at first, but really it's super cool to build these bonds with people and know that it'll last far beyond the 4-7 years you could spend here. I know they throw the word "family" around a lot at this school, but I don't think there's a better word to describe this place, when I look around me I see my brothers and sisters in Christ! This also helps in the classroom, because if a teacher sees I'm struggling, we can have a conversation and they can help me because they actually know me on a human level and took the time to understand the things that I'm going through, while at other schools they usually wouldn't have the time to care about all of their students individually. The small school setting also allows for kids to be involved in many different opportunities, like sports or drama, which normally people wouldn't get the chance to participate in. I kid you not I could talk about this school for days, but seriously if you are reading this and you're thinking of sending your child here or even coming here yourself, I cannot reccomend anything higher than Dallas Lutheran. I'm done glazing now just being honest I love going to school here I love being with all the students I love all the teachers and the staff its really such a great environment and it's actually a night and day difference from the way it was a few years ago and how my friends tell me it was before I got here. Last thing, even if you don't end up coming here, I pray that you would stand firm in your faith no matter where you go, and that the Holy Spirit would guide you in ALL of your endeavors! God bless, Go Lions!!!

I wrote a review about the school a couple of years ago. My background and understanding of the…read moreschool is more than your average person as I myself am graduate and I taught there for almost 30 years. My husband was also an administrator for the same length of time. I want to remind people that reviews coming from parents are often quite skewed through the eyes of their child. It doesn't mean it's not relevant, but without the proper background information you must not believe everything you hear. If you have ever raised a teenager, then you know what I'm talking about and if you haven't, please understand that they often exaggerate based on their hormones and also their social skills. Drugs are in every school. I'm always amazed when parents say how surprised they are to hear what their child has seen heard. These are NOT NEW or rampant issues anymore than any other school in the entire state. Getting a Christian education does not mean that you were going to be surrounded by perfect people. My experience at school is based on one on one conversations with students. They supported my belief that some of the kids were involved with marijuana and had issues with vaping. Like any school I've ever worked in the kids have access to alcohol often due to older siblings or parents that don't care. Again, this is absolutely no different than any other school in existence. To be transparent: The school is under a brand new administrator who has the heart of a lion! Many people pray that she will be the one that makes a difference. The school was hit by a tornado in 2019 and that's what put them in the portables. Fundraising has been done to begin a build on the property, but there have been many issues with the city, with the loan, and with the rising cost of materials. Covid along with the tornado changed everything The school board from about 2018-2022 is responsible for many of the issues that the school dealt with. They absolutely did not follow policy and many members needed to be removed. This has changed, thank the Lord! The leadership is now very trustworthy and they follow policy! The academics have always been solid and indeed many things have changed regarding enrollment. The school has never wanted to reject any family who wishes their child to have a Christian education. So comments about "they take everybody and anybody "are incredibly judgmental and not worthy of any kind of response. The involvement of parents has always been good - but over the past 10 to 15 years things have changed regarding parental care. I believe it's due to social media, but students are incredibly lazy and unfocused. This is not a criticism of spirit or personality. It is a criticism of the social network that surrounds the student. Again, to be transparent, I was forced to leave the school in 2020. I left due to an unethical administrator, and two other administrators who, for the most part are gone. His desire not to be criticized and called out on not only unethical issues but foundational Christian behavior. But I know the foundation of Lutheran education, and I believe that Dallas Lutheran school still holds dear to the Bible and our belief in Jesus Christ as Savior. Take my review and all of these with a grain of salt. There is truth here and some of the things that have been said happen. But the criticism of the faculty and the staff is unsupported and biased. You have no idea what the teachers of Dallas Lutheran high school have gone through over the last 40 years. Remember, I no longer teach there and not by choice. And I still know that nobody cares as much as they do! Add to that a school secretary, who is literally a "school mom" to the students and often the faculty and staff! She is brilliant.

Wonderful school - small community and great teachers. My daughter has thrived here since 2020read more

My two youngest children attended SBS, it has gone through many changes and the most recent…read moreprincipal did an excellent job at applying for grants and funding to update the school. It is a small community with one class per grade, every one is nice, no bullying. The admin staff and teachers are wonderful.

There is much to appreciate about Key School. Its staff consists largely of lovely teachers who…read moreseem genuinely kind and caring. That said, during her one year at the school, my child's teacher could not keep his political beliefs out of the classroom. He is painfully misinformed and brings his misinformation into his history lessons. When I expressed upset, the school administration claimed to be politically neutral; however, the principal insinuated that my child was a liar while trying to cover up when the teacher brought out a model of a fetus to make sure he expressed his bias to me clearly. (After assuring me that the whole class, other than my child, saw no fetus, she later admitted it happened.) Key School supported that same teacher's emphatic declaration that America is not in any part a democracy while studying the Constitution. They supported him, teaching the children that only violent criminals were being deported while innocent immigrants are being disappeared into Venezuelan concentration camps. That is not just a biased opinion- he is teaching outright untruths. His beliefs are not academic and far from neutral. In fact, they align with Trump's cult beliefs rather than the true Republican party ethos. To sum it up, if you are affluent and looking for an overpriced, Fox News-based, fascist propaganda education with some racism and sexism thrown in now and again, as many Texans likely are, this is your place. Those looking for a real education and equanimity for all students should seek it elsewhere.

A school for children with learning disabilities, The Key School customizes each student's class…read moreschedule for their strengths and weaknesses. A student can be taking classes across a range of 5 grades depending on what THEY need. The environment is structured and safe, and the staff really does care about the students. Be advised that the cost approaches that of some universities, but in this case you truly do get what you pay for.