Chinquapin is definitely not for everyone and I believe that is part of what makes it so special…read more This is a school that challenges its students, holds them accountable, and works to develop young people who are confident, responsible, self-sufficient, and prepared to become leaders. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion and experience, but I think it is important to look at the full picture before criticizing a school for things such as not having janitorial staff or experiencing maintenance issues. Chinquapin is a nonprofit school that does not receive the same state funding as public schools, and with that naturally come challenges and limited resources. My son began attending Chinquapin in 2024 under the leadership of Ms. Mily Pérez. I cannot speak to what the school may have been like before then, but I can speak to the experience our family has had from 2024 forward and it has been an incredibly positive one. The students at Chinquapin are academically challenged and taught valuable real-life skills. They are expected to take responsibility for themselves and contribute to their school community. They are not babied, but they are supported. This is far from a military-style campus or an alternative school for children with behavioral problems. Chinquapin is filled with bright, driven students, and there are high expectations for both academics and conduct. Misbehavior is taken seriously, and accountability is part of the culture. It sometimes feels as though educators cannot win. If they do not care enough, they are criticized, and when they care deeply and hold students accountable, it can be viewed as overstepping. Personally, I would rather have educators who genuinely care about my child's education, character, and future. During Ms. Pérez's leadership, she did everything within her power to address concerns, including HVAC and maintenance issues, as quickly as the school's resources allowed. Running a nonprofit school without state funding is not without its difficulties, and I believe that instead of allowing those challenges to define Chinquapin, we as parents and members of the community should help share its story, advocate for it, and help bring in the resources and funding needed to ensure it continues serving students for generations to come. I am extremely grateful for our family's experience with Chinquapin and for the impact the school has had on my son. I hope that under its new leadership, the school continues building on the progress that has been made and becomes even stronger. Chinquapin is a unique place with an important mission, and I truly hope our community continues to support it.

I graduated from the Chinquapin School in 2006 (this marks 20 years today). The directors at the…read moretime were Bill and Kathy Heinzerling. They were the directors at Chinquapin for about 30 years. The intial idea was to provide quality education for low-income students like myself at the time. Similiarly, to the affluent schools like St. John's School in the Upper Kirby area in Houston. In fact, the founders of the school were Bob and Maxine Moore who intially worked for St. John's at the time and decided to open The Chinquapin school in 1969. The Chinquapin School was a safe haven for me when home life was complete chaos. My English teachers at the time saw a lot of potential in me and pushed me to write and excel in my writing and academics. I am the first woman to graduate high school in my family. I am first woman in my family to graduate college. I am the first teacher in my family. Currently, I teach English I at Yes Prep Public Schools (I have been awarded by the state because of my STAAR scores). I have read some of the recent reviews on here. And clearly based on those reviews some things have changed due to the leadership and the culture in recent years. However, I have enrolled my son here and this will be his second year at The Chinquapin School. He absolutely loves it. The school now has a new director, I believe her name is Chelsea Korth.

Staff aren't what they seem. Most of the student there aren't respectful and they lock the boys…read morerestrooms in the mornings. I'm almost late to first period every day only because the bathroom issue. Speaking of 1 STAR, the lunch they serve there is terrible. I don't see how they scored a 100 from the health department.

This is the newest high school in Baytown; it's approximately 5 years old. However, new isn't all…read moreit's sometimes cracked up to be. Upon entry, it seems that every office and classroom is somewhat hidden. The only thing a visitor sees is the massive stone hallways and upstairs area. That coupled with the cold nature of the school employees here, keeps me away. The facility is great for things like the college fairs, job fairs, and receptions. I just wonder about the educational aspect.

This is a review for the track at the high school. I can't comment on the school, the kids, the…read moreteachers, the buses, the principal or anything else except the track! Which I love! I started running on pavement...didn't know anything different. Didn't realize that running on a track feels so much better on the knees and joints. Plus, it's way easier to do speed work on a track that's already all marked out. The only downsides: there's no water. You HAVE to bring your own hydration. Which really isn't that big of a deal. I mean, what runner doesn't have a camelbak, or a hydration belt, or at least a water bottle? The bigger thing is no bathrooms. I have seen the bathrooms at the track open exactly once, so unless they open them when school starts, do not count on there being anyplace to go! There have been days where there are groups using the track (school athletic groups, I think), so you just have to play nice and give them room. There really is plenty of room, you just have to be aware of what people are doing around you. I love this option to work on my speedwork; it feels better om my legs, plus there's bleachers if you want to incorporate some bleacher work into your running routine as well. Come on out on Tuesdays at 7 pm and see me and my running peeps! We will be there!!

Great school!read more

Play. Hairspray the play is unbelievably good. These teachers are outstanding which in turn made…read morethe kids outstanding and the play. Great job all at Ball High School. From a woman that has attended plays in London, and New York City and many more places. Great Job !!!!!

racist and discriminatory practices at this district. I seriously moved due to all the problems…read moreafter living there for years. I will never set a foot back in that district and I'm not the only one. Apparently a lot of us have relocated to other cities that are blue. I have seen a lot of classmates in Dallas and they had the same issues therefore moved.

Love these schools! Excellent teachers and facilities!!! My kids love going to school here!!!read more

I'm writing this review as a substitute who has been working a long term job at this school…read more I've worked for Pasadena ISD for 8 1/2 years. I've been a full time employee, a long term sub, and a sub for a day or two here and there. Pasadena Memorial High School is one of the few schools that I'll regularly work at if I'm available. The staff is friendly and accepting. The students are that I've interacted with have been friendly as well. They have safety as a priority and enforce the rules to make sure that students and staff are in a safe learning/working environment. They have many different sports teams, extracurriculars, and different activities and opportunities for students to excel. They also have a college and career center to help students with dual credit, college, and career opportunities. It's definitely helpful for the students and makes me wish that my school had these kind of programs when I was growing up. I've seen and worked at a lot of schools in Pasadena. This is one of my favorites.

This school is very well run and neat and clean. A lot of very interesting Veterans and families.read more

this school is great and all but I would say the AP who is name Ms.Reed is very judgmental she…read moreraises her voice at students even if there trying to be formal and not start a problem most s would say she is a racist she mostly goes by how the students looks and she attacks them I would like to say that she needs to be reported or removed for doing this things to students also would like to say if this can be reported to the district's for how she is and her behavior with the students.

Horrible baseball fields! I went to a baseball tournament this weekend, and the grass had not been…read morecut in. The bleacher area was filled with mosquitoes. Thank you so much to the gentleman that brought his own mosquitoes sprayer. The fields need to be cut correctly meaning the bleachers need to be moved and mowed under them! We eating is also a necessity! Do better