This is my alma mater. What to say about my high-school experience at MND? Well, first off, I'll…read moreadmit to being slightly negatively biased against the school because I was forced (thanks, mom and dad!) into attending the private, single-sex Catholic high-school after spending eight lovely years in the Lakota Public School system. There are just a few points I'd like to make about the school, faculty, and my own personal experiences as a "Cougar". First, MND is an all-girls school. For those not in the Cincy mindset, this is not at all rare. In fact, all but a few (two? three?) of the city's Catholic high-schools are single-sex, either male or female entirely. Supposedly many studies have shown that teaching high-school in a single-sex environment eliminates romantic distractions and stresses academic success instead of social success or popularity. I can't speak to the experience of all students, but personally, I found the female dominated environment at Mount Notre Dame to be both catty (what do you expect in a school full of emotionally unbalanced teenage girls?) and not at all conducive to my development as a normal, well-adjusted teenager. Honestly, girls are going to have to socialize with men for the rest of their lives...why not show them how in high-school instead of eliminating the boys entirely? Gender issue aside, the school building is mostly rundown...in a way that the administration would like you to believe is historically accurate and charming. I thought it was decrepit and full of asbestos (and it fact, it was, a major construction project went into place to eliminate the mold during my senior year). The one exception to this is the gymnasium, which was renovated the year before I started at the school. The cafeteria menu, at least as it stood when I graduated in 2005, was in need of a serious over-haul...I brown-bagged everyday for four years, it just looked that unappetizing and overly caloric. I know that cafeteria food doesn't speak volumes about education, but c'mon, look at my other reviews. I'm all about the food, baby. Faculty: basically awful with a (very) few outstanding exceptions. I got a lot of laughs from comparing my high school teacher's curriculums and credits to those of the teachers at the local public school. In my freshmen year "Honors English" class I was instructed to read Out of the Dust, a novel I had read in the fourth grade. I don't want to criticize the whole English department, though, as two of my favorite and most academically decorated high-school instructors (Mr. Tom Geier and Mrs. Julie Haggerty) call this department home. At MND the general rule is that there is one great teacher in each department, so if you send your daughter there, be sure to request them. History: Magnus, Foreign Language: Ortega, Religion: Grote, Science: Peppercorn. MND offers very few AP classes; I had little opportunity to earn college credits. One more note about MND-as with any other Catholic high-school, this place is after your wallet. The tuition is not as high as some comparable schools (UA) but those in charge of soliciting donations from fundraisers and alumni parties get an A + for their ability to guilt. Moral of the story: Save your money, go public. More AP's, better teachers (due to the drastic pay difference), and a better environment for kids to grow socially.

As an alumna of MND, I certainly come with a distinct perspective on the school. Of all the schools…read morein Cincinnati, and certainly of the private, all-girls school, I strongly believe that MND makes its mark as the most welcoming, open-armed school in the city. With diverse academic options, ranging from college prep to AP courses (and some offering college credit - I left MND with six college credits), every girl can personalize an academic career that is challenging and enjoyable. MND also has a great reputation as a sports powerhouse, but it doesn't limit its scope of extra-curriculars to athletics only. There is a very robust theater program, Model UN, academic teams, language clubs, volunteer groups, art classes...the list goes on. I can't speak highly enough of my educators at MND, and I made lifelong friends within the walls of the school. I would gladly recommend this high school to a young woman looking for a personalized education with room to grow and expand her education, interests and friendships.

Our daughter started at Summit at the beginning of her 8th grade year because she was looking for…read moremore challenges. She immediately found a home. The teachers are amazing and push these kids to be great.

My son and daughter flourished in Summit's Montessori program, as did my granddaughter too. One of…read morethe first and best Montessori programs in the region. Excellent staff and peaceful, stimulating educational environment. Encourages the individual child to progress independently as well as social and artistic enrichment.

the band is a vibe don't get me wrong I love hearing them progress and sound awesome from my…read morewindow. I just wish the lady with the bullhorn wouldn't scream like a drill Sargent and wake me up every morning so early from my apartment with my window closed.....

This is where I went to high school and what a time I had here…read more As the other reviewer stated the education was top notch and the teachers were great and really cared and mentored about life after school for the real world experience. Of course this review has to include something about the Pit, It was voted by USA Today as one of the best high school stadiums in the US to watch a football game. The atmosphere here is the best, as alumni arrive early and tailgate on nearby streets and houses. Every Cincinnatian should attend at least one football game at the Pit.

First: I'm a member of Southern Gateway Chorus, so you should read my review with that…read moreunderstanding. Second: I'm reviewing the member's experience of Southern Gateway. We have thousands of audience members who can review our performances. I joined SGC in 2008, because I wanted a secular place to sing. It's hard to imagine a more welcoming experience. I was encouraged to sing with the chorus at the first rehearsal I attended. They gave me an audition song to learn. My audition was sung in a quartet with 3 other experienced singers. I passed. At my induction ceremony, the whole chorus came by to shake my hand. Southern Gateway is a real brotherhood. We work hard at perfecting our craft, for 3 hours every Tuesday night. After rehearsal we get together for hot dogs, chili and beer, and sing some more, mostly in quartets. We attend each other's weddings, and we sing at member's funerals. We have several father-son groups in the chorus, and we celebrate bringing friends to sing. We compete in our district, and most years at the BHS International competition. We put on two local shows per year (Spring and Holiday), and sing at various other shows around the region. At the holidays we sing at Saengerfest, at St. Francis Seraph in OTR. We give free concerts to support music programs in schools, and help to put on a summer camp for high-school singers. If you are a man who loves to sing, you should check out the Southern Gateway Chorus.

Great School For Basketball and Volleyball. Seems like the School is on the uprise The last 4 years.read more

During Clay Eifert's tenure as principal this school was an inner city school but the students…read morerevered Clay. They listened to him, behaved and the school and campus were safe. Mike Holtz has been the principal for several years and the school is not the same. It's not a special inner city school. It's just an inner city school. Students are rough and lawless. In these unfortunate times where schools have had to amp up security because of mass shootings, Holy Cross doesn't even lock their doors. They have a no drugs/alcohol policy but take a whiff anywhere on that campus and see how well that's enforced. I wouldn't send my child there if Holy Cross paid me.

From the 2018 vault of unpublished reviews: This is a review specifically for the event space at…read morethe Auditorium. I went to see the Cincinnati Men's Chorus 2018 holiday show (courtesy of Yelp - thank you!). The space was absolutely fantastic. I love the regal feel of the old theater architecture: it's a hybrid of Neo-Classical meets Art Deco: simply stunning! There are so many cool architectural features including a Greek/Roman nautical theme, and beautiful Rookwood drinking fountains. Who could help being inspired when studying/learning/performing in such a grand space? It's so great to see the obvious pride and alumni involvement that Walnut Hills has reflected in the preservation of their beautiful campus.

Walnut Hills High School is one of the finest high schools in the country and in the city of…read moreCincinnati. It is the #83 high school in the country. My understanding is that it offers more AP classes than any other school in the country. I was in the class of 2004. I had an amazing experience at the "'Nut". I made friends there that I shall keep for years to come. This education changed my life for the better. The teachers are all inspiring and amazing. I spent a lot of my time in the theater and music department with Mr. Peters, Mrs. Peters, and Mr. Ben Basone. These teachers inspired me to devote my life to the arts. I have emerged as a well rounded and driven adult who has become an actor, singer, stage manager, and now an arts marketer devoted to spreading the arts throughout. The school is incredibly diverse and offers a lot of resources for any type of student. I would recommend this school to any parent who wants their kids to get a great education. However, there is a test to gain entry. Now don't freak out... is passable unless you are a complete idiot. One of the questions is, "How many sides does a triangle have."

I can't rate the school on it's education factor or anything of the like. This review is strictly…read morefor the building of the Mason High School itself. I went to watch a mock dance competition in the auditorium and WOW.. this school is huge, and amazing. I'm guessing if they put this much money into the school, the staff has to be top notch. It's a beautiful school with amazing and clean facilities. The auditorium was large and it felt as if I should be paying an admission to come and watch this event here. There was a swim meet going on the same day, and I couldn't believe they had a pool inside the school. It was packed upstairs so I can only imagine what that area looked like. If you are heading to the school for an event, I'd say you are in for a nice surprise.

Our youngest is a senior here. It's been a great place for her to learn. She has really flourished…read morehere.