14 minutes ago DePaul is the best school I've ever gone to,…read morethe academics are strong and there are plenty of activities and clubs and sports to get to know people. To the people who say " it's a fake catholic school" well it's not they teach religion so you can study the bible and they have a 98% graduation rate, and i know everyone keeps saying the deans are soooo strict, but yess they have to be strict otherwise teenagers could do so many bad things if they're not disciplined. Discipline is important for young minds to grow and learn to become better versions of themselves, DePaul is a amazing place to send your kids and you should definitely send them there

There is essentially no support for students with learning disabilities, even when full…read moredocumentation from doctors, therapists, and hospital evaluations is provided. Communication with outside professionals was ignored in my experience, and there was no genuine effort to offer accommodations. From what I experienced, it felt like students only get taken seriously if they push extremely hard, to the point that legal pressure seems to be the only way anything gets addressed. The attendance policy is also extremely harsh and unrealistic. Missing more than a few days due to illness results in automatic grade penalties, This creates an environment where students are penalized for being sick, which is unreasonable. Overall, the environment reflects the structure of the school many students are unhappy, and dissatisfaction is widely shared among families. After my family left, multiple other families reached out asking how we did it because they were considering leaving as well. For the cost of tuition, the level of support and care is far below expectations. In my experience, the school prioritizes rules over students and does not provide a supportive academic environment. I would not recommend this school Try else where.

The middle school was HELL bad students but good resources. the faculty is very nice…read more Students : 2/10 Faculty : 8/10

Good education I think it's a very good school for kids education they will learn pretty fastread more

Great place to be! Student are very engaged in what they do at Speer. Not only does Speer have…read moreexceptional teachers, but the students are amazing! The culture developed at Speer has taught them how to prepare for college. The new building,awesome electives, and athletics is just some of the assets Speer carrries as a school.

This school is so strict for no reason it's so irritating they definitely put Mexicans over every…read morebody the lunch is nasty and the teachers are weird they think a phone is more important than students mental health it's so sad I'm college we won't need to do any of these things

Came to an event here to celebrate parent leaders. The campus was clean and beautifully decorated…read morewith Puerto Rican murals. Staff were very friendly.

I went to Clemente way back in the day, and have done a few things with them over the years as an…read moreadult. I think the school gets a bad rap but is actually not bad at all. You have kids from all over the Chicago land area and the school is really upgraded over the years. And the peope who seem to have negative comments obviously never went there. I think that most of the time, the gentrification plays a key role in TRYING to deminish the school, but guess what? Its not going anywere and has gained momentum. Roberto Clemente is a school that does well in the Community, but of course you have JERKS who just move in and think they can get the school out of this neighborhood. Kids will be kids so stop with the negativity because jealousy is such a bad disease. Its not a bad place, but you need to go there to experience it. They're steel band is ALWAYS on top nation wide, what do you have to say about that.

Worst open house I have been to. The principal spent 35+ minutes talking about HER, her…read moreaccomplishments, HER family, her goals, her role as a parent...after going on more than 30 min only talking about HER, a lot of parents began to leave. I have been to other selective enrollment open houses and the principals at every other school got down to business and discussed what we were all there to learn, what programs the school offers, even presented current students to give their point of view of what they enjoyed about the school... However, here, the principal was more interested in flashing her Christian Louboutin heels than talking about why Payton is better than the other SSE HS...

My daughter graduated from Walter Payton 6 years ago. She excelled at Vanderbilt University and is…read morecurrently working on her MBA at University of Chicago. She flourished at WPHS and developed her skills in Math, Science, and critical thinking.

This school is amazing, so many different opportunities for every single student. You aren't forced…read moreto take a path because there are so many more to explore on your own. The teachers are great and get along with the students. The food is actually decent compared to the other high school foods. There's off campus lunch with lots of different food options around you. Lane literally has a bit of something for everyone. There are 100+ clubs it's so much fun. If you want a true high school experience then lane is the way!

I am aware Brian Tennison is now Supertindent. In…read moreretrospect, former Principal Brian Tennison was the most neglectful staff ever seen at Lane Tech College Prep. I am an adult who is 40 years old. I know right from wrong. Principal Tennison might have shook every Lane students hands while he was in office, he neglected their needs as far as stress goes. There was no relief, no therapist offered whatsoever. Brian Tennison did not care. Plus, he took away all the parents privileges to volunteer at their Prom. I was devastated at that time. Even though, my youngest daughter was unhappy about me not going to her prom. I would have been very happy without dancing and prom dinner. I rather be in the same ballroom with both my daughters' prom instead of dinner and dancing. We survived without it. I do not know who changed the prom volunteer policy. Hence I am very sad at Brian Tennison. Dr. Christopher Dignam was a very very excellent principal. Dr. Dignam allowed parents to participate as prom volunteers. You rock Dr. Christopher Dignam!!!!!! Does anyone have a say about the parents, prom and Dr. Chris Dignam?

A Graduation Speech by: Someone Who Did Not Earn Valedictorian or Salutatorian…read more Freshman Year: Pimple Ridden. My freshman year was the first time I had witnessed a fellow classmate become sexually abused via a Chicago bus. Yo, what? Sophomore Year: Geometry Stricken. Junior Year: Trigonometry went swell. Senior Year: I met the one. I hope you're safe out there. Sometimes Chicago feels and looks like a grey jungle. Was I an individual or an outcast? This is something I still ponder to this day. It's hard to find love in a city filled with so many souls that are constantly rushing everywhere. Chill. Slow down. Enjoy the little things. Life is finite. Appreciate people. Give respect to earn it. Von taught me these life lessons. Thank you. Good luck to all future generations to come. GO PANTHERS! Sincerely, A 2013 Alumni P.S.: Special thanks goes to every teacher I had the honor and privilege of meeting between 2009 to 2013. The intelligence you shared was priceless.

Education, yes, respect and appreciation for a job well done. Athletics for females? Completely…read moreshocking that a school with female principal and vice principal provide so little support for the girls sports. The only time you will see them at a female sporting event is if there is another event happening simultaneously or afterward - so they make an appearance. The new Athletic Director (and boys baseball coach) Cott...there is not a shred of evidence that he cares in the slightest. Good place to learn and grow....and I guess it is a great example of what the young ladies may unfortunately face the rest of their lives.

My Freshman & Sophomore years were the Best here. Great memories, great teachers. My parents and…read moreI moved to Florida to continue making memories. In my heart.

Great place to send your kids if you want them to be assaulted by other classmates and then the…read moreschool doesn't do a single thing to protect your child

Saint Patrick High School is truly a 10 out of 10 school. The teachers are dedicated, supportive,…read moreand genuinely care about helping students succeed both academically and personally. The school offers a strong curriculum that prepares students well for college and future careers while also providing numerous opportunities to get involved through athletics, clubs, and extracurricular activities. One of the best aspects of Saint Patrick is its welcoming community. Students are encouraged to develop leadership skills, build meaningful friendships, and grow in confidence. The faculty and staff create an environment where students feel supported and challenged to reach their full potential. The school also places a strong emphasis on character, discipline, and personal growth, helping students become responsible and successful individuals. Whether in the classroom, on the athletic field, or through community service, Saint Patrick High School consistently provides an outstanding experience. I highly recommend it to any student looking for a school that combines academic excellence, strong values, and a close-knit community.

I very disappointed to see a group of 14-16 year olds and their teachers in St. Patrick HS…read moremerchandise with signs reading STOP ABORTION standing right outside the doors of my bus stop today. 1. An all-boys school should not be promoting any influence against women's bodies. 2. These are young boys who are still navigating their beliefs, and teachers should not influence this type of rhetoric. I understand this is a common Catholic belief (along with anti-birth control when it comes to contraceptives), but I think a lot of those students will look back on this demonstration with regret as adults.