I would probably rate this school 4 stars if it wasn't for the ABSOLUTELY EXCELLENT BAND PROGRAM!!!…read moreI am going to be in Advanced Band next year and it is going to be what makes school life worth living! The teacher is a total professional and knows pretty much everything about band, so you're in good hands if you want to be in band! By the way, I am super obsessed with band, so that is why I keep talking about it lol. I very strongly recommend picking band as an elective if you go here! The Home Ec program is great too! The Home Ec teacher is pretty much the nicest person in the whole entire school. If you're thinking about what you should pick for your electives here, I definitely recommend doing Home Ec for at least one of your years here. The only problem is that it's semester-paired with Woodshop, and to be honest with you the teacher is not the nicest (as you have probably heard from other reviewers). The only issues I find with this school are either not really under the control of anyone or just my opinions. Obviously there are a lot of mean people and annoying kids, but that applies to every school in the whole world. Plus, the school is quite crowded during passing periods and lunchtime (everyone has the same lunchtime). I find it annoying when I walk behind couples and friend groups of popular and/or mean kids because they always walk slower than a bunch of turtles. I always have the urge to shout in their ears that I have places to go and that if I'm late it's their fault. Also, I think this school tries a bit too hard to prepare us for our future careers and college and stuff like that. They also do this thing called the "Paw Print" and it's where you have to present some projects (that no one even really cares about) in front of some random 7th+8th graders. Here are some HELPFUL HINTS about teachers and stuff if you are going to this school! 7th graders: Choose HONORS ENGLISH if possible. One of the non-honors English teachers is quite mean/strict. But don't worry because there is also a nice one. Also, I highly recommend choosing band for one of your electives! Best choice of my life! But watch out for the computer science/digital animation teacher because he has been reported multiple times for alleged inappropriate behaviour towards students. 8th graders: Dress appropriately and behave to your best ability especially in PE! There is an 8th grade PE teacher (who I actually like) who is pretty strict about these kinds of things. Also, think hard before you pick honors math. It is quite difficult compared to 7th grade math. Okay, that's all I have to say for now! Thanks for taking the time to read my super long review!

This school has been nothing but great for my daughter. It's large, but they still seem to be…read moreattentive to the students individual needs. :)

Who's House? C's House! Once a Centurion, always a Centurion!…read more CHS has improved drastically in terms of renovations since I graduated in 2005. Same goes with academic achievement and sports standings. Regardless of how shitty it was when I was a student there, I still support my alma mater and had nothing but fond, adolescent memories here. Ah, youth tastes so sweet and so good.

I do not like this school I know it has a really go reputation but the principals are just really…read moremean and don't care for what u have to say and my son will not attending this school next year I also don't like the fact that there has been lots of fights lately that my son tould me about and I think it's a really bad school

This is actually my first time stopping in. I e watched board meetings online, but this was my…read morefirst time in-person. Our Pack, 683, was invited to do the flag ceremony before the meeting began - the kids enjoyed the moment and were presented with awards commemorating the event. :) The facilities are nice, clean, and well kept! The meeting room is a good size, and the building as a whole is just a nice aesthetic. The staff and put council were nothing but kind and gracious to all of us, and on the whole I am happy with our school district and the efforts that they put in to help keep things moving in the right direction for our children.

I've come here for parent workshops and to pick up technology for my kiddo during COVID. Always…read morefriendly and clear. Workshops were informative and fun. Pickup was clearly marked. Don't forget your ID for technology pickup

It's been a great school for our littles, both have gone here from TK through 6th grade. The…read moreteachers and faculty have done a fine job, and I believe it reflects in the kids behavior and habits. Go Morris Mustangs! :)

Racist school no blacks in sight & they like it that way ! The staff is rude & need training again…read more I work with kids & it's clear a lot of the staff need up to date training on handling & speaking to children. The staff think the kids can't remember or won't repeat what's being done at school. My son has went to this school for 2 years & since day 1 he has experience different treatment than the "white kids" receive. He complained about being yelled at, asked "why you can't do it & the other kids can!" & being forced to complete his lunch after stating his full!!! I'm not tolerating my sin being mistreated & we are taking this to the next level. Before of the "Karen's" at this school even the principal

Best school I've ever attended. The community is small, yet so kind and welcoming. When I attended…read morethis school, I quickly made friends. Some of my best memories were at this school! The teachers and staff are so helpful and nice. The curriculum is also complex and great. Shout out to Mrs Boyle and Mrs Perrera.

I just love this school!! We've been here at St. Irenaeus for 7 years now and it's a great school!…read more The school curriculum is excellent, the teachers are all wonderful, the staff are all super helpful. The new principal seems to be a great fit and the parish is very supportive of the school. We are so happy to have chosen this school for our son!

I absolutely love this school they pray and read their bibles and have worship every Friday. I…read morewould recommend this school to anyone. It's affordable and they work with you financially. The staff is very friendly and nice

My daughter has been here for 2 yrs. It is the best thing that happened to us and I am so happy to…read morebe able to be apart of this school. The only bad thing is, it only goes to 6th grade!! I love the teacher, principle, and all the staff. They are really great people. So filled with the spirit of the lord. Thank you for all you do! Sunshine for days!

Circling back to discuss the "lack of rigor" from another poster. I am a public school educator…read more Many of the teachers here previously taught in the public school system, such as one who taught for 20 years in LAUSD. The rigor is there. The staff emails all the time and answers emails quickly without needing to set up appointments--that's a HUGE difference than public school. What GCS does better than public schools is give grace--late work is accepted, retesting is often offered, and more. The funny thing is, this is an equity issue that many public districts are just now doing--LBUSD and LAUSD both offer these now. GCS has been doing this for YEARS because it's part of the praxis of Christianity--if you can have a second chance, they'll give it to you. So thankful to be part of the GCS community. I never thought we'd be private school people, but Covid changed that. Now I see the huge difference between public and private education--and I teach in a public school.

This school lacks rigor and the staff does not work well with all parents. They do not have annual…read moreparent teacher conferences, which adds to their lack of willingness to communicate with parents.

Both my daughter attend this school. We unfortunately have had to move a lot. But due to that I can…read morewhole heartily say this school cares deeply about their students. It's been the best school they have attended. Both my girls grades have improved and are very happy here.

From a parent's perspective, the principal really cares and puts a lot of effort in to making this…read moreschool one the kids enjoy coming to. This review has been triggered by the art teacher, "Swihart." I've been told she prefers no pronouns. Lo and behold a month in and she has already lectured my child's class on how they can't judge a person's gender on how they look. Apparently, a student made a comment about a video the teacher chose to show the class, where a girl looked more like a "boy." I was told by my child, she pulled that student out to the hall for a talking to and then a few days later made a point to lecture the whole class on what they can't do when it comes to assuming someone's gender. Why can't we just stick to art, this is why so many people pull their students out of public school, because teachers take advantage of the authority they've been given and feel the need to indoctrinate. I'm all about freedom, believe what you want and please give our students the same freedom to have their own beliefs without intimidation. On a more positive note, the other five teachers have been wonderful. Even the art teacher, I don't believe she is terrible if she could be less about control and give the students the same freedoms she wants to enjoy. From a student's prospective, my child really enjoys art but no longer feels comfortable in this class so now they don't plan to take art for the remainder of middle school. Unfortunate because she is a good Art teacher. Please don't infringe on our freedom of religion, which teaches my family about what to believe when it comes to gender.

Despite the rumors that the school constantly has fights or is sketchy, Walker Junior High offers…read morean excellent STEAM and engineering program, along with strong visual and performing arts programs. There is a lot to appreciate about Walker. One notable program is called CORE, which focuses on teaching students about civics and also serves as an honors program for English and History. The school's admin is on top of all of the things that happen at the school, and they're able to keep it under control.

Has an awesome core/honors program for English and history! Offers after school sports and clubs…read more Diverse electives, and career pathways.