My daughter has been enrolled at St. Francis since junior kindergarten. It's a truly wonderful…read moreenvironment; the teachers and staff are extremely supportive and caring and the goshen campus is unmatched in its facilities. She has healthy lunch options prepared each day by professional chefs. 64 acres of land, playgrounds and outdoor classrooms to run off that kid-energy... Great sports programs, we've done soccer each year and she continues to improve as a player and learn the value of teamwork. The friendships she's formed at St Francis are invaluable. I'm pleased to be in the company of other families there who hold education in high regard. The best testimonial I can give is that my kid really loves the school. She's excited to go back after summer break and is genuinely bummed out when she has a day off during the school-year. St. Francis makes learning fun for kids and streamlines the process for parents. High recommended! (and yes you can afford it)

We have 3 children now at the high school downtown and our journey with St. Francis began in…read morekindergarten out in Goshen with our oldest in 2007. We have found it to be a compassionate, inclusive environment where children are treated with respect and educational goals are individualized. As our children have gotten older the academic rigor has increased appropriately and our children have continued to be challenged. We have always believed that the faculty on both campuses is top notch. As we've gotten to know the high school faculty we have been astounded by their outstanding qualifications and passion for the subject matter-truly some of the finest high school faculty anywhere. As our oldest prepares to graduate we feel validated in our commitment to St. Francis School.

So far, so good. My son has been attending preschool here for the last month. They are reasonably…read morepriced in my opinion. It's just a short walk from my job so that is great. The director is super nice, friendly, and understanding. I really like her, a lot. So easy to talk to and willing to go above and beyond for you and your child. My sons teachers seem to be as equally nice, friendly, and helpful. They have been great to my son. Coming from being a stay at home mom and him always being with me, he was able to take to preschool very well. I give this credit to his wonderful teachers as well as the director.

This used to be a great school. The standards have fallen tremendously since I was in school 20…read moreyears ago. Now, fights happen more frequently and my daughter said they won't kick anyone out due to "no student left behind". That has nothing to do with bad behavior kids, and that is for kids who have bad grades. Besides that, when your child signs up for the traditional program, you sign a contract that you essentially are going to be more involved with your child. It also explains behavior expectations. 2 of the fights last week, a student was jabbed with an object. One if the fight was a kid being jumped by a group of others. The principal this year does not communicate like the principal last year. If he does, I would like to know how. I haven't received an email or text, about this problem. I guess they aren't going to address it to the parents. I even asked the PTSA group about this issue and can't get a response. If you are considering this school, be aware it is not the same if you once attended years ago. Giving 3 stars since I would rate our other public schools 1-2. Jefferson County Public Schools is horrible, in my experience.

Way back in the 80's (yes, the 80's, children), I was a wee high school student and I attended the…read morehallowed halls of this fine institution. The overall philosophy of the place was akin to 70's free love, communal education. We addressed our teachers by their first names. My English class was held in a room with few tables and no desks. There were sofas and floor cushions everywhere. Most of the teachers were awesome. There were a few boneheads (you know who you are). Martha Ellison and Doug Proctor were a finely tuned educational machine. They churned out many creative, balanced, independent thinkers. Once they were no longer involved with the Brown School, everything seemed to slide downhill. The new regime swung in the direction of traditional education with standardized testing driving the process. It seriously sucked. I was fortunate enough to graduate the year that this regime took power. I was also fortunate enough to reap the benefits of the patient, devoted teachers at the Brown School. Special thanks go to Lois, Karen, and Gaye. They know know why. The dream team of Martha and Doug get five stars. Today, the Brown School hardly pays homage to her roots. So, we'll settle at three stars and call it even.

A friend and I went to the 7pm showing of "TMI: Sex Education". It was hilarious! The show is…read moregeared toward middle school students and teaching them the basics of sex education in a funny, light-hearted manner. I was hoping it would be a little more risque, but since they received a grant to use the show in schools they have to keep it clean. The show features a classroom of puppet students who are all embarrassed to be learning about sex ed. We laughed a ton as the puppet teacher made the puppets and the audience repeat different sex terms! The puppetteers did a great job with voices, timing and manipulating the puppets! The venue for the show is in the Highland Community Center on Breckenridge St. If you look at the building from the outside you will see it is an old church. It is very charming and has loads of character. When the church population dwindled they looked for tenants to help with the building costs. That's how the Squallis Puppetteers found their place. The "Hall of Puppets" has some of their VERY large puppets and is on the second story of the building, available for you to go and see/take pics with. It has some awesome puppets, including a huge Hunter S. Thompson that was part of Forecastle Festival! The music for "TMI" was done by Jim James, of My Morning Jacket. He is apparently a good friend of the puppet masters and it made the show even cooler! (MMJ also recorded a record in the same building-fyi) I asked about the Squallis Puppetteers adding a more adult-themed show and they said they have had several similar requests. I'm hoping they are able to do so because I know it would be spectacular! It's a cheap $5 way to have a few laughs and feel like a kid while watching a puppet show!

My daughter has thrived at Atherton. We were worried about high school because she had been in…read moreprivate schools for six/seven years. But she got into the band, and it's been all good this year. OK. She's only a freshman, so I only have a year to go by. I will update this review as we go along. But, as a parent, everything about AHS has felt good as we moved into the community. The principal as good; her teachers have been good. I mean, our fears of transitioning from private to public school were high and serious. But, it's all been fine. Band has been great for our daughter. AHS is a great school, IMO. I will update this review as we go along.

A strong academic focused school. The faculty is superb and it's safe. Students can thrive and be…read morewho they are. Athletics is improving and the school spirit is on the upswing. Really like the principal, the medical pathway teachers, coaches and the sense of community. Being an International Baccalaureate (IB) school really puts students who want to excel on a great journey...college admissions are paying attention to Atherton.

Christian Academy of Indiana is a national leader in Christian education. The Indiana campus is…read morepart of the Christian Academy School System in the metro Louisville area. It is the largest Christian school system in America and known for academic success, Christian character development, Biblical teaching, service, and academic support. The school has approximately 1,000 students and supports K-12 as well as preschool students. There is no better partner than Christian Academy to have in raising your children in academic endeavors and spiritual growth. Both are essential in preparing students for the challenges ahead. Check out CAI at http://caschools.us/ "For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world, and loses his own soul?" - Mark 8:36 I cannot speak more highly of my family's personal experience with this fine school. All of my children attend CAI and each one is individually nurtured and supported. The faculty and staff are some of the finest as professionals and as men and women of godly character.

Good Teachers, Good learning (If you pay attention), and some bad students. DO NOT LISTEN TO LEA G!read more

Bad kids, Bad staff that don't care, kids aren't learning as well as other Greater Clark County…read moreschools.