My perspective for this review is probably going to be different. I was a visiting guest…read moreartist/assistant for an all day ceramic workshop for the juniors and seniors taking ceramics. I arrived early with Professor Cottrell from FSCJ and brought in wheels and supplies for the day and then checked in at the office for our guest badges. I did complete the background check process for Duval County Schools ahead of my visit. Being a school focused on arts was just fun to take in- art everywhere. The school plays music in between classes- fun or quirky music. Outside of the ceramics class was an outdoor sculpture garden filled with student and guest artists work! Including works from my professor. I was impressed with how clean the studio was and also intrigued about curriculum. Most of the students had never thrown on the wheel- which made things interesting. Our actual project was a handbuilt pumpkin. We taught the students how to make pumpkins from slab roller, to texture/surface decorating, to building. And we saved plenty of time at the end of the day for cleanup- which I am pretty sure both teachers were stunned about! I have a habit of keeping a tight schedule when doing events like this. My professor recently discovered my hidden talent and that's how I was invited to Douglas Anderson. I hope to return again for future projects- the exchange of ideas amongst creatives is always inspiring to me.

I attended this school when I was much younger, so I cannot comment much on the current curriculum…read more All I know is that most people who attended school here wore DA goggles. Lol. Back when I went, the curriculum was similar to college in that you had a proposed major and all your teachers were actually artistically inclined in some way or another. (I remember my government teacher was a guitar player.) The arts span both visual and performing arts (2-d and 3-d visual artists, dancers, musicians, vocalists, actors, even theatre technical staff). When I attended, they did not have culinary arts or graphic arts (since the internet was still in its infancy.... wow does this review make me sound like a dinosaur? haha), but maybe it has changed now. Who knows? Anyway, I wish I had stayed for the entire 4 years of high school, but fear of becoming a starving artist and teasing from my bro drove me out of this school. The irony is I now work at the creative department in my company designing things... Lol. If you've got a budding artist or performer in your family, definitely consider this magnet school. You got to audition, and it's much easier to become a student if you're a freshman. So don't wait too long to try out!

Fleas in auditorium and personal parking spots that they told me to move out of the way and rude…read morecoaches

I realize schools are under attack on many levels...I SUPPORT public education having had a 30 yrs…read morecareer in it and I realize things have changed. My daughter asked me to pick up my granddaughter for a dentist appt. (legit) which I have done before. This time we (20-25 parents) had to wait outside behind gate (looks prison like-one of the changes) I'm looking around and a parent tells me to go find this lady who'll take my ID and child's name. I do, but very unorganized. I wait 20 minutes and another lady comes out and calls out names on ID to return (no kids). I say "are you the principal?" She says "yes", I say "you need a faculty meeting to figure out a better way to do this." Maybe she was having a bad day but she went off in a huff! What? She can't take suggestions? Her faculty can't help with this procedure? Everyone only gets one chance for a 1st impression and the procedure to check out students this day......needs improvement!

The worst school for kids with special needs. The staff are not trained to work with kids with…read moreAutism. My child was abused by a staff member and DCF had to open a case to get them to address it. Please don't send your child here. You will regret it.

This school is PERFECT for my son! He's starting his 3rd year there & LOVES it! He's never liked…read moreschool before & even went to the best elementary school. The small class sizes, individual attention and no assigned homework has made a HUGE difference in our family life. On the rare occasion he doesn't finish his work at school because of a doctor/dentist appointment, he comes home & immediately completes his work. He NEVER cared about his schoolwork & homework was ALWAYS a struggle until he started at Center Academy at St. John's Bluff. I am so thankful to have options such as this school because some kids just don't do well at large public schools and need different accommodations that other schools can't offer. Plus we have NEVER had a bullying issue or anything even close to that. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Center Academy if your child has unique needs.

My niece attended school here. The school helped her exceed to the fullest of her singing…read moreabilities. I enjoyed going to the Concerts that the students would perform in. Great job to the staff and the students to make this school a great place to attend. Recommend? Yes

This school did not do anything about bullying while i attended and every thing pretty much went…read moredown hill after Principal Knight left, the new principal would tell me to smile when she saw me in the hallway.. im not smiling because of you sis. the only thing good about this school is the arts, the principal can get way better, so can the staff.

A beautiful church in Riverside, Jacksonville…read more I had the honor of watching some friends tie the knot at this church and it was absolutely beautiful! The architecture of this church is beautiful and the acoustics inside were to match. Seems like it would be nice to come here for a Sunday service.

Love this church. Old and beautiful. Please help the congregation! We live in Riverside so we just…read morewalk to it each week.

My daughter is in her third year of high school at Greenwood school in the Arlington area. This is…read morea school for special children who may learn differently and require closer, caring support. The classes are small. The curriculum is challenging. I'm very pleased with their new Principal. Their Music program is the best. It is a bit pricey... but worth it. Recommend!

After spending time in the public school system since Pre-K, along with a stint at a private school…read morewhich has since closed, my twin sons, now 22 years old, began attending Greenwood in the 6th grade. Both of my sons had completed an assessment for admission to Greenwood a couple of years prior, but did not meet the requirements at that time. I was disappointed, because I'd heard great things about Greenwood. Alas, Greenwood knew what they were doing. My boys just weren't ready yet. That's the kind of caring you will find at Greenwood! Any school could enroll students just to fill seats. But the head of school (Mrs Connell, now retired) at the time knew my sons would be in over their heads if they started Greenwood when we first applied. My mother was a teacher. So I've always been acutely aware of what teachers do and have nothing but respect for teachers! I certainly appreciate and wanted a good education for my sons, but trying to find and finance it as a single Mom was not easy. One day, though, the stars aligned, my boys were accepted at Greenwood, and with the help of the McKay Scholarship and financial aid through the generosity of others, my children were where they needed to be, to be their best. Of course, not every student will be a perfect fit at every school. But if your child has an IEP, has learning differences and could benefit from educators who understand that; as well as smaller class sizes - I urge you to check out Greenwood. I will forever be grateful to the faculty & staff at Greenwood... For treating my sons as individuals...for providing an optimum environment...for helping them grow in numerous aspects. I could go on! Greenwood is much more than just a private school. There is a difference at Greenwood. If you are searching for a positive change and a better situation for your child, please consider Greenwood.

This is one of the worst schools ever. Never and I repeat never put your child In this school. This…read moreis not an "A" rated school, also most staff are mean and don't care. Some staff most likely don't even have a degree to teach. Children at this school are mean and the staff doesn't even care to help. This is by far the worst "A" rated school in Duval.

i do not like this school. i would rate it a solid 0/5 but thats not possible, so i give it a 1…read more there are many teachers who make students feel terrible. ive had one teacher tell me that i was asking for attention, and that i need to calm down. i calmed down after i had a teacher who actually cared for me comfort me. the other teacher was screaming at me for breaking a minor rule. the teacher who comforted me quit because the school was not treating her right. i completely understand her leaving. i even once had another teacher tell me that i should listen to a man who believed women shouldnt have the right to vote. what is wrong with this school??? if i could leave, i would.

My daughter just finished (graduated) 8th grade from KIPP Impact and was a member of their…read moreinaugural class (5th through 8th grade). I am very pleased with this school and highly recommend it to anyone wanting their child to get a good education. KIPP is a charter school with a different outlook. The class days are long and the work is hard, but the support system provided is excellent. Their goal is to prepare the children for high school and college and I truly believe my daughter is more prepared for high school now than the average 8th grader.

What a great school. This is a smaller high school, everyone knows each other and so its a…read morecomfortable place for the kids. The sports teams are not so good but the kids give it their all. The school offers a christian based education, with college prep classes and they offer AP and honors too. The teachers seem to mostly be nice and the place is like a big family. The facilities are nice, kept up well, and SAFE. I am ever so happy I found this place to send my kids, they are thriving here!

I was provided with a hands on learning experience and I feel a personal connection with my…read moreteachers and friends. Bishop Snyder offers art programs, such as Art, yearbook, band, choir, and newspaper. Our sports teams are alright and perform fine. If you want a more inclusive school regarding sexual identity, race or religion I suggest looking elsewhere.