Barry Goldwater High School

AuH2O Go Bulldogs! ............... I am proud to say I went here because this school is a very great school and is excellent for your kid.
—Submitted by a student

The information stated in a review regarding a BGHS security monitor is completely untrue. Those types of allegations are reckless, irresponsbile and inappropriate. The Phoenix police investigation yielded absolutely no evidence to suggest anything but an unfortunate and terrible accident. As a community we want to focus our efforts and thoughts to a complete and speedy recovery. The school remains a safe and caring place for learning.
—Submitted by a teacher

I am a proud Bulldog parent with a senior and freshman sons in this school. I am very proud that the school has finally earned the A+ School of Excellence . The principal, teachers, counselors,staff members and students really worked hard in achieving this rating. I owe it to this school why my senior son is so focused and inspired to be successful. I am glad that they not only nurtured his intelligence, I acknowledge that they have helped him to be a good and responsible citizen as well through their various clubs, sports and activities, His teachers did not only focused in teaching their syllabus, they were also caring and inspiring . I look forward to another 4 years with BGHS.
—Submitted by a parent

I attended Goldwater all 4 years of high school. I never personally cared to attend any of the school events (e.g. homecoming, prom, sports games, etc.) but they were always widely encouraged, and always available. The principal is proud to be a part of the school, and he often goes around the campus and supervises things such as lunch, occasional classroom visits, and the likes. The teachers are great, and in almost all cases they treat the students with respect. So long as the students do the same. The teachers make sure they remain appropriate in the classrooms, but they still understand that their students aren't grade school children. They know that the kids learn better in a fun, but stern environment. My favorite teachers (also the ones i learned best from) were the ones that weren't afraid to joke around, and have fun. They still taught plenty, but they didn't just teach from the textbook, and they didn't maintain an air of absolute seriousness at all times. The schools got a lot of great teachers, wonderful curricula, and a wide range of options for students to pursue. I may not have attended a lot of events, but i'm proud to have been a Goldwater Bulldog.
—Submitted by a student

I am proud to say I have been a part of an A+ School of Excellence. Recently returning to BGHS as an employee (I am alumni) has been an incredible experience. The students are amazing young adults, the staff is caring and professional and the community has accepted me with open arms. It's a great experience to come to Goldwater every day and I look forward to helping th students whenever they walk in my office.
—Submitted by a teacher

This school is quite amazing. I have gone there since mid-freshman year and I have enjoyed every minute. Just today, I took part in graduating the ACE plus program, offered by GCC through Goldwater, and a couple of our counselors went to it. I wasn't sure, if others school counselors were there, but it shows that the staff is dedicated to our school. Which is awesome. The school was named an A+ School of Excellence and it makes me feel better going there because we can prove that we are a great school. The performing arts is an outstanding area too. We have a reputation of the best in the district. I hear that from students from other high schools in the district. Our sports aren't as good, but they don't let EVER let losing discourage them. They pursue victory with honor. Like our awesome principal told us we should do. :)
—Submitted by a student

I think that Goldwater is an amazing school, Just today we were named an A+ School of Excellence by the Arizona Education Foundation! The teachers are great and always wanting to help the students learn. There is a variety of academic programs and clubs availible. Although our sports are currently not the best, they are improving. It is a great environment to work in a nd I would highly recomend this school to anyone.
—Submitted by a student

What a great school! Over the last year I have seen so much improvement and I am excited to see more. The teachers are wonderful and do a great job with the diversity in the school. I think the overcrowding of some classes is an issue, it would help students more if the classes were smaller, which means more teachers and not less.
—Submitted by a parent

I have always found the teachers to be most cooperative when questions are raised and always respond to e-mails. My overall experience with the school as a parent has been wonderful.
—Submitted by a parent

This school has a great sense of pride. The individuality expressed by students is far greater than most schools and the teachers are phenominal. The IB program is defidently a plus to the overall success however the counseling is poor and needs improvement.
—Submitted by a student

As a graduate of BGHS, I experienced the school first-hand and I can tell you from my experience it is a safe school. I had fun there and felt safe and productive. The only downside is the school and staff doesn't put much emphasis on college. Out of all the alumni in my class, very few went to college, and even fewer graduated college. The school prepares students academically, but I wish they would've put more emphasis on college, and what to do to get into one.
—Submitted by a student

If Your Child Is Bright Enough to Earn An International Baccalaureate (IB) Certificate Or Degree, Barry Goldwater's IB Program Is Academically Outstanding .
—Submitted by a parent

this school is awesome. the diversity is great and i cant wait to go back
—Submitted by a student

I see many parents complaining about the school..At what point do we let our kids work for what they need to move on in life..My daughter does very well at BGHS when we push her, her teachers have been helpful when treated with respect and not accused of not doing their job .
—Submitted by a parent

I give top marks for the staff of BGHS. They have been helpful and supportive, doing the best they can with what they have. A school is made up of Students, Teachers, Parents and Administrators. What I find disturbing is the lack of respect and a general bad attitude of a limited population of the student body.
—Submitted by a parent

My experience with Goldwater last year was awful. The staff is extremely uncooperative, and many of the teachers offer little-to-no support. I left my counselor's office crying more than once. I enjoy school very much and have very high ambition for my future, but this school brought me very close to the point of giving up on my education altogether. I transferred out of this school after completing my freshman year, and am much happier now. This school is extremely unsafe and academically lacking. Definitely not recommended.
—Submitted by a student

As a graduate of this school, the teachers were always great and did help out the student that needed and asked for help. The only downfall were the counselers. There are some that really connect with the students and others that really make the students turn the other way. Any student that has the drive will excell in this school.

So far I have been very impressed with BGHS. As a freshman this year, my son has had the utmost in cooperation from his counselor and all of his teachers with his ADHD and a new 504 plan. Everyone that I have been in communication with has been very friendly, helpful, and encouraging. Thanks!
—Submitted by a parent

BGHS only offers a quality education to the smart and the rich kids and doesn't care about the average student. What little security they do have looks the other way. Only one teacher in my child's entire freshman year cared, at first, about his grade and used to send e-mails, but even that has stopped. 99% Of the staff members are discourteous and act like they couldn't care less about your questions. This is definitely not a good school.
—Submitted by M, a parent

BGHS has great potential. However, lack of teacher concern puts everything back on the student, especially those in honors classes. Student electives are being cut due to funding, some of which teach life skills. There are bigger issues than funding and if you want to keep enrollment with quality students coming from other parts of the district then they need to have the help and guidance required to get students through the programs (IB and pre-IB). Definitely needs some improvement!
—Submitted by a parent