Palo Verde High Magnet School

Palo Verde has really "turned it around". Take a look at our Achievements: In the 2011-2012 school year, Palo Verde earned a B rating according to the Arizona Department of Education Letter Grade Evaluation. 99% of Palo Verde students completed the AIMS testing in 2011-2012 school year. 86% graduation rate in 2012. 80% of students show overall satisfaction with school (2012 School Quality Survey) Over 60 students participated in job shadow/internship experiences in the 2011-2012 school year. First high school in TUSD to hold AP Boot Camp. Finished 4th in TUSD Superintendent s Cup Competition in 2012. Placed 2nd in the State Girls Soccer Tournament in 2012. Reached the Final 4 in the State Girls Basketball Tournament in 2012. Best of the Best Award - 2012 Cleanest High School in TUSD. I'm proud of our STUDENTS, our TEACHERS & STAFF, and the dynamic moving force: the ADMINISTRATION! Take a look yourself. Attend our Fine Arts Presentations, see the "Students of the Month" and Award ceremonies, watch our Athletes in their chosen sports. These students are succeeding and on the move to be successful in their future endeavors.
—Submitted by a teacher

It's sad to see what Palo Verde has turned out to be. It was such a great school in the past and now not only are locker doors just hanging all broken, but they can't even keep the teachers, one of my son's still doesn't have a math teacher and it's already the beginning of the second quarter. My other son keeps getting his classes switched around( no teacher, not enough students, etc.) So sad!!! We'll be looking for another school for next year.
—Submitted by a parent

guys here are so annoying like joey gordon eddie romero and austin montgomery they will get on your nerves!

Palo Verde is one of the best schools that I have been to in a long time. A vast majority of teachers are extreamly dedicated to their students safety, well-being and education. Homework being lost is unheard of. (It's only been 'stolen' by the boogyman at Fry's.) PV's extracurricular activities are near perfect. In my freshmen year (05-06) the varsity football team won the state championship. Also, 06-07's Titan Players (advanced drama students, which I am 1 of)made it to state competitions. I've had excellent teachers like Mr. Anderson, Mrs. Johnson, and Ms. Ihrke. Mr Anderson had taught me so much in my Soph. Honors english class that I was more then happy to know I had him for junior english (due to a lack of space in our EVER growing AP classes.)Students with a desire to learn learn much. Believe it from someone that's been going, and STILL goes.
—Submitted by C. McKinley, a student

Palo Verde does have its weak spots, just like every other school across the world. Your never going to find a perfect school. I would highly recommend Palo Verde as a high school of choice though. The students at Palo Verde have the right to speak their minds, and their voice is always heard. If the parents really want to help their child, and are being ignored, then they should go down to the school, and address the problem to whom it may concern; and there should be no excuse to why they cant. If they have the time to worry about it, they have the time to confront it. The faculty is always willing to help, and always there if a fault is made. I have attended Palo Verde for 3 years, senior now, and love it. If you want more information contact me, I'd be happy to help.
—Submitted by Sapphire R., a student

The school does not focus on its priorities and goals as should be for a 'Engineer & Technology'. It also does not have good staff who are able to give parent a right answer rightaway.
—Submitted by a parent

I have attended Palo Verde for 3 years now, going on my senior year. I love it here! Teachers are great and so are the principals and the activities. There are so many to chose from! I'm a member of volleyball, YES, DECA and student council. High school is what you make of it, if your kids aren't involved, don't participate in class, or just don't talk to their teachers about their grades or ask questions then yes, you might not like PV...but every school is that way unless it's a charter school in which you don't get the activities or AP and honors courses.
—Submitted by a student

My child will not be attending next year. I found the teachers detached and disinterested. My daughter's homework was lost by more that one teacher on more than one occasion. Homework credit was given to some and not to others for identical work handed in at the same time. When I sent a note asking why, I was ignored. My child received high marks on work that contained incorrect grammar, spelling, punctuation, etc. but fulfilled the assignment objective of writing an Argumentative paper. Quite a disservice!
—Submitted by a parent

I would love to know what planet is tucson living on. The administration just turn their heads like there is a problem with the children. Not dealing with the entire problem. We have only been living here for one year and I must say things need to change in tucson and at Palo Verde.
—Submitted by carolyn, a parent

Great school for technical/engineering prep.
—Submitted by a parent

Palo Verde is a very great school for students looking to get a excellent education before entering college. Palo Verde has tremendous extracurricular activities. PV won this year's first 2005 State 4A Division Championship since 1972. PV also has a fantastic musical program for students including choir, orchestra, and band. There is also Titan players which is a drama club which performs for the school. There is basketball, football, softball, soccer, baseball, volleyball, dance, and cheerleading if you're interested in sports. PV also gives great after school clubs and tutoring in Math, Science, and other classes to. Parents are a big part of PV to with helping with fundraisers, showing support for our teams, and just being there for their kids. PV has a friendly campus with a two story building and a gigantic gym. Palo Verde is sure to keep your child educated and involved to become a future star.
—Submitted by a student

This school has a great academic program that is very progressive. They have very versatile extracurricular activity programs that keep the student interested. But the level of parent involvement opportunities are a little lacking. Overall a great school!
—Submitted by a parent

This school is one of the best their are hardly any racism, gangs, ethnic fights etc teachers respect u and Mr.Gasteulleum is the best.
—Submitted by Sergio, a student

This school has gone through 4 principals in the last 10 years-- at least. Every time you turn around; a new principal. One of the latest principals made it impossible for teachers to implement discipline and the school suffered because of it. I would avoid this school until there is a greater control of the students and the staff is supported.
—Submitted by a parent

The teachers don't seem at all invested in the success of their pupils.
—Submitted by Dave, a parent

If you want your teenager to get a proper high school education, I suggest you take them to another school. Palo Verde High School is so unorganized, its hard to find where the chalkboard begins and where it ends.
—Submitted by Joshua Ain, a former student

there is a huge teacher shortage, hardly and discipline, the principal who was supposed to make the school better was just fired due to excessive complaints from teachers, and not ebough money goes toward extra curricular activities
—Submitted by a parent

I love the school,especially the teachers like Anderson, Gonzalez, Feehs, and Soulier are the best!
—Submitted by a former student

Palo Verde High Magnet School has been a awesome experience for our Family. The teacher's are very good. The teacher we have had care very much about our child's education. We have not ran across one negative issue. We are very happy with Palo Verde.

Overall the school has been a huge disappointment. The new principal, Dr. Bishop will do wonderful things for the school in the years to come, but the current administration under her needs to be overhauled. Always an excuse why things are bad, no one wants to claim responsibility for errors that are made.