Anzar High School

Blatant favoritism, bias, and protectiveness for sub-par curriculum and educators were the hallmarks of my high school career. What must have begun as an attempt to offer a unique high school experience, one that fostered personal relationships between teachers and students and developed critical thinking skills along-side academic knowledge, never saw fruition. Academic knowledge often took a backseat to critical thinking or a teacher s personal interests, and I found myself having to supplement my knowledge with additional studies to match the high school education of college peers. The personal relationships lauded so highly by the faculty during my time there were paid for with the neglect of others. I don t contend that this neglect was purposeful or malicious, but merely a by-product of the failed educational experiment that is Anzar. Uniqueness based on a model that achieves success beyond the norm is admirable; however uniqueness for the sake of uniqueness, when it denies students the experience and education they are entitled to is condemnable.

Very pleased with Anzar. Appreciate teachers and willingness to spend one-on-one time with students. Love small school atmosphere, and access to staff is comfortable. Parental involvement is encouraged, something not always possible in a larger environment. Could use more gifted programs, but I understand what budget constraints can do to program offerings. Principal is more than administrator, a true advocate for what they are seeking to accomplish for all kids. I have/had 3 kids here, oldest now college frosh at CSU, feels really well prepared. No doubts my other ones will get into wherever they want to go and do well with what they have learned here.
--Submitted by a parent

Anzar High School is one of the best high schools in the area. The teachers care about their students and challenge them in every subject. No student is left behind. I love how they involve the parents and community and keep us up to date on future activities and progress reports through schoolloop. Our family Loves Anzar!
--Submitted by a parent

Anzar has high standards for academics, but what makes this school truly great is the sense of community instilled in the students, faculty and staff. Through strong leadership and example they encourage a love of learning and use the EPERRs to get the students to really think about what they're learning. I LOVE ANZAR!
--Submitted by a parent

Because my grandson is going there and it has been an excellent experience for him - great teachers, great school
--Submitted by a parent

My Son is attending his first year in high school at Anzar and is having a great time learning and has excellent experiences with his teachers this year. I also met with the principal and she was very helpful in assisting me with any questions I have had. The school is small and gives more one on one attention. Go Anzar Hawks!!!!
--Submitted by a parent

My daughter loves this school and it fits her very well. The principal is involved, knows all the students, and is reachable. The teachers, for the most part, and demanding and creative. They may not be able to offer what a big school does, but they are a great small school.
--Submitted by a parent

Was disappointed with the maturity level of some teachers/admin. at this school. To state this school is college prep. is perhaps a mission statement of what they hope to achieve. Their API score is not above 80%, and the curriculum is lacking in diversity. If you child want to go straight to a Junior College this small home-town high school is fine. But if you are hoping for placement in the UC system you had better make sure your child aces the SAT.
--Submitted by a parent

its really small, the amount of cliques is dumb. The teachers make you make time for them and dnt help
--Submitted by a student

The principal of this school rocks. She is wonderful.
--Submitted by a parent