Seaside High School

i'm a frosh and excited that higher level classes are being offered. I really the ability to try the different classes out before I graduate.

Unbelievable changes - Being a part of this school as a teacher and parent is very exciting. Opportunities are vast and interventions are strong. A great place! A community of excellence - every student every day is not just words -- its a commitment!!!
--Submitted by a teacher

As a parent of 2 students at SHS I am delighted with the growth and progress over the last two years. There seems to be solid systems and structures in place to support student success. The admin and staff are warm and welcoming. This past week the Senior College night was packed with parents. I am glad to be at SHS at this time. My kids love SHS. Go Spartans!
--Submitted by a parent

Seaside High School teachers and staff have an unparalleled commitment to every student every day! I love the A / B block scheduling that lets students take 8 courses and experience more electives and gives teachers time to teach deep and meaningful lessons. This school has made a miraculous turn around and is only getting better each day. Dr. White is an outstanding principal who's leadership is unparalleled and above and beyond anything I've ever seen in my career.
--Submitted by a teacher

Seaside High School "A Community of Excellence. Every Student...... Everyday" has emerged as the quintessential leader of a " Turn Around Model School". Excellent leadership and communication by our administrators, Dr. White, Ms. Kevorkian and Mr. Moran have raised the level of high academic standards and expectations for students, teachers and staff. In addition to our academic programs, we have numerous student activities/clubs, and sports . At Seaside High we celebrate and appreciate our cultural diverse population with the words "Family, Pride and Respect". Join us as we continue to improve and build upon what was successful last year. Come and experience the "Spartan Pride".
--Submitted by a teacher

Seaside High School is undergoing great changes. We have the best principal there is! We have the most caring and diverse student population on the Monterey Peninsula!
--Submitted by a teacher

Seaside High School has changed in both positive and negative ways. For instance the student attendance has greatly improved this past year with the new principal. The district, the state cuts and general educative politics have negatively influence all schools in the state of California and Seaside High has not avoided them. Students are either turned off or just go with the motions to get a passing grade. It is rare that I have a student who is in school to learn for learning sake instead of to get the grade. Most of the current teachers push students to achieve high academic standards. As an educator, I struggled against the general pressure that "So and so doesn't give as much work as you." or "Why do you make your class so hard?" I have held steady and fast to my belief that if I do not do my utmost best to prepare students for the next course then I have not done my job. Previous students that struggled come back to me and compliment me for having pushed them academically. Seaside is moving in the right direction. Its culture is changing. The students are ultracapable, multiethnic and enjoyable to teach.
--Submitted by a teacher

Seaside High is one of the rare jewels of education. Its historical past is somewhat clouded by some unfortunate leaders. However, the school is exceeding all expectations and the students are benefiting greatly. Dr. White, the principal, is a wonder. Her leadership has inspired the facutly, the kids want to come to school, and they are looking at their college options. What a great place.
--Submitted by a parent

I attended SHS all four years of high school. It does have tremendous pride, and athletics are great. Yes, it is super diverse and awesome. HOWEVER...none of these things will help academically. If diversity is a big point of pride, then what about academics. That is what matters in a school. I almost slipped through the cracks at this school. While i attended UC Davis, i struggled my first year. I was not at the level that other kids were at and had to work really hard. My counselor at SHS recommended i go to MPC (monterey peninsula college) instead of Davis. In one instance, my teacher assumed id be going to MPC. EVERYONE assumed I was less capable that what I was. It was frustrating. I would never send my kids here. Or monterey high for that matter. mine are going to private school.
--Submitted by a student

The new principal has made huge changes for positive over the last semester and now this semester. The leadership is all new and the teacher are all on board and this school is turning around.
--Submitted by a teacher