University Preparatory School

This school is good for "C"s students , but for "A" students is bad because they don't have honor roll. Also, the have just a few electives......My son is an exelente student and I prefered to take him to a more chalinge school.
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this school is the best ever nice school kids are smart and no crime at all. i am proud to be a student at UP

thank's to everybody, my two boy's are very proud to be UP students and I'm sure they are protected and dedicates to learning. The Principal is a great person and really smart, she knows the students needs and always she is in action! well, I'm very glad my sons are in UP. thank's again and God Bless Everybody!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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I love this school so much! And all the teachers are amzing and will give you extra help with anything you need. I truly think they care more about the students and go even more above and beyond then teachers at other schools. And the office staff is GREAT! EVeyrone is very friendly and encouraging. Plus we have sports, drama, tons of clubs, cheer, flag team, amazing music programs, and so much more!

This school is no better than Lakeview.This school just does better at keeping their problems under raps.GO LAKEVIEW=]

My wife and I are retired educators. Currently, two of our grand-daughters are attending this school. We like the selectivity process which admits students who want to be there; we also like the uniform policy. In general, teachers appear to be above-average. We are especially impressed by the professionalism and dedication of the orchestra instructor and his superb orchestral program and by the exemplary efforts of the English Department. Both of our grand kids are excited about being there and while they complain about the work, they wouldn't have it any other way. Their positive attitude reflects favorably upon the entire school staff and the institutional philosophy. The school now has a sports program and offers other after-school activities. We highly recommend the school to any parents interested in providing their children with an excellent education. Thank you, University Prep and Staff!

This school is overrated. My daughter was repeatedly bullied by the same student and it was not handled properly. So much for a zero tolerance policy. She transferred to Hook and was behind 3 chapters in the same math book! UP seems to be behind with academics as well.
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I have been a parent at UPS since it opened back in 2005. My son is a senior now, in the 1st graduating class at UPS. I have mixed feelings about his schooling because this senior class has been the guinea pig of the school, being the 1st class of each new grade each year. The school administrators finally realized that the students need more than just academics to get into the best colleges. They need athletics, clubs, and other extracurricular activities. All-in-all, it's been a challenge, as a parent, but I feel the school has come a long way. I'm proud of my son and the job that the staff has done at UPS. Just remember, as with anything new, it's up to parents to be a voice, in their child's school, to make changes, and as always, keep on your kids to do well in school.
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I am very happy with the overall atmosphere at University Prep. I have NO concerns about my child's safety or the education he is receiving; and, in this day and age--that is a huge relief. The rigorous academics are not for the lazy; but I believe it is the best way to prepare my child for the future. The uniforms are a big plus, in my opinion, as well.
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My son originally wanted to attend Riverside Univerisity but was put in a waiting list so he ended up attending UP. After 5 month I received a letter that he could go and take a test to get into Riverside but by then my son was so happy with UP he said he would not wan to leave. Over all I am very happy with the school and most teachers. As a perent I just love the uniforms!!! Great idea.
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