September School

My son attends September School, and I am very pleased with the education he is receiving. Previously, he attended a Boulder public school, but he hated the environment. Since switching to September School, he has been happier and continues to perform at his best academically. He no longer complains about teachers and school. I admire the dedication of the teachers and staff, and my son appreciates the egalitarian teaching style. I agree with the parent (October 3, 2009) who stated, This is the best school for creative students and those who care about justice and freedom of expression. As for the comments posted March 6, 2012, they are misrepresentations. I find the small campus to be charming, the buildings are not dilapidated. The students are not permitted to smoke on campus. Tests are given and students are assessed. Furthermore, there are student evaluations (conferences) given twice a semester and, if requested, the teachers provide a synopsis of the students performance every two weeks. I encourage anyone with a high school student who is dissatisfied with their current school situation to visit the school and have the student shadow for a day.
--Submitted by a parent

This school has seriously deteriorated over the years. There is no formal program and no assessment system in place to know how students, staff, and the school overall is performing. The buildings are dilapidated, the staff uses foul language with the students, students are allowed to smoke on campus and often will smoke with staff members. My child actually performed worse at this school than any other school he has ever been to.
--Submitted by a parent

My son attended this school during his junior and senior year. His instructors helped him get stellar grades and he had experiences that he will never forget. This is the best school for creative students and those who care about justice and freedom of expression.
--Submitted by a parent

We have two children (ages 20 & 21) that are September School grads. We are now starting our third child there and are so grateful to have a school that loves kids! They are encouraged academically, as well as in their personal lives, to be the best they can be. The whole staff is incredibly dedicated. There is a sense of community there that is missing at other schools. My older kids are doing great and I have to thank September School for a big part of that. They instilled a sense of confidence and an excited curiosity for learning that I don't think they would have gotten elsewhere. I highly recommend September School to kids who have what it takes but aren't using it.
--Submitted by a parent