Widefield High School

This HS completely failed me. Previous posts were accurate in stating the social/economic discrimination. I was invisible, I doubt most of the teachers ever knew my name. I recall breaking down in tears on the day I was enrolling and the male staffer getting me set up rolled his eyes and sighed in exasperation. I moved to Widefield in the 4th grade (Talbott) and I can still remember the blatant favortism. Widefield School District changed how I felt about school and made me insignificant throughout my entire school career. I was an A student when I wasn't trying to escape it.
--Submitted by a student

I attended Widefield for two years and had a lot of trouble with it. Not with the students but the teachers. They have no respect for the students and lie to cover up what they say to the students. I have health problems and wasn't granted the extra help I was supposed to get. The lady who has been handling my case for years doesn't even know my name. I've had many teachers tell me I'm faking, I've had teachers tell the class my grades along with others, I've had teachers tell the class my problems and my business, then when being confronted they lied about everything. Widefield has very few honest good teachers and in my opinion is an awful school. It's an awful place and does not help the majority of the students succeed. In my years there, my teachers would rather put me down rather than help me with my future and attend to my needs. I've known many people who have gone there and had the same problems. Widefield is not a good school at all.
--Submitted by a student

Absolutely a wonderful school. Staff and administration who truly care about the students themselves, fostering a learning environment that prepares the students for the 'real world'. A wide array of honors and AP classes are offered as well as dual enrollment courses. A caring an academically challenging school. As a parent of two WHS students, I am beyond thrilled with their educational experiences at WHS.
--Submitted by a parent

I'm currently attending Widefield, and I must say, its an excellent school. Being a military dependant is hard enough already, and when my sister and I came here, our counselour was extremely nice, and he as well as other teachers worked to the best of their ability to make sure we got the classes we wanted. All of the curriculum is great; especially the honors and AP. I can honestly say that I love each and every one of my teachers, and enjoy going to their class. There is a wide array of extra curricular activities as well, so there's always something to do. The only thing that I don't like about the school is the discipline system. The administration has NO tolerance whatsoever towards anything that isnt submission. I've been in ISD twice, both for minimal misbehavior. Also, the school is way too small for the 1200 kids that attend.
--Submitted by a student

This school is perfect. Most of all the teachers are great and caring. The only problem is the campus security takes their job way too seriously. There is no major problems so they resort to nit picking things that have no reason to be disiplined for. But overall this is the perfect high school.
--Submitted by a student

I have been associated with schools in different parts of the country. Widefield HS is one of the best. They present an excellent curriculum for the students. They have excellent opportuinites for students in extracurricular activities. I believe our daughter is being well prepared for life after high school. As parent, I am always informed as to her progress as the year goes by.
--Submitted by a parent

WHS has a low tolerance for kids who don't want to learn, and that's the way it should be! If you want to learn and get a great education, WHS will provide that. If you want to cause trouble, they'd rather not have you there. WHS should be commended for their educational programs, caring staff, and no-nonsense attitude toward trouble makers.
--Submitted by a teacher

this school makes it very tough for students to succeed.The administration is extremely hard on the students and will not listen to parents concerns. your child would be better of somewhere ells.
--Submitted by a former student

This school is great. If you do what needs to be done then you are better off. If you don't there are plenty of resources to get you moving. Everyone ends up in the discipline office once in a while during their high school career. It is bound to happen. As for the teachers, they do care a great deal about their students. I have had countless questions in the classroom, and every time my question was answered to the fullest. The teachers are there to help us succeed, that's what they set us up for...success. Widefield High School is a wonderful school and I won't let our school be presented as a less of a place of education. GO GLADS!!! Junior Class of 2008
--Submitted by a student

Students need to be in a caring and helpful environment. You won't find that here. Only a select few of the teachers are actually helpful and guiding to their students. The admin. staff will do *nothing* to help you and your family out, other than passing judgements on you. Unless you want your kid to feel like a failure and be discouraged by authority figures, select a school that will help guide your child, through high school and life. This school is not it.
--Submitted by a former student