Fossil Ridge High School

I am currently a freshman at Fossil Ridge High School, and I can safely say that this is one of the best school's in the country. I have been moving schools my entire life, and have had many experiences at different schools. When I first came to this school, I was pleasantly surprised to find what a great school it was. The school had outstanding academics, some of the best sports teams in the state, and great school spirit. The highly qualified teachers are loved by the students and are ready to help every student. The environment is good also; there are almost no cliques, everyone is welcome, and no student is left out in anything. I have never felt more at home at a high school.
—Submitted by a student

I have to admit, I was wary when my daughter started here in her Junior year. She was coming from a small school, so I was worried she would get lost in the shuffle or fall in with the "wrong crowd." No school is perfect. Trouble can be found anywhere. The good thing is--there is less trouble to be found, so the odds are in your child's favor. She has excelled and has nothing but good to say about her teachers. When she first started, she had no intention of going to college. Her former school had burned her out. Here, she has thrived and, with great influences, will be starting college in the fall. Fossil has strong academics--probably the best in Fort Collins--plus great sports and music/band programs. Thank you, FRHS, for making the transition a positive one!
—Submitted by a parent

Oustanding! I am a freshman here at Fossil ridge and i am really looking forward to the next four years. There are many things at fossil that really impressed me. For one, many athletic programs had a no cut policy which means that everyone makes it and we were undefeated all season. The academic programs such as the advanced placement programs and STEM Academy are amazing and really prepare you for higher levels of education. The advisory program is also a gift because it helps you in life and school. Anyone which says that fossil isnt a great school, I dont know what they are thinking
—Submitted by a student

Bad experiences! Unimpressed all around... teachers, students, academics, and school spirit/pride alike. The clubs as well are extremely hard to be accepted into. Kids are very "cliquey".
—Submitted by a parent

Fossil Ridge overall is a wonderful school with compassionate and skilled teachers, excellent course materials, many many activities for students, and an involved and open student body.
—Submitted by a parent

My son is a senior at Fossil Ridge High. This school has so many programs to prepare your child for life after high school. Furthermore, the teachers are compationate about their students, and teaching in general. The courses of study are above average to say the least, and the homework load is tremendous. However when needed any one teacher will offer any given student that one on one attention when needed.. Fossil Ridge High have amazing programs in school, and after school they have labs, and all types of other sources of extra help if a student is struggling. I came from Calvert County, Maryland, and in that state the "schools", were rated #2 in the entire state. However, Colorado/Fort Collins has higher standards for the children, thus giving them am edge in the "real worl", whatever it is they decide to to. Fossil Ridge High School is absolutely an amazing school that cares about there students. My son is an A-B student with very difficult classics like botony,calc etc. These course are what I am taking in college at 39 working on my Bachelors Degree, and he is only a senior. Pretty amazing school.
—Submitted by a parent

My son started as a freshman at Fossil Ridge High School this fall. I am so very impressed with this school. One of the things that makes it unique is the Advisory class that all students are required to take all fours year that they attend Fossil Ridge. This students in the class stay together with the same teacher for four years and graduate together as an Advisory class. In this class they are taught about life after high school and how to survive it. They learn about college searching, job searching, career advice, resume writing, giving back to the community and many other very useful life skills. What a great school!!!!!
—Submitted by a parent

FRHS has a great curriculum & awesome teachers.
—Submitted by a parent

Excellent 'green built' facility. Great student and faculty community.
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Great school, high expectations,

I go to Fossil Ridge High School and am a senior and will graduate in Spring of 2008. My expericence at fossil has been a very good one. Coming from a student, i have had no trouble fitting in, there are no bullies and no clicks. The only reason i would give it four stars instead of five is because it is hard for most students to get involved and participate activly in school events. Other then that, it has been a great experience for me and i have had a really good time at this school. The block schedule isn't as bad as it seems either. ;^)
—Submitted by a student

best school in the entire country, safe, no clicks, school involved, spirited, educational
—Submitted by a student

much better then schools in near by districts
—Submitted by a parent

This school is decent. It is nothing special but is ok because the district has money. I prefer Naugatuck High School.
—Submitted by a student

I just had one student graduate (2006) and have one currently in 10th grade. I have been very impressed with this school so far. The staff here goes out of their way to make things work for these kids. My oldest was having quite a bit of trouble in his senior year. The teachers worked one-on-one with him, met with him during lunch if needed, stayed after school to help him finish projects etc. Counselors go out of their way to make sure the kids know what they need and help them to get it, and keep the parents in the loop. My daughter (10th) so far is having a great experience. She is comfortable here and feels she can talk to teachers and counselors without problems. Parent involvement is very strong and very positive. Thank you FRHS for making my kids High school experience a Great one!!
—Submitted by a parent