Lakewood High School

I have a Sophmore at LHS. She got in under IB and will go for the IB Diploma. Many have commented on the IB program. It is outstanding with an amzing 95+ track record. But, what is important here is the amount of options a student has when attending LHS. My daughter spent a better part of two weeks, talking with counslers, and administrators about her options if she did not stay with IB. The administration embraced her inquiries and presented both sides fairly. They encouraged her to speak to other students and to weight the pros and cons. She received a tremendous amount of support as she struggled with one of many decisions that will impact her future. This school is about, support, and challenge and most importantly growth. My 15 year old daughter has grown and matured tremendously since she entered the West doors of LHS. As a parent we looked long and hard before making a decision about the school she should attend. We love being a part of this community and all that it has to offer.
—Submitted by a parent

We just transferred to LHS. I am glad, but sorry to hear that I am not the only parent having issues with the administration. The assistant principals especially. The principal told my advocate he does not want to be involved with trivla matters. My student has also told me this principal, who won an award as principal of the, does not like to greet students in the hall when he passes then,nor does he want to get to know them. How did he get this award? Jeffco school system really needs some help.
—Submitted by a parent

I am personally very dissappointed with the assistant Principle Anna Allen. Her lack of knowledge or even caring about what is going on out side of the school is appauling. Her lack of concern or concideration is appauling. She should be in another organization, not working with kids that may not have the ideal situation at home. She needs reeducated as well as a taste of her own mediciine. Her nose may not be so high up in the air if she took some time to concider others. Maybe she can use a lesson or two in humility, humanity or how about just empathy. How does a person get to be in a role that she is in with a lack of heart. How does she look at her self in the mirror every morning? Or does she?
—Submitted by a parent

Very disappointed with the quality of staffs, the lack of help for my struggling child and the lack of support as we transferred to the Denver area from out-of-state. I am an educator, with 8 years of experience and believe this school is solely for the well-healed kid who is intrinsically motivated. Submitted by a parent
—Submitted by a teacher

After spending 6 semester at LHS I would have to say the the kids are smart,the teachers are good but the administrators are really terrible. If you parents don't have strong voices, I suggest a different school
—Submitted by a parent

Well, my 4 years experience in Lakewood high school was proved a waste of time. Bad school administrators and racist everywhere!
—Submitted by a student

Well having 2 children attend this outstanding school, back to back., has given them a well rounded education. They were both in the IB program , which is excellent. Our oldest once she was in college was so prepared and organize that it drove her roommates crazy that she could write out reports and essays with such ease. And the study habits that have been taught is so valuable. Senioritis set in for our second one the last semester, but still did great. The faculty and administration is great, they care for each kid there and if you are an active parent you are not left out.
—Submitted by a parent

i am astudent at LHS and i absolutly love this school! i have lots of fun and i learn tons. there is no racism or pregidous around the school and there is rarly ever any bulling.
—Submitted by a student

I see plenty of parents leaving reviews of Lakewood HS. I currently attend Lakewood High School and its a great school. The atmosphere is changing a bit but everyone is still very polite and considerate. It has so many programs for students to get involved in far more than any school i have looked at in Denver or Lakewood. The teachers are really flexible because they know that everyone has a personal life including the parents of the students, go ahead and plan a trip in the middle of the year just remember to give your teachers some notice.
—Submitted by a student

My child is in the IB program and virtually every teacher he has had in a year and a half have been entrenched, inflexible and unresponsive. It's difficult to get a hold of teachers. We're pulling my son out at the end of the semester.
—Submitted by a parent

I love lakewood, it's amazing! but the atmosphere is starting to drop. There seems to be more and more kids who don't want to be at school then kids that want to be there. Besides that, the school is deffinately the best public school in Jeffco, hands down!
—Submitted by a student

We have a student in the IB program at Lakewood, so that's what I can speak to. We visited several high schools prior to choosing Lakewood and are so happy with our selection. There is a very upbeat climate at the school, it feels less 'cliquish' than the other schools. Their theme song is 'We are Family' and as corny as that sounds, it truly feels that way. The principal and teachers are very enthusiastic and engaged. As a parent, we feel very informed. Although the emphasis is on acedemic achievement, Lakewood provides an extremely well rounded offering of extra curricular clubs and teams. Although the school is large, when attending parent teacher conferences, each teacher knew my student and could offer insights into his strengths and challenges. Our student is thriving and excited to go to school.
—Submitted by a parent

I have had children both in IB and in regular classes. My experience is that the IB teachers choose IB because they want to deal with the 'easy' students. At the same time they seem to make it their mission to 'knock the bright students down a notch.' On the other hand the teachers in the regular track work hard to motivate and include all students.
—Submitted by a parent

This school is one of the best schoools I've see in years.
—Submitted by a student

I am soooo disappointed. I placed my kid here only to find out the focus is only on the IB program. Making it to 5280 seems to be the only goal.
—Submitted by a parent

Lakewood does a great job keeping parents and student informed ,and educated
—Submitted by a parent

Education becomes increasingly challenging preceding freshman year in the IB program. Overall, students such as myself are able to expand our knowledge exponentially throughout our years at Lakewood. Go Tigers! P.S. CC and Track rule!
—Submitted by a student

Great school. I'm a member of the International Baccalaureate Program and I love it. Everybody is great friends, no matter who else your friends are. Theres also amazing music and theater programs, and a few good sports such as Tennis and Soccer. It's a great environment to learn in because everybody challenges each other to do well. I love it.
—Submitted by a student

Greatest soccer coach in the state of Colorado in Mr. Peter Mehlbach. Academics are outstanding. Extra-Curriculars are fanstastic and the students are welcoming and very open minded. The new building is state of the art and the technology is high-end technology. I would recommend Lakewood High School students who are driven in life and are ambitious. Lakewood High School will help you excel in any area you desire.
—Submitted by a student

Outstanding school - the kids LOVE it, the administration loves teaching and being there. All are directed to the success of the students and providing a safe 'cool' learning environment - it is a tolerant, non-cliquish environment where it is more than acceptable to want to be smart and make the most of yourself.
—Submitted by a parent