Sumner Academy of Arts & Science

As a former student, I have to say, I loved it here. The coursework was very challenging, the teachers were very competent (even the subs usually knew what they were doing!), and there was plenty of support for those of us who needed a little more help. It was a very diverse school (don't take that to mean trashy or ghetto, like some of the other high schools in the district). We were required to maintain a 2.5 GPA to attend Sumner, something which I was happy about (even if it caused some trouble for some of us). It sounds mean, but it really helps for a school to do this. The music program was very nice, students all worked very hard. Athletics (what I knew of them) were also very good. The art department was excellent, and you can see the years of students' art decorating the hallways and library. The classes offered were a little minimalistic, but was made up for by very competent teachers. Overall, it was a very excellent school, and I highly recommend anyone able to to attend.

I am currently a student at Sumner Academy. It is a very great school.My first year was very challenging, i had a hard time getting use to all of the homework and finding time for my friends. Though we do receive plenty of homework i believe its all worth it in the end !

Great school going into my freshman year. Eighth grade was simple. It is a review year. This school is by far the best in the district

I am currently a Sophmore at Sumner Academy of Arts and Sciences. My point of view on this school is that it is the best school in the district. Teachers at this school encourage us to do our best ALL the time. Many people leave just because they are lazy and don't want to do the homework. I flew through my eighth grade year and got out with a 4.0 GPA. My ninth grade year I got a 3.7. I'm going to be going full IB next year, and I chose it because I already have been challenged by this school, but I want to see what Sumner throws at me! I will try my best at this school, just as I already have these past two years! SUMNER ROCKS!

Well if summer is challenging cos of hours of keeping late just to get home work done.I think its a sacrifice done not in vain but to regain later in College.Remember a stitch in time saves nine
--Submitted by a parent

After reading through the reviews I would like to say this: To the parents: If your child had a good experience at Sumner Academy it is probably because you are a supportive parent. One that realized that your child was not getting what they needed at the other schools. One that realized that test scores do help students get scholarships (millions of dollars of scholarships offered to Sumner Academy students this is not true of the other USD 500 school). On the other hand, if your child did not have a good experience at Sumner Academy it was probably because they were not prepared to be there in the first place, or maybe you are a parent who's child is an angel and can do no wrong and will always make excuses for them. Thanks
--Submitted by a parent

I graduated from Sumner recently and as my first year of college comes to an end, I can say I am so glad I went to Sumner. This first year was a breeze for me, but I always here other students at my university complaining about all the homework and stress. Sumner prepared me totally and now all of the homework and papers given in college are no challenge. It taught me how to manage my time. I also learned I need to be self-motivated and disciplined. Plus, I graduated full I.B so I came to college with a semester worth of credits under my belt! Thank you Sumner! Also, if you ever get pulled over for speeding or anything, cops just LOVE you once you say you went to Sumner.
--Submitted by a student

I have family that go to sumner academy. They tell me that it is challenging. They have been incouraged to do their homework and work harder in school. I think Sumner is a challenge but a good one. It incouragees you to better in school!
--Submitted by a student

I think Sumner treats the students like they are already in college and they are not, 3-5 hours of home work a night is too much! The % of students that remain at Sumner will surprise you. Many return to other schools and are just as successful as a Sumner Student. Things need to change Teachers need to remember they are kids and need to sleep rather than stay up till 1:00 A.M. doing home work.
--Submitted by a parent

The principle works hard to get things done and the teachers are there to do more than show you how to do things; they help you learn. There is tutoring for any class and the counselors work hard to put you in the classes that are best for you.
--Submitted by a student