Mount Hebron High School

Mount Hebron has been quite the experience for me. Its kind of like being in college, because the teachers don't really give you notes, they just spew info and expect you to just know the most important details. However, The teachers are good half of the time,but you do run into the really cruddy ones. All of them,even the not so good ones, really care about and are always willing to help their students.. The only problems I have with them are, in general, that they don't grade things at a decent speed, they give unreasonable deadlines for projects, and they always try to conform to what the students want. Even if what they want isn't really the best thing for the class. Another thing is that EVEN THE AVERAGE LEVEL CLASSES ARE HARDISH. Coming from a student who was in average,honors, and gt/AP classes, you have to trust me when I say that, going to this school isn't easy. There isn't one class that you don't at least have to exert some real effort in. Also- The band program is amazing and everyone is really nice. If you join this school you will want to be in it. About 40% of the school is in the band, too. Its just a GIANT family that you'll regret not being a part of.
--Submitted by a student

We have been so happy at Mt. Hebron with great motivated teachers, concerned principal and now a beautiful remodel! It offers everything from challenging classes, great music program and competitive sports all in an encouraging atmosphere!
--Submitted by a parent

This school is Great. And the BAND program is TOP NOTCH thanks to Mr. Pendley. Looking forward to another great year this fall.
--Submitted by a parent

This School is one of the best schools in America. It challenges the students and prepares them for their future. It is a Great School to be in.
--Submitted by a parent

We have been very pleased with MTH. I agree with the previous parent reviewer that the physical facilities are fair to bad, but now half-way into its 4-year renovation, I'm so far happy with the new wings and renovated rooms. Something that speaks volumes is how many former students try and wait for years to become teachers at MTH... approx 20+ teachers are alumni. The newish principal, also an alum, is so proactive and positive - (he replied to a "constructive" email I sent him within 1 hour, and he took action on it the next day.) Its students are all over the map with their needs and capabilities - and all are well served appropriately. I'm glad we're there - and hope we don't get redistricted away!
--Submitted by a parent

This school is the biggest dump. We moved to Maryland from another state and because of Howard County's reputation for "great" schools, chose this area. I am so not impressed. The teachers are not engaging. My child is a straight A student and ends up teaching herself the material. When work is turned in on time, the teachers don't respect the student's time that it took to complete the assignment to grade it in a timely manner. The facilities are awful despite the renovations that are taking place. The portable classrooms look like rejects from Hurricane Katrina. On top of the fact that this county likes to re-district to even out the demographics, my child passes 2 other closer high schools on her way to her dumpy school. If I knew then what I know now, I would not have picked this high school.
--Submitted by a parent

Ms. Jackobsons is a Greats English Teachor. I move her from Asia and learn so much from hers. She teach me about reading in the book and proper classrooms behaviors.
--Submitted by a student

I graduated 2006. I loved it. The teachers are great. They become more then just a teacher, they become your mentors and they would do anything to help you better your career. Wether it is to write a recommendation, call and speak to someone, set you up with a tutor, give you extra help if your not quite grasping the information. I'm not just saying this to say this. But if I didn't go to Mt. Hebron I'm not sure where I would be today. I was also an athlet and we have some of the most dedicated coaches around. unlike schools like 'merriots ridge' hebron gives you a little bit of space so you can figure our who you are and what your capable as a student before heading to college. Other schools smother you to the point were you feel like your in jail.
--Submitted by a student

Mount Hebron really is a fantastic school with a great reputation. Any student willing to apply themselves will find a rewarding and challanging experience at Hebron without a doubt. Among the great school spirit which is hard to match, is a great comunity of students and staff. One thing that makes this school shine is the the PHENOMENAL staff and teachers! They are really great and it is easy to see they care more about the students and their sucess then you could imagine. I, as a former student and recent graduate, HIGHLY recommend Hebron as a great environment to learn, grow, and still have an amazing time. You will not regret sending your child to Hebron.
--Submitted by a student

If I could hand-pick any Howard County high school for my children to attend it would definitely be Mt. Hebron High School in Ellicott City. The preparation for college and life my children garnered as students at Mt. Hebron is unparallelled.
--Submitted by a parent