Owings Mills High School

As an English teacher at OMHS, I can debunk most of the comments in the post below. I have been working at OM for 5 years, and the only teachers who have "left" went out on maternity leave to return a few months later. Our long term subs are professional and follow all county curricula. In fact, three teachers in the English department wrote Baltimore County sanctioned curricula for 9th and 10th grades. Furthermore, our department has had very little turn over in the last five years. Two teachers retired; one position was not replaced due to staff cuts, but the other position was filled with an excellent teacher. We have 5 teachers certified to teach AP level courses, teachers who have attended the Governor's Academy, and a National Board Certified teacher. Our teachers are also very involved in after school activities-- directing the school play, coaching multiple aports, advising classes, and running other various clubs (such as AAO, JSU, and Knitting for the Needy, to name a few). We work hard every single day to ensure that students are receiving an excellent education (and we are making sure that students know they have principles, and can talk to their principals ).
--Submitted by a teacher

I have put 3 children through OMHS and regret everyday of it. My son's Honors English teacher left 2 months into the school year and was replaced with a substitute. The class did not read any of the novels that were assigned by the county. When we went to the office they did nothing about it. Another time the Spanish teacher left in the beginning of the year and was replaced with a substitute who did not know Spanish. The administration's solution was to have another teacher come in once a week and teach the kids. There are a handful of teachers who really do care about the students and try to help the students reach their full potential. Unfortunately they are few and far between. The lack of caring from the administration is evident from every angle. The people in the front office are cold and one of the Vice Principle's doesn't speak proper English.
--Submitted by a parent

I am a teacher, have only taught at OMHS and have no desire to leave. Each and every day I am continually amazing at the hard work and dedication of the teachers to reach all students in order to develop their maximum potential. Academically, OMHS scores among the leaders in the county and the extracurricular activites are wide and varied, offering something for all students. I would bring my own children to attend OMHS. Go Eagles!
--Submitted by a teacher

Owings Mills High School is an excellent school. My son and daughter both had good experiences. Their teachers were always willing to give extra help after school, counselors guided students on applying to colleges and preparing for a life after high school. The front office staff greeted all visitors to the Main Office with a smile. This is a good school. We are especially proud that this school has the distinction of being named in the top 5% of public high schools in the nation for students taking AP courses and AP exams.
--Submitted by a parent

As a staff member of Owings Mills High School I can easily state that this is a school that works for all students--from the high achievers to those that need accommodations. Students are held to expectations to succeed in and outside the classroom. The school offers many extracurricular activities to give students options for positive growth. This includes those that are athletic to those that like competing in another arena, such as the Mock Trial team which places every year in the Third Judicial Circuit Court competition. If students want a good high school experience, they will definitely receive it at OMHS.
--Submitted by a teacher

Owings Mills High School offers a solid curriculum, rigorous instruction, and an avenue for success in college, post-secondary training institutions and careers. The faculty is caring and supportive of all students. School staff know their jobs are important to student achievement. The principal and administrative team are student centered and encourage parent involvement in the school. Everyone is held to high expectations.
--Submitted by a teacher

I am a parent of 2 graduates from OMHS. The school did an excellent job in preparing both for college. The teachers, support staff and administrators were great working with from all perspectives.
--Submitted by a parent

Despite a facility that was built as more of a middle school than high school, the students excel in art, drama, & try very hard at sports. The PTSA is very active as are the Sports, Music, Drama, & Arts Boosters. Each class works very hard for 4 years to fund not only their prom but a parting gift for the school. The after prom party held after the senior prom has for many years kept kids from engaging in risky behavior and saved countless lives!
--Submitted by a parent

caring and enthusiastic staff
--Submitted by a parent

The teachers are only concerned with themselves & not the welfare of the students.
--Submitted by a parent