Central Catholic High School

its all about one thing there sport's. if you have any learning problems then forget it they do a bad job helping you and even push you aside. i lasted half freshmen year and to this day biggest mistake ever made.

Choosing CCHS is one of the best decisions my children ever made. My son graduated in May 2010. The experiences that he had both in and out of the classroom were second to none. As he says, the entire experience shaped him into the man he is today. We were so fortunate to have the guidance department assist with the entire college process. They helped us all every step of the way and he was well prepared as he entered college this fall. My daughter is currently a junior and is very active in the school community. She enjoys theater, mock trial, being a student ambassador, as well as a peer leader. The teachers are so kind and compassionate and truly love what they do. They want the children to succeed. I feel so fortunate to be able to have the opportunity to send my children to CCHS. It is worth every penny and more!
--Submitted by a parent

I have had one child graduate from CCHS and one who is currently attending. My first child was not an athlete any longer due to injuries but excelled in Theatre. My current student is enjoying it although it is not as easy to meet new friends if you do not make sports teams. Great emphasis is on sports and those who cannot make the teams may feel inferior to those who do. That is just the mentality of the school. Teachers are 'ok' but not very willing to put extra time in for extra help considering what parents are paying for kids to attend. The whole college acceptance experience was an eye opener. While I would have thought CCHS grads were more competitive as applicants I did not find that to be the case at all.
--Submitted by a parent

I would have to say this was a terrible choice - not to scare any new comers or people thinking about it. If your looking for creativity, broad learning, enjoyment and envolvement this is not the school for you. I have attended cchs for 9 & 10 an am deciding for 11, but don't know. There are very very very little electives from a choice of only one photography class, a marketing class, business class, statistics and economics class and drama, world communication thats it. literally. at this school if you do not play any sports you are pushed aside from teachers and consider the low group of the crowd. I played track and my teacher was fond of me and then I withdrew and was completely ignored. This school lacks so much. But is 'family knit to some'
--Submitted by a student

Attending Central was the best experience of my life. Not only did I enter college feeling prepared for the academic challenges, but I met my best friends within those halls. I was also lucky enough to find teachers who become mentors and remain positive influences in my life. I'm studying to be a teacher myself and will hopefully be able to join the faculty at Central soon.
--Submitted by a student

I sent my child there hoping she would receive a fantastic education. She is currently attending an excellent college and has thanked me numerous times for sending her to such a great high school. She says she is much more prepared than many of her classmates. She only took a few honors/AP courses while at Central and is still doing incredibly well. I'm so thankful that Central provided my daughter with such an excellent experience.
--Submitted by a parent

I was very disappointed when I attended Central Catholic my freshman and sophomore years. It wasn't worth the money for a lesser education than the one I could receive at the public school in my town. Like most of the kids in my town, the only reason I went there in the first place was because of the legacy. I ended up transferring to my public school, and I now attend Cornell University. The academics are not as challenging as a private school should be, but the athletics there are top notch. If you are an athlete, you will feel like you are in heaven.
--Submitted by a student

Its a very hard school. But your child will be prepared for life
--Submitted by a parent

This school just wasn't for me. I didn't appreciate all the work they gave me. And when i finally got into collage i found that i wasn't very prepared. The teachers were terrible and were no help at all.
--Submitted by a student

My daughter is now a sophomore at CCHS in Lawrence, MA. I don't quite have the words to explain the education she is receiving, the guidance and the amazing friends she has made. CCHS teaches the entire student -- it is not just about academics (although they are very competitive academically and sometimes the homework time can be tough), but they prepare their students for the 'real' world...yes, the one in which you go to college, get a job and go to work every day as well as being proud of yourself. They build team spirit, spirituality (without 'pushing' religion) and instill in their student that CCHS graduates are the best they can be and have advantages many others do not!
--Submitted by a parent