Imhotep Institute Charter High School

My son will be entering this school in the fall of 2013 as a 9th grader. He will be graduating next week from their sister school Imani, which I love dearly. Reading these comments have given me mixed feelings, however I question is where you an involved parent? I've met the staff and seen some of the students. I was impressed. Nothing is going to be perfect, it will be based on the child. I have truly enjoyed reading the positive comments from the current and former students. I have faith that I have made the right educational choice for my son.
—Submitted by a parent

Imhotep has great teachers and a strong administration,but it has gone down academically because many of the students,do not apply themselves as they should and they do not take full advantage of the opportunities that this school has to offer.My daughter spent one year there and she was more concerned with socializing so I transferred her to a Magnet School hoping for less distractions for her,but she is who she is and is doing well,but socializing is still her focus,but the magnet school faculty calls her on her shortcomings and do not nuture her like the folks at Imhotep. As a parent all I can do is encourage her and pray that she want to succeed as much asI want her to!
—Submitted by a parent

While the school seemed like a great opportunity for my son, it proved to be a horrible experience for him. My son was there for 1 year and the culture of the school is not academic. Sports are taken much more seriously than academics. Additionally, he always spoke of several "thugs" that had serious power at Imhotep and a "ghetto" mentality that many in his class had. Currently, he is thriving at a magnet school. He has been accepted to 5 colleges and awarded substantial money to 3 of the universities. I wish he never had to experience Imhotep, but maybe it gave him a true appreciation for his current school and all the students striving to do great academically. Please note this school has a rating of only 2 out of 10.
—Submitted by a parent

The elementary school that I went to didn't care about you or your education they just passed you on to the next grade and sent you on to high school clueless. When I first got to Imhotep I hated it because they give so much work. But then I realized that Imhotep prepares you for college and I would like to thank them for that !! All of the teachers that I've had has been very caring about me, loved me, and respected me and it feels good to know that you have teachers who cares about your growth and development. They don't turn their back on you like most teachers would do and they are just such a blessing to me. They may not know it but they are. I hope to see them again and I hope that when I have children the school is still open and my teachers is still there so they can teach my son or daughter the importance of school and give them a lot of work so they can get prepared for college.
—Submitted by a student

this school is very ghetto . the kids are disrespectful. all they do is curse. they really don't have any respect for themselves
—Submitted by a student

I was taught by Mama Chris at Leeds Middle School, and I looked at her as a mother figure. I knew when I was in school what type of educator she was and what she stood for. When my middle son was entering high school I choose to sent him to Imhotep because of the education I knew he would receive. His first year was rough because he didn't focus, but Sister Tamara and Tameka gave him the attention he needed to get him back on track. Since then my son has been a excellent student. I just want to say thank you Mama Chris for sharing your dream with the us. I love you so much.
—Submitted by a parent

As a parent visiting to submit my son's application for admission into 9th grade, I was impressed by the courtsey of the security men and woman and the receptionists. First impression matters! I loved the uniforms the students wore. They were unique. Hopefully, my sone will be one of the blessed students to be admitted 2011/2012 session 9th grade.
—Submitted by a parent

This is my son's first year @ Hotep and I can say that it has been a blessing & I'm very thankful that he is allowed this opportunity. The respect that the teachers give & receive from the students is unbelieveable in this modern day society. He had major surgery & they went above/beyond to make sure he did not miss out on any education while he is recovering by setting up homeschooling & part time schedule so he can still see his peers.. The school is always clean, students are in proper uniform, & staff members greet you in a friendly manner. The classrooms are spacous and not crowded. The homework, grades, report card & text books can be accessed from a computer. I always feel like I'm visiting family when I'm there. That's why I joined the parent Wasuri committee. Compared to the (public) school he came from they are a cut above and the icing on the cake. If you want a place for your child to grow and be nurtured in a positive and family oriented way please make sure your apply to Imhotep institute Charter high School. One of the best choices I've made in furthering my son's educational, mental and physical growth into young adulthood. Great basketball & football programs too!
—Submitted by a parent

I really love Imhotep and I would relive it all over again if I could. You really do become a family at that school, and you actually feel loved. They are so welcoming and caring, they can help you out in any situation. Business wise or personal. They will never leave you hanging. I would recommend this school to those who children are well behaved, open to new things, and open to exploring new ways. A child who is NOT negative. Thats the last thing this school needs is bad children giving it a bad name and dirtying it up. The new building that is there is fresh and clean, and we would like to keep it that way and have it looking like some dirty public bathroom. As is the classrooms. I love Imhotep.... <3 I will never 4get my teachers and everyone there who help me get to where I am now!!!
—Submitted by a student

My son is a student at this school it's terrible. They claim to care about the student's when they don't, they make mean and hateful comments to the students to break their spirit, cursing at them, some of the teachers are very immature & unprofessional, in the beginning of the school year you were told that you can contact the teachers via their cell phone which was very impressive, they gave them out to the parents one particular teacher who the school CEO brags about NEVER EVER return your phone calls or respond to text and when you call the front office they never receive the message you leave, when they try to transfer you they put you on hold and forget that your on hold, asking you "who you want again", or they hang up on. Their Sponsors need to reconsider and give that money to Dist Public Sch!
—Submitted by a parent

I have watched my son mature over the past 3 years at Imhotep. The teaching staff has been with our family as we struggled to help my son succeed. I love the 12th grade project. It really gave my son the opportunity to see what his career path would require of him and helped him get a job after his internship was done. College and college prep is part of the curriculum. The best I have ever seen. I have teacher's cell phone numbers and can call with any problems or concerns I have. The lack of parental involvement is my own fault, but the opportunity is there. Love this school.
—Submitted by a parent

I have to agree with the sentiments posted on February 11: this school is highly unorganized and the staff is unprofessional in their dealings with students... and parents, for that matter. The school hides behind its pretentious African/Egyptian name and labels thus trying to stage the illusion of 'unity', 'positivity' and 'community'. But trust me, their actions and interactions with certain students and parents scream to the contrary. I had dealings with one teacher that actually had me questioning whether I was really interacting with an adult or my child's peer, she was so unprofessional and sophomoric. 'Imhotep' translated means 'he who cometh in peace'. Ha! What a misnomer! Maybe with time they will improve, but I cannot recommend this school to anyone as it stands right now.
—Submitted by a parent

I think that Imhotep is a very good school and while it contiues to develop, it maintains a good standard of learning and discipline for the children which will take them far in life.
—Submitted by a parent

I have attended this school during my Senior Year and I must say it was a disaster. It is unorganized, the teachers favor certain students, there are $300 dues that must be turned in every year or your child fails, and everything costs money; even to get work done. absolutely ridiculous. So I recommended another school for your child's' sake.
—Submitted by a parent

I am in the class of 6249 and imhotep has helped me excell in every aspect i can think of... Being there changed my life in the most positive way
—Submitted by a student

My son is about to graduate this year and he has matured so much. I don't know if it's the school or not but I really do believe they have a lot to do with it. The first couple of years all he did was complain about the school. I know my son and if he's complaining about having to do school work---it's a good school! I don't know if it's for everyone but the founder and teacher all really care about educating our next generation and promoting respect for themselves and their elders. Now my son has a whole new outlook on the school- when asked about it he has all good things to say like- they really do care about how you learn and continuing your education beyond high school. I am proud of how far the school has come and the work they do everyday for our kids.
—Submitted by a parent

I am a former student at Imhotep and I have been for 3 years. Imhotep has helped me in so many ways, and I now have a different outlook on life. I congradulate Imhotep for opening my eyes to the world and education, while giving me the chance to love myself and respect my elders.
—Submitted by a student

So far this school is enhancing my daughter's achievements. The teachers are very concerned about the students education and determination.
—Submitted by Kenyetta Bishop, a parent

I am not a parent at Imhotep but a former student. I appreciate all that Imhotep has done for me and as a result I am away at college with my tuition paid for. The teachers at Im hotep care and I thank them for caring when I didn't.
—Submitted by Sandramarie, a former student

The staff at Imhotep Charter School is wonderful. My daughter transferred from another charter school where they did nothing but belittle the students there. The staff at Imhotep are concerned about how their student succeed in their school work but also in life. They are a family oriented school which I can really appreciate. They believe in teaching self-respect along with showing repsect for others. I take me hat off to the staff there. Please keep up the good work.