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Paraclete is an amazing school. The classes are the same as they would be in a public school. Trust me, i was a public school kid for a long time. The difference here is that paraclete creates memories. And i mean good memories. The teachers actually care for a students personal grade. They will take some time out of their day and help any child whose willing to come in. Paraclete also offers many opputunites for a child to excel. There is a club/committee/sport for everyone. Most the kids are extremly nice and the upperclassmen aren't as intimadating. (which is great for the freshman). Well anyways aside from any small flaws paraclete has, its still the best school in the valley. im a spirit for life :)
My son started Paraclete in 2008 and was welcomed even before school started. He joined a sports team and had the greatest experience ever. Everyone was so helpful and included him in so many activities. He is a little shy but was invited to so many events that he ended up participating and loving it. The academics are very hard and he spends a lot of time on homework and studying but that what I expect from a college prep school. Sending him to Paraclete was the best decision we could have made.
I went to this school for two years and never really found my niche between the hardcore religious kids and the hardcore anti-religious kids forced to attend. There seemed to be no middle ground. While it is true that there are kind and fairly good teachers at the school, there is also a surprising amount of hypocritical, derisive, and frankly incompetent teachers as well. The teachers do not practice what they preach (in terms of basic human morality), many teach incredibly poorly (thus forcing you to teach yourself). The standards here are lower than that of an Honor or AP class at a public school. Not to mention, the facilities at Paraclete are lacking- especially in regards to the amount of money required for tuition. Unless you're adamant about a religious education, Paraclete is definitely not worth the money.
I am going to be a Junior at Paraclete High school this coming 2008/09 year, and all there really is to say is Paraclete is a great school. The kids are all so nice and welcoming and everyone gets along, we are like a family. The extracurricular activities are amazing and it gives you a chance to get closer to the school. Even though the school work is challenging I know that I will be well prepared for college and anything I go onto. When colleges read applications and read Paraclete they know that that child is well prepared and won't struggle. There are no 'ridiculous standards' set at Paraclete..since when has saftey and challenging yourself been ridiculous. I love Paraclete!
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