Colleyville Heritage High School

Great school. As far as the counselor comments, yes due to the size of the school there isn't an immediate response but i have received responses and support. I've had 2 children go through CHHS and both were well prepared for college. In fact, I've had the admissions office from a top college comment that CHHS is well known for preparing kids for college and requiring more than the minimum standards for their students.
--Submitted by a parent

It was during the first meeting for parents of incoming freshman,that my husband and I were a bit concerned. We were amazed when we heard the principal, Mrs. Prentice and the counselors tell parents that each counselor was very busy, as they have many students to deal with.She also said that since the counselors were so busy with seniors (it was spring) that we were not to call them with any high school class scheduling questions, which our students were expected to turn in at the end of the week.She told us to instead ask other parents of older students who she said would be our "best resource"..are you kidding me?That summer I made 5 phone calls to our son's counselor and sent 3 emails. Not until I called the superintendent's office did I receive a return call.At CHHS, the message that is continually sent to both students and parents is that your child is one many students, so don't expect to be treated as an individual.Our oldest daughter now attends a prestigious university with almost 50,000 students. Interesting that they make students feel valued and not just "one of many that must be dealt with".BTW, our son is in the top 12% of his class and also an athlete.Look elsewhere!
--Submitted by a parent

That school is amazing. I didn't have any communication problems or financial. Problems out of of the school , coming out of a lower class house. They have many great teachers and many great counselors as well. I wasnt in the top 10% or bottom 10% and I can say that I got treated the exact same way as everyone else. I think that they should leave it to students that actually went to the school to comment, because parents only see what goes on from the outside. Compared to alot of districts around the area its one of the best.
--Submitted by a student

This school has it all. Great facilities, great faculty, excellent extra curricular activites and athletics, great school! This school also offers challenging academic programs such as AP classes which can reward students with college credit.

Disappointment - The counseling department is worthless unless your child falls in the top 10% or the bottom 10%. And don't expect any help if your child has a learning disability not covered by an IEP or 504. The administration is indecisive, and springs changes at the drop of a hat. Students do not know what is going on for special schedules (i. e., TAKS testing days, finals, etc.) until day before OR the day of. Communication with parents is sketchy at best. Worse if you child has senior release. I am very disappointed in the administration and lack of leadership in this school. Education is geared towards the top and bottom 10% and the average student is just expected to pass the standardized tests and get out. Should have moved to a different district where it is about the kids, not the money that they bring in. Will not be subjecting my younger child to this school.
--Submitted by a parent

As a precursor, I attended Colleyville Heritage High School the year it was opened, so it may be very different now. In the areas of math the teachers were not the best at explaining concepts in an organized format that was easy to follow during the lecture. That also made it difficult to study material after for homework. To their credit, the teachers did make themselves available before and after school for those who needed additional help.

This school is exceptional for my child. A great enviornment and great teachers that actually teach you something.
--Submitted by a parent

Very challenging, but for the better. Any student WILLING to work hard to secede will.
--Submitted by a student

Attended this High School. Aside from the typical drama and some leadership issues, being a student at this school was amazing. I loved every minute of it and would go back in a heartbeat.
--Submitted by a student

Although the regular classes are practically remedial, the majority of the higher level classes are great and challenging. About half the teachers are some of the best I've ever had, while the others leave much to be desired. The electives programs at the school, especially debate, art, band, and theatre, are some of the best in the state, if not the nation. But the other electives are only a joke.