Sherando High School

yea im a student and the truth of it is there are cliques and all that like is expected. if someone new started there theyd better try n find their own group of friends to stick with because there is bullying no matter what people say its their because i witness it everyday. but itll toughen people up for the real world. also kids dont have to worry about gettin into a fight unless they bring it upon themselves. also sherando is the school with the biggest pride out there. i wouldnt dream of goin anywhere else. by the way lunch isnt the greatest unless you like pizza 3x a week
—Submitted by a student

Sherando is a very diverse school. Their ARE cliques, just like every single high school. Teachers expect you to turn things in on time, and they discourage slacking. Teachers are very nice, and try to help the students as much as possible. When it comes to physical fighting, its pretty frequent. It happens...around..once a month. Everyone is really friendly, and im sure if you were new and walked into the school, you would find everyone very nice. The adminstration is good. When it comes to Atheltic department, it's pretty good. The lunch food is pretty good. I would suggest Sherando High School than Millbrooke or James Wood High.
—Submitted by a student

I recently graduated from Sherando and I would of never chosen a different school to go to! The teachers were outstanding and were always willing to help out when asked for it. There are plenty of clubs for students to participate in, like FBLA, FFA, DECA, Key Club, and many more. I loved going there for my four years and I sometimes wish I could to back!
—Submitted by a parent

The parents are absolutely the best! So supportive and always willing to jump in and help with all Warrior Club functions - it's a pleasure to be a part of the 'family' at Sherando High School. Great job to all parents and fans!

Football games at Sherando are irreplaceable!! They are almost like attending live Redskins games. No problems with teachers! All Teachers reply back in a timely manner. Front office staff leaves a little to the imagination. They seem to not know answers to questions and have completely ignored me each time I have gone in. I stand there, no ones asks if they can help you or what information you need. I have been in the office several times and not once did they acknowledge that I was standing there. The children seem to be well mannered in general and sort of old school (which in this day and time is a good thing). Yes, diversity is somewhat an issue but students thus far seem accepting of others.
—Submitted by a parent

Sports at Sherando seems to take priority. About diversity, there is none at Sherando. These kids are not prepared to handle the type of diversity that exists at VaTech, UofVa, Pitt, Duke, etc.
—Submitted by a parent

After moving from a high school in Chesterfield County, we found Sherando to be a breath of fresh air. The administration and teaching staff were very helpful,friendly,qualified, and not a bunch of snobs!
—Submitted by a parent

Warrior Club, the schools booster club was a major disappointment. As the distributor of athletic scholarships for deserving high school seniors, they seemed not interested in rewarding excellence, more interested in giving scholarships to the children of the Warrior Club parent members. Top athletes and their accomplishments seemed minimized.
—Submitted by a parent

I loved Sherando. it was the first time i was so enthusiastic about goin to school (almost every single day.) The teachers i ahd were great. THey didnt just tell us to turn to a page and answer questions, no. They intereacted with us in creative ways and i actually learned so much! Its not like i just studied stuff for the test Friday then forget what the heck we were talkin bout the next week. I met one of the nicest people i have ever met there (and ive been around) Almost everyone i met was so nice and friendly. It is a diverse school believe it or not. The peopel i met were soo very different with unique personalities. Very few cliques, peopel were very open and the school was very spirited. i loved it!
—Submitted by BB, a former student

People are too hard on Sherando. I am currently a senior at Sherando and have been here for all four years. Overall, I have to say that I really enjoy going to Sherando. For being little old Stephens City, Sherando is pretty big and has a lot of different people. The clubs, sports teams, and most (can't say all) teachers are really great and caring. The more I hear about the other schools in the area and in our district, the more I am glad to go to Sherando High!
—Submitted by a student

sherando high school is a wonderful school . every program at the school is very well taught... my children love this school
—Submitted by louann mowbray, a parent

As a former student of Sherando, I don't see how anyone in their right mind could bash this school. Look, Sherando doesn't have the most diverse demographic, but neither does Frederick Co. as a whole. Being a minority myself, I never felt any prejudice or hatred amongst my peers. If anything, there was a great respect for the individual cultures that we all had and were able to share with others. As for 'band,' they received equal amount of attention as any other program, all of which were top-notch. I will always cherish the fact that I came from such a great school that tries to educate its students in all the areas, and not putting emphasis on one department over the other.
—Submitted by a former student

For the most part I believe sherando to be a good school, but their is alot of favortism when it comes to sports. It doesnt seem to matter if you can play, its just who you are! the football team takes presents over every other sport even tough some have brought in more achievements. The whole school in athletic need a overhaul. Frederick county schools use to be the best around, this area.
—Submitted by a parent

I am a student of Sherando and overall I think it is a school of great opportunities. No, you don't have to be an athlete to be noticed because I am not and I am noticed just like the other students in the school. Athletics is just one of the big achievements of our school but there are many more. I have been a member of the Sherando Band(the flag and rifle team), and let me say we got a great amount of credit for being a Virginia State Band. Also, I am very well rounded in many extracurricular activities the school offers, each one being full of adventures and experiences. I feel Sherando is a great school for students and faculty. I am happy that I have been able to attend this school because I have learned many life long memories and met amazing friends and compassionate teachers.
—Submitted by a student

I would like to say that this is a very good school. I personally like the band director. He is in it for the right reasons and I feel that he is doing an excellent job!
—Submitted by a former student

Within this school the athletic coaches are viewed as gods and the administration bows down to their every need. The other organizations are pushed to the side and given the least amount of money. For example the school's band had a storage shed out back and while the band was away a band camp the football team used it for storage and is still using it. The president of the band organization talked to the principal and he sided with the coaches even though the president explained that the band organization had bought the shed with their own money. So if your kid wants to be notice here they will have to become an athlete or otherwise they will be ignored along with the other 'common' student.
—Submitted by a parent

I am a student of the band at this high school and I have seen many things. Here my school the athletic programs get most of the funding. Also I noticed that even though the motto for most schools is an equal education for all, some students are sent home for short skirts but others such as cheerleaders and 'star' female players are allowed to walk around. Also some players on the football team get ISA and are not allowed to play, yet other 'star' player's coaches use their 'muscle' to pursuade the adminstration to ignore the incident and allow their 'boys' to play that night. Even some teachers here seem to be threatened by the coaches and are easy on the players. Some of these views might be considered one-sided but this is only what I have seen.
—Submitted by a student

We are new in the area and have not found any support for the issues of being a new student. We have found that the safety issue at Sherando along with the racial overtones make this school less than desirable to attend.
—Submitted by a parent

This school is a great school. The admistration is always understanding and cooperative. However, the coaching staff at Sherando High has a bit of an attitude, they believe that the athletes don't understand their own bodies and know when they are hurt. I understand that students often fake an injury during a difficult practice, but when it is true, listen! The school really does have a great atmosphere with students and faculty getting along well.
—Submitted by a former student