Choice is Yours

“I think another part, and that's why we love Andersen so much, is due to their IB program and how important that mindset is to be an inquirer. To live in the mindset of kind of looking outside the box and also questioning what information is coming to them and how it pertains to them within their community.”

Nate (Parent)

“He did Pre-K here when we opened up a program at Haley and learned so much. He didn't know numbers, you know, he didn't really know how to write. And this program really grew him socially and emotionally to get him ready for kindergarten, which is so important. And now he's, you know, thriving in school, which is amazing... Both boys attended Kids Express program before school, after school. My oldest is the steel drum band. He's a part of drama club. We've done running club. There's just so many opportunities for students to take advantage of before school and after school that enrich what they're already learning in the classroom. And that's one of my favorite things about Chandler.”

Stephanie (Parent)

"We have also been very impressed with the teachers - they really have a heart for the kids. I know that is a reflection of [the principal's] expectations and values."

Stephanie & Matt S. (Parents)

"I love this school because I love the staff. The teachers, the administration, the principal... I feel like Conley is a good place to connect with other people... I see my kids succeed because they have a very strong base at Conley."

Dinah P., (mom and staff member)

My two children attend Tarwater and the teachers are wonderful! Lots of parental involvement. When they started they were both behind academically and now they are both at grade level and excelling due to Tarwater.

Parent

We have had a wonderful experience at Tarwater so far. As our neighborhood school, it truly feels like a community where everyone knows your name. The teachers are the heart of this school. They are incredibly dedicated, knowledgeable, and seem to genuinely love what they do. They don't just teach the curriculum; they mentor the students. If you’re looking for a school that balances a rigorous education with a warm, virtuous environment, I cannot recommend Tarwater enough!

Parent

We love the Tarwater community! Our children are thriving academically and are consistently supported in the classroom. Beyond the academics, the school has a fun welcoming community that makes families feel involved! We are very happy with our experience here!

Parent

Tarwater is a truly special place - kids that support each other and push each other to be better, great families in the community, and teachers and staff who truly care about the whole picture with these kids. Not to mention, how many other public school Mandarin Immersion programs will you find out there we are incredibly lucky to have such a unique and top-notch program in CUSD. In a world where balancing all of the pressures of being a public school educator is harder than ever, Tarwater really excels and sets itself apart as a welcoming, happy, safe, motivating environment

Parent

“I have a son in kindergarten and a daughter in fourth grade at Tarwater. I have always loved the academic and social environment offered by the school. Teachers and administrators are engaging and supportive of students and parents alike. They genuinely care about creating an environment where our children can excel and thrive. The school offers a strong sense of community that extends beyond its grounds and I would highly recommend it to friends and family.”

Parent

“I appreciate how he's been challenged ... Seeing him challenged and asked to put things together and not just in isolated subjects has been really cool [in the TOP program].”

Karen (Parent)

“As a parent, I feel very comfortable and proud to have her in [the TOP program]. It's an advanced program, and I just hope she keeps it up.”

Martha (Parent)

“We have nice teachers and the principal is nice. I’ve been here since kindergarten, and I’ve loved all my teachers.”

Aubree (Student)

“The school really wants to teach these children how to be good members of society. What more can you ask for in an elementary school?”

Jonathan G. (Parent)

“A lot of the things we do are like real life situations. They teach us things that will help us out in real life.”

Tony (Student)

“The whole campus being gifted really helps support my children and their learning. I think my son said it best, he told me that Weinberg is paradise for a gifted kid.”

Sarah C. (Parent)

“There's something for everybody at Tarwater. The students are very warm and friendly. I think this is an amazing school to go to, and I'm really lucky to be here.”

Jace (Student)

“Tarwater is focused on academics and that was important to us as we were starting to enroll our kids in school. But there's so much more than the academic part, it's a great community.”

Tim M. (Parent)

“You learn valuable lessons that will help you later on in life. We learn how to help other people and be a leader.”

Zach (Student)

“These teachers went above and beyond for my children. I don't know that I'll ever be able to express how grateful we are for everything that they've done for my children.”

Stephanie B. (Parent)

“I really like it because they teach in a way that I understand, so it makes a learning a lot better and more fun. I've come here since kindergarten and it's been really awesome!”

Tyler (Student)

“Academically, the school is very, very strong. The sense of community is also very strong, and teachers and families promote that.”

Sheri S. (Parent)

“There are a lot of clubs here and I think that’s important so you can meet new people and you can branch out and learn new things.”

Gabi (Student)

“It makes me feel comfortable that my kids have this sense of community right here where we live, and that they feel safe.”

Tisha T. (Parent)

“I like San Marcos because of the teachers and especially our principal. They're very nice and they help us a lot. I feel good when I’m here.”

Esmeralda (Student)

“I would definitely recommend the school because of the teachers. When you walk onto campus, everybody's friendly and the kids, they're just happy.”

Mary L. (Parent)

“I love all the clubs and activities at Ryan, and I felt like I fit right in.”

Allie (Student)

“They make such a great small community within their classrooms that I think it's such a great support system for each kid, no matter what their needs are.”

Joy H. (Parent)

“I've had really good teachers. I love to see my teachers and all my friends, and all these people that make me happy and help me learn.”

Kennedy (Student)

“We've had some teachers that have really changed my kid’s life. This teacher has helped our son find a real passion for school.”

Melissa O. (Parent)

“Everyone here has been nice and welcoming, and includes me.”

Brandon (Student)

“The climate and the community that Rice has developed, that the administration has supported, and the staff has embraced is phenomenal.”

Jenna B. (Parent)

“We have a lot of fun clubs to be in so every kid can participate, and all the teachers really motivate you.”

Adrian (Student)

“For my kids, I know they're in the right spot just by how they've grown and improved every year.”

Nicole C. (Parent)

“My teacher really helped me. If I was struggling with a subject, they would help me through it.”

Brooklyn (Student)

“Everybody was so friendly. Everybody says hi, and that that was new to us. The principal knew all of the kids’ names and that was awesome to me.”

Sashe D. (Parent)

“They make it fun to learn, and I can still remember it because it was engaging and fun.”

Brady (Student)

“Knox Gifted Academy provides a project-based learning environment to the students where they learn by doing hands on, fun activities, and work to solve a problems.”

Priya K. (Parent)

“There's lots of great teachers. You get to learn in fun ways and make lots of friends.”

Keegan (Student)

“The communication with parents is incredible. I always feel up to date on what's happening in the classroom. The extracurricular activities on campus enrich our children's lives and provide fun, but also contribute to their education.” 

Kristen T. (Parent)

“They make you feel welcome, it's just a very friendly school. Everyone is just so kind and caring.”

Emme (Student)

“I just know when I send my kids here, that they're being taken care of academically, socially and emotionally.”

Kristen B. (Parent)

“The teachers are really nice and friendly and the accelerated classes that we have challenge us and our school is safe and clean.”

Kade (Student)

“They're learning leadership and that's huge in my eyes, because our kids are getting it at a very young age, and they're going to be strong leaders. The teachers are constantly progressing their knowledge, they're just on top of their game.”

Kim F. (Parent)

“We get to do band or orchestra, and also drama club, choir, cheerleading and city council, plus lots more. We have a great time learning and growing together.”

Nieko (Student)

“The teachers build community in their classrooms with the kids and it's just a warm and welcoming place. I feel like I'm invited to be a part of their education.”

Krista B. (Parent)

“The teachers and principal are really nice! I'm just glad I go here!”

Hugo (Student)

“We chose Galveston because I knew the quality and commitment of the teachers and the quality of the education she would receive.”

Sylvia H. (Parent)

“The teachers are all really nice and everybody here is supportive and they have great clubs. I love being a part of this whole entire school family!”

Vivian (Student)

“They prepare the students beyond just academics. I think this school is a hidden gem and when you step on campus, it has a family feeling to it.”

Jonathan S. (Parent)

“You can be friends with everyone, and we all learn to be good leaders.”

Xavier (Student)

“They push the kids to the next level. They understand the kids. They work with them socially, educationally, just a good overall balance from academics to having fun.”

Efrain M. (Parent)

“The teachers here make it enjoyable because they're so hardworking and they really care about you and your education.”

Teagan (Student)

“My girls love their teachers! Their teachers know it’s important that they communicate with us. I couldn't be happier!”

Jeremy S. (Parent)

“The teachers are really nice, and they make me feel like I should work my hardest and do my best. I just love going here and I can't imagine going to any other school.”

Zoe (Student)

“My kids have always had really good teachers. They come home and tell us that they just love their teachers.”

Annell S. (Parent)

“The students are really nice to each other, and the teachers do really care about their students and they help them. I really like this school and I feel welcome here.”

Mia (Student)

“We like the organization and the structure of the school, there's obviously a strong focus on academics, yet the kids are still allowed to be kids.”

Amy C. (Parent)

“I've been here since kindergarten, and everybody here is kind and I’m just so happy when I get to school.”

Alex (Student)

“I can see that school is an exciting, fun delight for him.”

Aubrey W. (Parent)

“I love this school and can't imagine going anywhere else, it fits me perfectly.”

Austin (Student)

“I think the teachers here do such a great job of pushing them to help them reach their goals.”

Andrea M. (Parent)

“It's great being a Falcon and it has great people here to help you whenever you need it.”

Mia (Student)

“There's so much that I love about the school, first off, their strong academic focus. Second, I don't know anyone else that would love my child as much as the staff here, they love my children.”

Betsy B. (Parent)

“l like to be challenged, so I like that we have an advanced math program.”

Kayla (Student)

“I see with a lot of younger siblings, they just can't wait to be a part of Carlson.”

Amiee A (Parent)

“The teachers here are great. I've been here since kindergarten, and they're really nice.”

Daniel (Student)

I love that they make it a priority to teach leadership skills. You walk into the office or go onto the campus, you just feel this warmth. I think it’s one of the best kept secrets in Chandler.”

Sherri L. (Parent)

“When you're walking through the halls it just feels like you belong, I feel very at home here.”

Adree (Student)

“There's such an absolute cohesiveness and just love for the kids that come to school here every day. My kids want to get up, and they want to come to school here.”

Kathy K. (Parent)

“They really help you when you don't understand something and encourage you to keep on learning.”

Ian (Student)

“The International Baccalaureate program has added such a benefit to my child.”

Martha M. (Parent)

"When I came here I didn’t really know what to expect, but Perry really made it easy to transition from a small little school to a huge high school. Everyone just kind of has a place."

(Student)

"Teachers sacrificing for the betterment of the students is what we've definitely found here. That gives students an advantage for that next step, whatever that is going to be for them. Tremendously positive experience at Perry High."

Jim M. (Parent)

"Teachers place a lot of emphasis on things like executive functioning and organization, and what it means to be to be organized, to be able to understand things, to question things critically. Skills that you need to use to excel in the future."

Mani (Student)

"I've seen that they motivate him to be a better student, better athlete, to work hard to reach goals. That's why I like Hamilton."

Jamie B. (Parent)

"There's a teacher here that opened up a door in my mind that took me where I never thought I could get to, and that's the greatest part."

Omar (Student)

"You want them to go on in life and do great things. They gave her the confidence here that she really needed to be able to be successful."

Sue Z. (Parent)

"No matter what you go into, whether it's AP honors or another level, you're going to get a great education no matter what, because the teachers are so passionate about what they teach."

Luke (Student)

"Your children can find just about anything that they want to do here. There's also a very strong sense of community with the school. It's just been a really good place for my children to grow."

Shawna P. (Parent)

"Not only are you getting a high school experience, but you’re also getting a college experience early."

Samantha (Student)

"It gives the kids an opportunity to be able to work at their own pace and to take advantage of college classes."

Greg E. (Parent)

"They promote benevolence, honor and scholarship, which makes you a better person. They want to build you up not just to be a good person in the classroom, but a great person in the world."

(Student)

"We moved here two weeks before my oldest child started school here, and she came home the first day and it was like she'd been here forever. She said, “Mom, there's a place for everybody."

Christy D. (Parent)

"ACP has done such a great job at preparing me for my future. I find that all of the skills I've learned within my classes, I can also apply to my life now. You're prepared for life, whether it is college, if you go to the military, or start your own business."

Allie (Student)

"We want to set them up for success in college, and ACP does that with teaching them how to manage time and projects so that when my kids go off to college, they're actually prepared for life."

Karen T. (Parent)

"Everyone is welcome here and the teachers are amazing. I feel like they truly care about us and are preparing me for high school."

J'nique (Student)

"I have never met a principal or staff who truly care and are genuinely interested in the well-being of the kids more than here. Willis has a lot to offer anyone."

Becky M. (Parent)

"It's a great community. It's just great to know that I can fit in somewhere and it's just basically a second home."

Payton (Student)

"The positive vibe that you get when you walk on campus is generated from the administrators and teachers that have built this climate to allow students to be themselves, and to have fun yet have such a strong academic base."

Debra G. (Parent)

"The people here are just fun! The staff here are always friendly and the teachers are amazing! I love all of my teachers! Payne does a great job of getting me prepared for high school and even college."

Hanna (Student)

"They bring everybody into the whole school together as a community."

Shannon M. (Parent)

"I train about 30 hours a week and practice twice a day, and this program gives me a lot of flexibility. I would be missing school so much but with this program, I'm able to train and get an education"

Kara (Student)

"My daughter does a lot of travel for her sport, and this program has given her the opportunity to focus on her schoolwork and still continue to be in an environment where she can excel, but also excel in her sport."

Nina L. (Parent)

"The school is great because everyone's just so close, all the students, all the teachers, everyone. And it's just a great place to be because you're getting what you need!"

(Student)

"We just love the idea that you could transition from junior high into high school, and be exposed to high school curriculum and sports and clubs so it’s a good choice for our family!"

Jill H. (Parent)

"The school is great because everyone's just so close, all the students, all the teachers, everyone. And it's just a great place to be, because you're getting what you need!"

(Student)

"We just love the idea that you could transition from junior high into high school, and be exposed to high school curriculum, and sports and clubs. So it’s a good choice for our family!"

Jill H. (Parent)

"Bogle is a loving community. When I came to Bogle so many new doors opened up for me because no matter where you come from, Bogle is just like home away from home"

Rosa (Student)

"I've had two kids going through the school here at Bogle and have been impressed from day one. Everybody is so kind and so helpful and sincere about helping your child do what's best for them, to help them succeed!"

Dana S. (Parent)

"I think AMS gets you ready for your future. AMS is a smaller school, but that means the teachers have more time to focus on the individual. I feel like I've grown so much as a student in my education this year, because of the one-on-one contact I received!"

Jadyn (Student)

"I'm trying to give my kids as many opportunities to do what they want in the future, when they want to do it. I think AMS gives them more opportunities to get a better education, a chance to go to the schools that they want to go to, and then get the jobs that they want to get."

Sheldon B. (Parent)

"With the college prep, they teach us note taking skills and how to stay more organized, and we learn social skills and lifelong skills."

Sophia (Student)

"It's called a college prep for a reason. I can actually see the rigor that they put into it to prepare them for not only college, but high school as well."

Sherida M. (Parent)

"The teachers always help us understand what we're doing in order for us to get to the next big step. I love coming to school, it’s really welcoming and homey. They make you feel good about coming to school every day!"

Areli (Student)

"There are teachers she's really connected with, where she's able to go to them for help and speak to them about things."

Laural P. (Parent)

"Walking into a huge high school felt overwhelming, and my anxiety made it hard to focus on my goals. Switching to CEC changed everything. The smaller campus and quieter classrooms let me actually breathe and be myself. With my personalized graduation plan, I’m already getting ahead on credits without the ‘big school’ stress. I finally feel like a student again, not just a number in a hallway."

Freshman, Class of 2029

"I needed a school that worked with my life, not the other way around. At CEC, the flexible scheduling allowed me to balance my core classes in person while exploring my interests through the Lift Lab and EVIT. Completing a whole year of credit in 18 weeks gave me the momentum I needed to graduate early and start my career sooner."

Junior, Early Graduate Path

The best part of CEC is the community. Because the classes are small, my teachers actually know my goals. They helped me build a Personalized Graduation Plan that included college classes at CGCC, giving me a massive head start on my bachelor’s degree without the stress of a massive high school campus. 

Sophomore, Concurrent Enrollment Student

"Coming to CEC changed everything for me. In just three and a half years, I will not only finish high school, I will walk across the stage with my high school diploma and an Associate Degree from CGCC. The 9-week semesters kept me focused, and the personalized support from my teachers made sure I never felt lost in the fast pace."

Junior, Class of 2027 (December 2026 Graduate)