I recieved an education that enabled me to enter college and I am graduating soon with a 3.7 GPA. I attribute my success to a few of my teachers at SHHS, but not to the school as a whole. I believe that this institution is poorly organized, and runs ineffectively. The best thing that could happen to
... Read more this school is that they would leave the PCSSD (which is very poorly run) and become an independent school. The town of Sherwood can support this school well and if it was funded properly and run by effective administrators, it could be one of the top schools in the state. Read less
My daughter has received great education. Other than the school being older there were no issues.
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Posted by a parent on 03/04/09
This school is progressing yearly with the consistency in administration. Our principle has made discipline a priority and students know what to expect. The assistant principles follow the same strategy in policy. Firm but fair seems to be winning. I am a very pleased parent at Sylvan Hills High.
... Read more My daughter is an 11th grader and I believe she is getting a superb education. She is in the pre-AP and AP classes but the teacher make all the difference. I think our group of teachers are some of the most dedicated and committed group of teachers. They go the extra mile for the student. The administrators and counselors also work tirelessly. I sub some at the school so I see the school in a close up way. I can say I am very pleased with what I see. Thanks for a job well done- Sylvan Hills High Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/18/08
My child attends SHHS and I am very pleased with the teachers, principle and school. The one thing that is very upsetting is that this school is in desperate need of renovations, but this school never seems to have money. With all the taxpayers in Sherwood you would think that SH would receive some
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Posted by a parent on 03/03/08
I have 3 children that have attended SHHS and they all loved it! They were all enrolled in the AP classes and learned so much in addition to having fun in classes and sports. The new principal has definitely made a difference in the program at SHHS. I just hope that he will stay there for a while
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Posted by a parent on 02/01/08
As a veteran teacher at SHHS, I am excited about the direction the school is moving. Our new principal has really boosted teacher and student morale, and we've all benefitted from his leadership. Go Bears!
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Posted by a teacher on 01/03/07
Okay Sylvan Hills may not be the greatest school, but it's a very fun atmosphere! Most of the teachers are very good. As far as im concerned the safety of your child is in very good hands. Every sports team is very close like a family. They welcome you and invite you in like you've been going there forever.
... Read more I've went to SH for 8 years and im sad to say that i will not be attending this year because of my parents. Send your child there. They'll have fun with the classes and atmosphere SH puts out, and it's very easy to be accepted there!! Read less
Posted by a student on 08/16/06
I'm a Junior that currently attends this school and I must say that I hate it here. The violance rating is way to high. If you're thinking about going to this school, take my advice and don't. It is a total waste of high school memories. The education is horrible.
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Posted by a student on 05/02/06
SHHS has strong, competent teachers that have held the school together for years.
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* In 2008-2009 Arkansas used the Benchmark Exam to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in literacy and grades 3 through 8 in math. The Benchmark Exam is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Arkansas. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
Student enrollment:
1,018
Students per teacher:
20
Full-time teachers:
51
Number of classrooms:
45
Arts
Art
Music
Choral, Music Theory
Computer Science
Computer Science, Desktop Publishing, Multimedia
Vocational Education
Cosmetology, Drafting, Food Nutrition, Health, Keyboarding/Typing, Phys Ed, Word Processing
Fine Arts
Drama, Fine Arts
Science
Environmental Science, Human Anatomy/Physiology
Special Education
Hearing Specialists, Speech/Language Pathologists
English
Journalism, Literature, Speech/Debate
Social Studies / Social Sciences
Law
Math
Trigonometry
Advanced Placement
Math, Science, Social Studies, English, Fine Arts, Foreign Language
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Advanced Placement
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Before/After School
"Extended day" programs where the school day is extended before and after school to accommodate working parents. These programs should not be confused with common after school clubs or athletic activities.
Gifted and Talented
A school system may identify 10% to 15% or more of its student population as gifted and talented. A brief description of each area of giftedness or talent as defined by the Office of Gifted and Talented:
general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
Vocational and/or technical courses offered within a comprehensive school, usually a senior high school.
Special Education Classes
A school or program within a school that provides services and training to students with moderate to severe mental and/or physical disabilities.
Adult Education Classes
Programs offering GED or equivalent courses for adults within regular schools, whether classes are held during evening or daytime schedules.
English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
Sherwood schools — Sylvan Hills High School is located at 484 Bear Paw Rd, Sherwood AR 72120. 484 Bear Paw Rd is in the 72120 ZIP code in Sherwood, AR The school district for Sylvan Hills High School is the Pulaski County Special School District. Sylvan Hills High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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