I was noticing that the Principal, Lauren Sheahan is rated a three in Great Schools. I want you to know that I disagree. Mrs. Sheahan's first year was last year. Rome wasn't built in a day. However, she is doing a terrific job and deserves a 5 star rating. Teacher quality deserves a 4 and safety
... Read more and discipline deserves at least a 4. The environment at BCHS is much more conducive to learning. I am the parent of a Senior who has attended the last 3 years. The Arizona School System rates Boulder Creek an 'Exemplary School'..the highest rating. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/09/09
It's beautiful campus with many great teachers as well as school staff.
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Posted by a parent on 10/05/09
i have been going to boulder creek for all of about 5 weeks and i absolutely love it here. dont believe all of the rumors about this being a bad school with bad influences becuase from what i can see, this is a great school, and beautiful campus with friendly people and great teachers.
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Posted by a student on 09/16/09
the school is totally awesome! my classmates are very hilarious especially in Spanish! =] and the work are challenging if you are taking honors classes like i am.
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Posted by a student on 09/12/09
My student had a great first day of school today at Boulder Creek. The school is very well organized, the teachers are friendly, and the staff is very helpful. I think this is going to be a super experience for the next four years for my child.
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Posted by a parent on 08/17/09
Boulder Creek is an excellent school. They received an 'Excelling' grade from the ADE again this year. I can see why, because there is something for everyone. Special education classes, advanced placement classes and interesting electives. The teachers really care about their students. The coaches
... Read more keep the Jags winning with 9 region titles in 08-09. The Principal and Assistant Principals go to everything. They keep the campus safe and have respect for the students and parents. I think Boulder Creek is one of the best schools in the state of Arizona. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/31/09
Boulder Creek has excelling AP classes and has given my child one of the best experiences in his school career. The graduation rate is satisfactory and I would recommend this school to any other parent looking for a great disciplined hardworking school for their child to attend.
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Posted by a parent on 07/04/09
Boulder Creek is an awesome school. The teachers are great and so is the curriculum. They have a good set of guidlines as well.
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Posted by a student on 06/30/09
Boulder Creek High School did have a 'rocky' start, but has become an excellent school with caring teachers, and a very involved administration. Students continuing (successfully) to college continues to rise. Athletic and Academic scholarships are on the rise. The teachers at BCHS are committed to
... Read more giving their students the best education possible, and preparing them for secondary education. The coaches at BCHS are concerned for the student as a 'whole' and provide feedback that can be used on/off the field/court/etc...The administration at BC is available to parents and shows great concern for students needs. This school has struggled in the past, but it is now on a true path for success. With the advantage of a beautiful campus with knowledgeable teachers and committed administrators, BCHS is now well on its way to being 'the' school to attend. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/03/09
Despite the rumors that Boulder Creek has managed to accumulate, it really is not a bad school. I am currently a sophomore at Boulder Creek and I have enjoyed attending it for the past 2 years. The academics are good; we have great honors classes as well as an excellent AP program. Our sports programs
... Read more are excellent as well, all of our sports teams have done great, and we have an amazing track team who had 29 athletes (14 freshman) qualify for the state meet last year. Overall BCHS is a great school and anyone that says it is not didn't capitalize on their time here. And to all the parents that say the school is bad, it doesn't, your kid is probably just a loner and doesn't like it because they have no friends so they make up these obscure lies to get them transferred. Read less
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Advanced Placement
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Gifted and Talented
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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.
Anthem schools — Boulder Creek High School is located at 40404 Gavilan Peak Pkwy, Anthem AZ 85086. 40404 Gavilan Peak Pkwy is in the 85086 ZIP code in Anthem, AZ The school district for Boulder Creek High School is the Deer Valley Unified Sd 97. Boulder Creek High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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