I applaud those that are honest and abhor those that are not. I feel that many parents and students use this message board as an opportunity to criticize when they should consider point the finger in another direction. I have a son at the school and he loves it. He has made friends quickly and he feels
... Read more that the teachers are the best. Understand, he was not motivated to learn but has found a 'new lease on life.' Additionally, he is active in athletics (football and wrestling). Both programs have gone through their ups and downs. He is most pleased with wrestling now that things have seemed to level out. He loves the coach as he continually stresses the importance of making the right reflection and impression. This school deserves the highest marks. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/13/09
This school abounds in stupidty. The assistant principal is more concerned about his being accepted as the principal for the new High School He along with most of the teachers are arrogant. As a concerned parent, I was informed that one my child's teachers didn't feel that she had to inform me of
... Read more how my son was doing since as a sophomore, he was nearing adulthood. Negating responsibility is a common practice among the educators here. This school concerns itself with lying to parents and students and focuses mainly on football and baseball as the goal children should strive to be part of . Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/04/08
I graduated from four years at WCHS, and my experience was fantastic. But not because of the school. The entire time I attended, I had no voice; I suffered for even trying to raise issues. The Arts program is absolutely amazing; I would not be who I am without it. And the IB programme, although off to
... Read more a harsh start (as my year learned) is a good program, and while the director worked hard to get the program instilled, she never represented the truth and realities of the program to the students at any point. The athletics, which are good, are far too celebrated, by both staff and student council, which is the only school organization on campus recognized by the administration as serious. Rather than recognize a theatre club that has won state competitions or DECA students who competed nationally, a team that competed at regionals is celebrated. Read less
Posted by a other on 08/22/08
There is a huge drug problem in this school, and teachers/admin pay more attention on the dress code and football team than they do academics. The only people who have school spirit are in sports, everybody else hates the school.
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Posted by a student on 07/13/08
I attened this school my freshman year and i absolutly loved this school. the people are amazing and the teachers are the best. the school had so much school spirit it was awsome, i hope its still that spirited.
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Posted by a other on 05/13/08
I'm not very pleased with this school at all. Granted, it is in a good neighborhood, but the teachers are terrible, and there isn't enough staff to enforce the district policies. Many of the teachers have been fired, especially this year, and there have been a lot of nehative activity at the school.
... Read more I am a freshman at the school, and I hear this is the best high school in the district. I would hate to have to attend the other school if they are worse that WCHS. Read less
Posted by a student on 04/23/08
this school isn't very good. i moved here from michigan and realize that arizona schools arent the best, but i am not challenged at all and hope this wont bring me down for university. taking AP classes but still not challenging. Also, the teachers arent very experienced.
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Posted by a student on 04/20/08
i love willow canyon. im a freshman there and i love how this school has lots of spirit, great teachers, and pretty much the whole staff is amazing! i also like how theres after school programs to help me. im glad to be a WCHS student, and ill be glad to graduate from Willow. I totally recommend this
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Posted by a student on 04/15/08
Great school! My son loves the programs and the teachers are wonderful! They are helpful, respond fast and have a great program!
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Posted by a parent on 03/05/08
I am a friend of a parent whose son goes to WCHS and they have nothing but great things to say. They love the school and the athletics. The teachers are very helpful and care tremendously about the students. They are always available for student and parents needs.
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Surprise schools — Willow Canyon High School is located at 17901 W Lundburg St, Surprise AZ 85388. 17901 W Lundburg St is in the Surprise Farms neighborhood and 85388 ZIP code in Surprise, AZ The school district for Willow Canyon High School is the Dysart Unified School District 89. Willow Canyon High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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