My child attended Calavera Middle school all three years. She is a freshman at Carlsbad High School and has amazing grades. The 8th grade team (honors English, Social Studies and Science) were outstanding. She is in honors English, science and math with solid A's in every class. I also loved having
... Read more her at a smaller middle school. Yes, there are less activities offered, but that didn't bother us at all. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/23/09
Wow! I am impressed this year! The math is challenging and science is great. I feel that they should let the people win the haunted bingo though!! I lost a lot!! and the two people next to me won!! But back to topic, this is a great school with much much to offer. Drama is a big standout with my school.
... Read more Ms.Hancock is a great, caring principal. She is a GREAT asset to the school. Student Centerd Learning Community is a great motto for and AWSOME school! Read less
Posted by a student on 10/18/08
Far too many of the kids here are mean and use foul language casually. We moved from a school where enthusiastic teachers and respectful kids were not uncommon! Come on, you live in 'paradise', get some character!
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Posted by a parent on 10/15/08
Just wanted to repond to the notion that academics is second rate at CHMS, as an alum. I have had wonderful experiences. . . 1. In response to the academic stature I am currently a junior with a GPA of 4.7 and ranked 3rd in my class of 770 so hows that for academics. 2. On top of that the theatre
... Read more program here is stellar. Second to none, I learned so much from this program that I still find beneficial in my life such as teamwork. . . I also did this on top of school and as you can tell by the above statement it didnt hurt me! and also the music program is privately funded and doesnt draw from school funding. Great Job Mrs Gardner! Read less
Posted by a student on 10/02/08
Coyote Cavern Productions truly makes CHMS & CHE unique schools. No, it isn't at the same level as the drama class. They serve different students that might not have the opportunity to be in drama or it may be addition to their class. It is so refreshing to see students have an opportunity to be involve
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Posted by a parent on 06/25/08
To July 2nd post: Coyote Cavern Productions is a privately funded after school musical theater program that was originally started by parents at Calavera Elementary. When the middle school opened, it started recruiting the middle school kids as well. CCP has nothing to do with the Carlsbad school district
... Read more and therefore, is not funded by the district budget. CHMS has a drama teacher that is paid by the school district, but the department does not have the same $25K funding that CCP works with, nor the parent support. The high school doesn't even have that sort of funding for their musicals! CHMS is fortunate to share the production company with the elementary school on their campus. Unfortunately, I think it takes away from having a real middle school musical production, and limits the number of middle schoolers who participate, since the musicals also include elementary school students. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/14/08
I think the school is great with not so many students and its in a very nice area. My girls love it. We moved from the riverside area to out here and what a difference in them and their school work......
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Posted by a parent on 01/09/08
Calavera Hills Middle School has been a huge let down. I wouldn't recommend this school to anyone who wants a challenge. I myself as a student have had many bad teachers this year.
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Posted by a student on 06/23/07
I am a former student from CHMS and while I was there, I had an amazing experience with all of my teachers except for a select few. Although there was a mass amount of promotion for any musical activities, there was no chance to participate in any sport or other activity. This school is only two years
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Posted by a former student on 05/22/07
I love Calavera Hills Middle School. The staff, teachers, administration are wonderful. I especially love the Club Coyote free afterschool program, that is run by North County Lifeline. Without this program my child would be alone after school. The School is always clean and the students are friendly.
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Carlsbad schools — Calavera Hills Middle School is located at 4104 Tamarack Ave, Carlsbad CA 92008. 4104 Tamarack Ave is in the 92008 ZIP code in Carlsbad, CA The school district for Calavera Hills Middle School is the Carlsbad Unified School District. Calavera Hills Middle School is a Public school that serves grade levels 6 - 8.
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