This is a wonderful school. My child has been to a few high schools because we've moved a few times, and this is his favorite school in the world. I would recommend this school to everyone who wants to give their child a great education.
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Posted by a parent on 10/04/09
Lots of school activities for students. There is a variety of classes for the students to find the courses that interest them. Awesom principal.
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Posted by a parent on 09/25/09
Castro Valley High has a large population, serivng the entire community, yet manages to maintain its status as a California Distinguished School. The Academics, Arts, and Athletics are outstanding.
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Posted by a parent on 09/16/09
castro valley high has some excellent teachers, but also some mediocre ones.there are some good counselors and some bad ones who don't seem to care about their students.sometimes the front office staff do not treat visitors with respect and courtesy. The rest of the classified staff is terrific,
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Posted by a other on 09/11/09
I went to Castro Valley High my freshman year and i didnt likke it. There are a few teachers who show that they care about the school but the rest i felt had a negative attitude towards me. Plus this chool is not diverse at all. It mostly has white and asian students. I am trying so hard to get my grandmother
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Posted by a student on 07/27/09
This is my freshman year attending CVHS and already, I am extremely stressed out from the work. I'm still managing to get straight As, but it has become increasingly hard. I'd don't like how the school is too crowded, but it doesn't bother me much. I think the main thing CVHS needs to work on is the
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Posted by a student on 11/08/08
I think it is about time to update some of the parent opinions regarding CVHS. Under the leadership of the current principal, the school is strengthening its academics. I have also noticed that many very qualified teachers have joined the staff. Socially, my sophomore son tells me that CVHS is a place
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Posted by a parent on 10/13/08
I think this is an outstanding school. My son has many special learning needs. The teachers have been wonderful in communicating and helping my son develop a plan to be successful in his studies.
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Posted by a parent on 10/11/08
I have 3 children who went to CVHS, the third a junior. I have seen the school go from an above average school to one that is just below average. It is too over-crowded and the administration, counselors and teachers are becoming less caring and responsive to the student's needs. It has become
... Read more a school that places less emphasis in academic excellence to a school that is just trying to balance their budget. Money is such a focus that the school discourages students from taking classes at the community college, even though it can further their educational goals. Not happy with the school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/02/08
I currently attend CVHS and I find it to be annoying at times, but then again I love it at other times. The school has gone steadily downhill since letting transfers from 'stressed' school districts in (like hayward and san leandro). It is increasingly overcrowded (almost 3,000 students) and most classes
... Read more have about 35 students in them. It's very hard to be recognized for anything and there's a ton of competition between students, as well as tons of students who don't give a care about anything. There are a few exceptionally amazing staff members, but on the contrary there are a lot of teachers who have no business being teachers. It's incredibly disappointing. I think the CVHS experience has a lot to do with luck of who you get for a teacher and how dedicated you are, because if you're not dedicated, you won't get any push from staff. Read less
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Castro Valley schools — Castro Valley High School is located at 19400 Santa Maria Ave, Castro Valley CA 94546. 19400 Santa Maria Ave is in the 94546 ZIP code in Castro Valley, CA The school district for Castro Valley High School is the Castro Valley Unified School District. Castro Valley High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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