I have to agree with the parent that posted on Tue. Sept. 29th. But, I always think parents have to be pro active when it comes to education. Although this is only the second year my student has attended a public school. My student is in Honors & AP Classes which does seem to make a difference as
... Read more what from I can see the non-Honors classes seem to be nothing more than glorified babysitting classes....Speaking of babysitting....The teen mom's can bring the babies to school...And has anyone else notice the the huge Military ROTC on campus lately?? Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/05/09
This is my 4 child going through Grossmont an up until now the school has been very wonderful with helping kids to achive and move on. But, the last two years I have seen a decline in teacher and counciling help. I encourage every parent to know what their child will need to go on and what classes
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Posted by a parent on 09/29/09
My son graduated from Grossmont High School and went to an elite university. He had a wonderful high school education and experience. School leadership under principal Theresa Kemper is wonderful. The staff is friendly, and teachers are great. It is a fun school for students--lots of energy and school
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Posted by a parent on 08/18/09
My daughter finished her Freshman year with much success. I was concerned about the out dated school but there have been such great improvements already and this summer they are building more. The school has a number of clubs for students to join and the athletics are open to everyone. There is so
... Read more much to keep your teen busy and active. Of course - too much homework for a very involved student. Sports, associations, clubs, extracurricular and homework.....doesn't leave much time for family. The only other issue I have is the lunch area. There is limited space for students to have lunch. Other than that - I'm really happy with the school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/10/09
GHS keeps growing and improving to help students achieve their goals and be able to go to college. It has improved its' services to help students succeed academically, socially and emotionally. In 2009 they are being recognized as a Distinguished School by the State of California, meaning that they are
... Read more improving and supplying student's necessities. They are getting students ready for college and helping students create a career path. Their interventions programs are a key to the student's improvements and success! I highly recommend this school. Read less
Posted by a other on 06/30/09
Very old school. Good teachers and support from the principals however ther are issues with drugs and peer pressure here
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Posted by a parent on 04/29/09
grossmont high school is the best. the teachers are knowledgeable and caring. i love this school.
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Posted by a parent on 11/23/07
As a college student, I graduated Grossmont with know concept of college. The extremely conservative school district poorly affects the student's learning and final outcome in attempts to adhere students to their moral standards. Poor fund management, convoluted local government, a sports superiority
... Read more complex and a curriculum with no variation. Let the teachers teach what they want, not what the state wants. These may be state funded school system's failings, but with no attempts to lead the way in this area, Grossmont merely becomes just another public school basking in mediocrity. Read less
The overall quality of the academic programs is excellent, however you'll be stuck with textbooks dating as far back as 1986. There are a wide variety of exctracurriculars, including Cross Country and a surf team. The parent involvement is about average.
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El Cajon schools — Grossmont High School is located at 1100 Murray Dr, El Cajon CA 92020. 1100 Murray Dr is in the 92020 ZIP code in El Cajon, CA The school district for Grossmont High School is the Grossmont Union High School District. Grossmont High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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