This school has terrific advisor support. Is this a school for everyone? No! This is a school for students that want to grow up and be ready for the real world and college. Math and science are offered online, as classes, or if a student really wants to get a jump on college, they can take ANY course
... Read more at the community college, and graduate from high school with college AND high school credits. This school takes time for students to unlearn their current learning style, and learn a style that will take them through their entire life. It requires more time and support from parents and advisors, because students aren t sitting in a desk getting told what to do. Instead, they're learning through real life experiences, which sometimes seems like they re not learning at all. However, nothing could be further from the truth. This education is what you make of it. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/13/09
Students here have poor teacher support in core learning areas. Math and science (if taught at all) are offered via distance learning. Some students have success integrating various subjects to form a valuable knowledge base through their exhibitions (project presentations). But sadly, many others
... Read more seem to procrastinate and end up wasting everyone's time with shallow, hurriedly-done projects. Unless you are very self-motivated, this will be a disaster for you. Read less
Posted by a student on 11/08/08
My son is a freshman at Shenandoah and for the first time since elementary school has enjoyed school. I never thought I would hear the words 'I love school come' from his mouth I can only hope it remains the same for the next four years.
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Posted by a parent on 09/25/08
I cannot express the gratitude I have for Shenandoah. I know I would have been a high school drop-out had it not been for this unique and positive program. My advisor encouraged me to chase after my passions and the independent project-based learning allowed me to grow and learn life lessons on my own.
... Read more It s been amazing! I know what I want to do with my future and have made solid plans for college. I highly recommend this school for any student who is tired of sitting in a classroom and not taking action. Who want to learn what it s like to learn and work in real life. Who want to prepare for college and not take PE! (of course you ll have to make your own exercise plan, but at least you won t have to swim in front of everyone else). Thanks for reading my review. I hope it helped! Read less
Posted by a student on 07/06/08
The 6 out of 10 rating above is based on traditional test score comparisons to California schools. Shenandoah is not 'traditional', so that scoring doesn t work. Our traditional success is shown through independent state reviews. Western Assoc. of Schools & Colleges reviewed Shenandoah for college
... Read more accreditation, and Shenandoah got a glowing report. WASC was impressed with Shenandoah s success, and with what our students have learned, and how they re going to be successful life long learners, prepared for college. Shenandoah is one of the first California Certified Charter School s; and has had 100% of its students in 2007 pass the CAHSEE exam! Guided, independent learning; professional internships, so they know what they want to do as adults; and expectations for college; that s Shenandoah. I ve watched the students turn into amazing adults and have seen them blossom into remarkable human beings. One student at a time? Shenandoah High School really means it! Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/02/08
Shenandoah is simply the most amazing school. My sons AP/G.A.T.E. knowledge has not been bound by a 'traditional box school' mentality. He's going to college (yes while in high school!), finding a professional interest through internships, and yet he's having an exceptionally positive high school experience.
... Read more If you son or daughter has been bored with school, Shenandoah is the place for them, because it's their education, tailored to their interests. Oh, by the way, it's fully accredited, and colleges are already trying to recruit him! Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/27/08
My grandkids go here, and their growth while going to this school has been amazing. I have watched their presentations at school and only wish I had a school like this when I was a teen. The classmates are supportive and respectful, and the small atmosphere makes for a pleasant learning experience.
... Read more I'm a great supporter of this school, because it's been a great supporter of my grandkids! Read less
Posted by a other on 03/27/08
I have been at Shenandoah for four years and with my graduation approaching I m proud to say I have gotten my education here at SHS. I have been here through some rough times and have felt that our school community has held strong for the most part. Two of the best parts of SHS are the internships we
... Read more are allowed to have and the second is how close the school is/was, all of us students know each other and we can to talk each about anything are schools helps us take down those walls with social classes. If you are a parent and reading this SHS will help your child explore who they really are and you will see a big change in their educational goals. Thank you Read less
Shenandoah (SHS) has changed my life! SHS is full of opportunities and open doors and any committed student can make it. Our school s atmosphere is friendly and open. We try to nurture teens to be independent and take on leadership roles, we encourage students to go to college and get ahead at their
... Read more own pace, and we support individuality and freedom of speech. SHS may be a wonderful opportunity for students, but you also must take into consideration that our school is not for everybody. You need to be dedicated and self-motivated. For any lost students we offer supports like mentoring, tutoring, and project focus. Our teachers give 150% (and more!) and are extremely dedicated to students and improvement of the school. Our principal, Valerie Lott, is also an amazing woman who s given her all and continues to do so. Thanks for reading my review, have a fantastic day! Read less
AP classes are college-level classes offered at the high school level. Once a student completes an AP class and passes a final comprehensive examination conducted by the College Board, the student earns college credit for the course. AP classes are specific and not to be confused with other higher-level classes such as honors classes.
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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;
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English as Second Language
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El Dorado schools — Shenandoah High School is located at 6540 Koki Ln, El Dorado CA 95623. 6540 Koki Ln is in the 95623 ZIP code in El Dorado, CA The school district for Shenandoah High School is the El Dorado Union High School District. Shenandoah High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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