Poor communication. Administration is not on top of returning phone calls. It is very hard to resolve any issues in a timely manner. Only a small handfull of good teachers. Independent Studies is the way to go if you plan on attending SBHS. They are all caring teachers that respect the students and
... Read more want to see them succeed. It is a great program. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/07/08
This school is stuck in a forgotten era. They have made great strides as far as providing an alternative educational environment, but that is at risk. Their Independent Study Program is one of the most rigorous in the area and will, more than likely, be discontinued with the upcoming retirement of
... Read more the Director of Student Services. What a shame that the current district administration doesn't see the value of saving these students from dropping out. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/18/08
i have to say, i've been blessed with great teachers all four of my years here, but the actual way the school was run didn't seem all that great to me. Now, though, Ms. Lamento (pardon if i misspell it) is doing wonders. She always seems to have a smile on here face, and is generally approachable. Thank
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Posted by a student on 01/15/08
I have a senior at SBHS and have to say that this school has made some major strides this year. The students seem more respectful. The teachers are incredibly supportive and all have a positive attitude. The administration is strong and stresses respect and academic achievement. The athletics department
... Read more is one of the best in the tricounty area. The school is huge and spread out but has a strong security department that looks out for the kids. The counseling is there for the students 100%. All administrators and other staff return phone calls and it seems like they all genuinely care the students. The student body is diverse but it seems like every one gets along. School spirit has increased immensely over the last couple of years. I would recommend this school over any charter or private school. Keep up the good work SBHS! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/09/07
Im am now a new freshman at sbhs.... I like this school alot mostly because even though there is alot of people here (and some people say its a zoo all the time) it gets you prepared on how to deal with alot of people you dont perticulary like and most of them you dont know very well... and to me that
... Read more is very important. also the school offers many oppertunitys for the middle schollers to start getting involved and getting comfortable with all the many students and facilty members. and even though the school focus alot on sports that can be a good thing because this community isnt the wealthyist and if a student is say good in cross country like me but their parents are poor and they cant afford to go to collage they can get a tootur for free! and get a scollarship to a good collage. Read less
Posted by a student on 07/25/07
Too big. Students disrespectful. Very tight security. Poor communication. Teachers caring, but no support from admin. Athletics a higher priority than academics. But - it's the only game in town.
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Posted by a teacher on 07/04/07
i think this is a great school because they have many extra curricular activities. they have many awesome and fun classes
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Posted by a former student on 06/07/07
There is no communication or assistance, even when it is requested by both the parents and student. There are some good teachers who really care but many more who [are] totally disengaged. Unfortunately, this is a one horse town with no options/competition and the administration seems to have no intention
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Posted by a parent on 03/28/07
Administration is terrible. Parents have to fight for their child. Leave a message for consul or, principal and/or teacher lucky to get a call back. My youngest child was failing and no help for success. As far as my oldest some good teachers but more bad than good if you need help in a subject good
... Read more luck most teachers tell you to pay more attention in class and don't want to help the child understand. Some teachers just collect a paycheck and don't care if the students succeed or not Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/03/07
I am currently a high school senior here @ San benito high School. Over the years I have noticed the same problem with many other schools across California. There are too many students per teacher. Last summer there were over 40 students in my 1 teacher math class. It's very difficult to learn any
... Read more subject with so many students in the classs. With the summer's heat well over 80, no cooling system, and over 40 bodies producing heat the classroom was often unbareable. There are teachers who care about the students, yet most of them have their favorites. The food, lockerrooms and restrooms need work. Read less
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