I attended this school for 4 years. I am a recent graduate, Class of '09. Kennedy is a good school. However, I am not satisfied with the lack of discipline. During my senior year, the drug problem was way out of hand. Half of the freshman class deserved to be expelled for substance involvement. Yet they
... Read more were still in class! It is an embarassment to let these hazardous students infect the otherwise great school that Kennedy is. Read less
Posted by a student on 08/12/09
This school pats itself on the back for being a great school, but they mostly benefit from being in an affluent area where students are already motivated. My personal experience has not been a good one, and this is with four years of experience as a Kennedy parent. If there's a problem, no one says
... Read more a word - the computerized progress sheets, which arrive weeks late, are the only indication that parents are given that anything is wrong. I have had to proactively contact counselors and teachers about any problems or issues, and have had teachers whine about how busy they area. If people ran a business like this, people would be fired and the company would be out of business. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/01/08
Well overall i am happy to be going to Kennedy. I have fun and enjoy the acitivities that are offered. We have a wide variety of electives and clubs. School Spirit is very high and our athletic teams are good. I really have enjoyed going to Kennedy and i know students that go to other schools who wish
... Read more that they could come to kennedy. i hope my last two years are as good as my first two have been. Read less
Posted by a student on 10/18/07
I am a proud parent of 2 students currently attending Kennedy. I would first like to say that Kennedy is not an 'old' school and although funding has been a problem it is no worse than any typical school these days. The construction issue has been dragged out for too long but the responsibility there
... Read more lies with the District and the contractor. This should not affect the schools rating. My kids are in band, choir and basketball and I could not be happier with these programs. With the completion of the new Performing Arts Auditorium these programs can only get better. There is adequate parent/family involvement and our academic scores are comparatively high in the state. The IB program compares to and even exceeds the programs offered at the districts star academic school (Oxford Academy). I highly recommend this school if you are lucky enough too live in this wonderful community. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/20/07
My problem with the school is it is old and under funded. The staff does it's best, but the classrooms just aren't there. A quad was removed and so far the replacement rooms are portables. These rooms are not good for the students. My daughter is in her last year and her fourth year of construction.
... Read more May a hard hat with a tassel is more appropriate than a tractional graduation cap? I still feel that under these situations the educational level is better than most. Parents participation is too low, but I believe this to be a universal problem? Overall I am a Kennedy fan. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/18/06
very supportive teachers currently teaching in Kennedy. I had great time during my year and got good results from all my hard work
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Posted by a former student on 05/09/06
My son is currently a senior in the IB Program and he has said that while the program is very difficult, it can be very rewarding, as it provides classes that are truly comparable to college courses. My son said that although a very popular program in its first two years (which are considered the pre-IB
... Read more years), a lot of students drop out because they cannot handle the course load. Even if your student isn't in IB, he/she can be academically challenged with a mix of AP and honors classes. Kennedy is very much involved with music, with a wide range of choir/band offerings. As for art, there are art classes, as well as a Visual Arts Club. Sports is quite active within the school, especially football and basketball. There are also many clubs at the school as well. As great as this school can be, my son complained about construction. Read less
I would like to see some reviews from parents who are involved in the school,volunteers etc. Its not a school that strives for a goal of quality for the students. Many internal problems which probably stem from the District itself. Rated very low on the published standards of all local schools. Would
... Read more not recommend it for anyone who is questioning whether to send their child to this school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/04/04
I have had 2 children attend Kennedy and before that I had 3 children attend Pacifica HS in Garden Grove. What a difference! I am impressed with the caring support given by the counselors and the teachers. Although the basketball team needs some work, the sports program seems to be improving. The
... Read more cheer squad went to Nationals this year and the choir is spectacular! We are looking forward to our new addition of an auditorium for performances. I am proud to say that my children have attended Kennedy High. Read less
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La Palma schools — John F Kennedy High School is located at 8281 Walker St, La Palma CA 90623. 8281 Walker St is in the 90623 ZIP code in La Palma, CA The school district for John F Kennedy High School is the Anaheim Union High School District. John F Kennedy High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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