My children have been enrolled in Lafayette schools for the past 13 years, and I've always been impressed with their schools and with the talent and commitment of their teachers.
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Posted by a parent on 09/02/09
Outstanding educational experience for my two children. Strong caring principal.
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Posted by a parent on 05/01/09
I had my son go to A with an inter-district transfer. The staff cares and admin, although stand off ish, is good. The teachers that I met on show time-parent nite, were good and answered all my emails; at times short, but answered. My son has not done well socially, not bad, but he takes the most
... Read more challenging classes, tons of homework, and has played some sports and is very focused on college. I have had my son in expensive private schools, touchy feely charter schools and now here. With one and moving, one does not know the game, but I have been thrilled with the staff and teachers who seem to really care here. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/05/09
The Acalanes High School provides a wonderful balanced environment. The range of offerings allows all students to find an academic and social 'home'. The parent community is very involved with lots of potitive opportunities for involvement. I wish there were more periods to take additional classes
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Posted by a parent on 01/07/07
This is my daughter's third year at Acalanes and I have nothing but good things to say about the staff and academically. They have a great arts and sports program and parent involvement is wonderful. Personally I feel exactely how the school is rated A++
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Posted by a parent on 09/18/06
Acalanes has been a great school for my son. He came from a private school and knew very few students as an entering freshman, but the school is friendly and welcoming and his social assimilation was easy. There are so many activities that it was easy for him to try different ones and find his niche.
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Posted by a parent on 09/18/06
I have just graduated my third and last daughter from Acalanes and only have positive things to say about the school. My kinds have become independent, educated, cultured and caring people.
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Posted by a parent on 06/13/06
I would highly reccommend attending Acalanes if you or your child is interested in attending a good college. They prepear you well for your future. The teachers are great for the most part. Socially, groups can be uninviting, but you must weigh what is most important.
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Posted by a student on 01/03/06
Academics are very strong, bolstered by a recent bond measure that added more AP classes and general class sections. Overall teachers are extremely competent, but tend not to connect with parents as much as I'd like. In other words, if your child is having an issue, a teacher won't make the effort to
... Read more let you know first, you must contact them. Music/art/sports/extracurriculars are multiple, varied and strong. Many student clubs are available. Chorus teacher has developed an incredible program and is dedicated to bringing all skill levels along. The resource dept. for kids with learning challenges is generally available and very supportive. Parent involvement is high (raising funds, supporting staff and programs). Parents put a lot of pressure on their kids to succeed academically. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/01/05
Acalanes provided me with a tremendous foundation to both get into, and succeed at a top university. While there were a few sub par teachers, most are extremely nurturing and knowledgable. I also played two sports and enjoyed the extracurricular activites that Acalanes has to offer. I highly recommend
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English as Second Language
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Lafayette schools — Acalanes High School is located at 1200 Pleasant Hill Rd, Lafayette CA 94549. 1200 Pleasant Hill Rd is in the Quandt neighborhood and 94549 ZIP code in Lafayette, CA The school district for Acalanes High School is the Acalanes Union High School District. Acalanes High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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