This school was excellent. It became distinguished during my tenure there. The most impressive to me looking back, is how much the professors challenged us, in every subject.
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Posted by a student on 09/23/08
Poor communication with problems and issues of the school/classes. Also do not get return calls when told they would return calls.
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Posted by a parent on 03/05/08
I would not want to send my children to any school in the area other than SDHS. They are both in band, sports, and are excelling in classes. The school is small enough that the kids do not get lost in the shuffle but large enough to provide excellent opportunities. We even had a student who received
... Read more a full ride to Princeton this year! Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/10/07
I believe that this school is only great beacause of the amazing band program and the teacher who teaches the instrumental music. Recently we came back from Colorado Springs 2005, and have won the instrumental trophy, and that showed many students on what they could achieve not only in California but
... Read more in other states as well. I personally know the band director of SDHS very well, and he is somewhat of a legendary figure. Many of the top graduating students are either in the band program or are just amazing in their own talented ways. I believe, if you want your child to experience excellent care, you would send them to this school and sign up for the band program, it is just amazing. Send them here and watch them grow. Read less
Posted by a student on 09/30/06
San Dimas High School has been a wonderful experience for my child. She has excelled in many subjects including band (over 140+ strong). On a recent trip to Colorado Springs, CO for a competition, the band took the Instrumental Sweepstakes Trophy. The administrators attempt to keep the curriculum
... Read more updated and have added 3 new AP classes and 3 new ROP classes for 2006/2007 school year. Although textbooks are not updated on an annual basis the teachers add the information into their teachings as the year progresses. More schools need the quality of education that San Dimas High School is offering their students. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/06/06
San Dimas High School is a wonderful school to send your student to. With a variety of AP/Honor classes available, the academic rigor of this institution is first rate. Teachers genuinely care about the students and their academic well being. Outside of the classroom, students can participate
... Read more in 16 sports, more than 3 dozen clubs, and a variety of programs in the fine arts. The sports teams are competitive in the Valle Vista League. The animation and art departments are multiple award winners at the county and state level. The marching band is 120+ members strong and the student government provides an exciting campus climate. Students will work and play hard while at SDHS. Read less
Posted by a teacher on 11/29/05
Great school. Individual attention given to students. Excellent after school programs.
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Posted by a student on 09/05/05
The problem I see is the teachers need more resources in order to teach our children. They are limited to time, compassion, care, and personal companionship to our children. Our children can socialize but nothing else.
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Posted by a parent on 08/18/05
Many caring teachers, responsive administrators, and a California Distinguished school to boot!
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Posted by a parent on 11/13/04
San Dimas High School is a phenomenal institution. This school excellence in the classroom and on the playing field and consistently produces quality students that continue their education to the collegiate level.
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San Dimas schools — San Dimas High School is located at 800 W Covina Blvd, San Dimas CA 91773. 800 W Covina Blvd is in the 91773 ZIP code in San Dimas, CA The school district for San Dimas High School is the Bonita Unified School District. San Dimas High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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