Any High School is what YOU make it. If you want to get involved there is plenty of clubs/activities to join. If you want to take drugs, you will find a way to do that no matter what high shool you go to--even Boulder schools. I've already sent two students through this school and I plan to send
... Read more a third next year. Neither were athletes, but they were involved in the excellent music program and other activities. They would tell you, if asked, that they very much enjoyed their years at MO-HI and had a lot of great friends--who like themselves were not involved in drugs. They did not experience any bullying either. The academics are right up there with Boulder(both my kids were admitted to their first choice colleges). As a matter of fact, I even volunteered in the Post-Grad center for a number of years. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/18/09
Monarch is an awful school. There is a pervasive culture of bullying that flows through both the teacher and student population. I have been very disappointed by the response of the administration and faculty time after time. If you are considering Monarch as a school, look elsewhere.
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Posted by a parent on 09/16/09
I have two children who graduated from Monarch High School, an both are excelling in college (highly rated universities). Both received scholarships from several great schools, and both are well-adjusted, well-prepared, and happy in their college experiences. You can find kids who drink, smoke pot,
... Read more swear, screw around, etc. However, my kids had friends who were respectful, insanely intelligent, well-grounded, highly engaged in many activities and accomplished with many awards. Most importantly, they were happy, motivated and felt a part of the student body. Schools are not four walls-they are what you make them to be. There are always good teachers and less-capable teachers. Every school has them. However, the poor teachers my older child had at Monarch (one I can think of), were no longer there when my younger child began school. I strongly recommend this school to any family who wants a strong academic and well-rounded education. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/22/09
My kid loves this school and the people who work there are the best. Programs are top-notch including academics, drama, music, and athletics.
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Posted by a parent on 04/05/09
Monarch High School offers a nice and friendly environment, interesting and inspiring teachers, and fun students with different interests. I was not involved with sports but got into yearbook and other extra curriculars, and I'd have to strongly disagree that sports take center stage at Monarch. They
... Read more are a part of student life, as they are at any school, but the athletic program is not overbearing and students are not as preoccupied with jocks and cheerleaders as they are at any other school I've ever seen. At Monarch, I had some of the most interesting, inspiring teachers who taught students to be free-thinking individuals. And as a student who now attends a University in the deep south, I can attest to the fact that these qualities are not found in a lot of high schools schools in our country. Read less
Posted by a student on 09/22/08
I have two kids at Monarch and both have been very happy. i believe most of the teachers are above average and the school is lead by a very good principal and administative staff. Sports are important but so is band, robotics, and other academic clubs. There is a strict no tolerance with drugs so
... Read more those who claim it is rampant may want to visit the other high schools in the area. Most importantly, my kids are happy and are doing well! Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/10/08
Monarch is a good school. It's not the best, but it is a good environment for the most part. I personally haven't experienced any severe bullying, but I do know the kids at this school, and yes some can be a real pain. Like most high schools, you just can't let your peers [or your child's peers] have
... Read more such a strong hold on everything. Think for yourself and you will be fine, there are good teachers there, and they have clubs that range from GSA to Bible Group. I have gone to another high school and can honestly say, I really like Monarch much better. Read less
Posted by a student on 12/15/07
As an '04 graduate of Monarch I would have to agree that sports do take center stage, but my involvement in sports along with my coaches and administrations dedication to excellence I have been afforded opportunities that I may have not gotten at other schools. I also found to be challenged academically.
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Posted by a student on 12/04/07
Sports take center stage, and all else, including academics, are secondary. Neither of my kids are athletes, and have had quite a few bullying issues. Drugs are rampant, and over privileged kids rule through fear and intimidation. Last year, I spoke with the administration about some of these issues
... Read more and was told that Monarch is for a particular type of student ie: not my kid. Needless to say, we moved on, and have had a better experience with Fairview. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/26/07
Yes, the 2007 school year is more of the same. As for parent involvement, yes, there a are lot of people involed but they gloss over the problems, drugs (#1), low test scores compared to other Boulder schools (#2). My kids both go there both are doing well, 4.0 et al., but its like a litle Columbine.
... Read more All for athletics those who don't fit in have no place to turn. Cell phones should be banned from the teachers in the school, let alone the kids. What a mess. Read less
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Louisville schools — Monarch High School is located at 329 Campus Dr, Louisville CO 80027. 329 Campus Dr is in the 80027 ZIP code in Louisville, CO The school district for Monarch High School is the Boulder Valley School District R E2. Monarch High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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