The reason some reviewers are surprised at negative reviews is because they are involved in sports or band. Those are the only worthwhile pursuits there. Academics are hit and miss. Very disorganized discipline policies that apply to some students and not others. Principal if you ever even see him after
... Read more the first day is very rude if you have a question. Special Needs are not well addressed. Nearly no special services available unless you want your kid to see a psychologist 15 min. a week. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/30/09
We have been very disappointed in the school. Our daughter is not a 'star' in athletics, but is a generally nice kid - we have seen her self esteem drop. I've been to the school and way the girls are allowed to dress is appalling - Oswego is no longer a small town - that's for sure,
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Posted by a parent on 06/15/09
I am a student at OHS, and my older siblings also attended OHS. I am very shocked to read the dissappointing reviews about my school. I have always been on the high honor roll with a 4.0 GPA. The teachers at OHS are supportive and encouraging and they are there to help the students succeed. We also have
... Read more an excellent sports program that i am involved in and the coaches are there to help the athletes get better in playing the sport they love! I am proud to attend the older high school in Oswego because of its strong history. Read less
Posted by a student on 04/17/09
Nothing but high marks for Oswego High School! We have visited several high schools in the area over the past few years and OHS is staffed with dedicated teachers and friendly personnel. The school is very clean and ranks high in many aspects of technology. OHS has been recognized for their top notch
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Posted by a parent on 04/17/09
I think the Sports part of the school lacks in the real reason you play sports. It is to teach children how to play and be a team player. Not to be excluded from the games played.
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Posted by a parent on 05/01/08
The academic programs are lacking at OHS, particularly for students who are on either side of the 'bell curve.' There are not many electives to choose from. The standards are simply average, with average teachers. There is no communication from here to parents, especially where discipline and incidents
... Read more at the school are concerned (don't ask, don't tell). The english department is pretty good. Athletics is heavily favored, with a 'win at all costs' type of attitude. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/19/06
I have just graduated from OHS, and although my high school years weren't the best years of my life, they were surely enjoyable. OHS has tons of clubs and organizations that you can choose from. Most (though not all) the teachers are very good. As a matter of fact a few of them have encouraged and
... Read more heavily influenced me in my decision to become an english teacher. The athletic programs are also very good.. .no the athletes are not favored (after all I just graduated 5 months ago). My time at OHS I really enjoyed, this school is a lot better then people give it credit for. Read less
Posted by a former student on 10/30/06
I am not a parent, but an alumna and a current teacher-observer. This school is very academically sound, take it from a graduate. Though this, like every, school has its shortfalls, OHS as a whole is remarkable. Just look at its 'report card.' There are so many vocational and internship opportunities
... Read more as well that guide students regarding career choice. I also felt very well prepared for my college courses this year at Indiana Wesleyan University. In fact, is it because of some remarkable teachers and programs at this school that i am studying to become a high school English teacher. I have no idea why the person who wrote the other review got the impression s/he did, but I think we need to take another look. From both a student's, and now an outsider's criticial eye, Oswego High School deserves applause, not degradation. Read less
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Oswego schools — Oswego High School is located at 4250 Route 71, Oswego IL 60543. 4250 Route 71 is in the 60543 ZIP code in Oswego, IL The school district for Oswego High School is the Oswego Cmty Unit School District 308. Oswego High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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