I entered Noll in 2003 as a 7th grader in the Junior High. Great staff, student body, and everyone seemed happy. I saw a major change happen with the implement of technology at the school. Sadly, it feels now that they are exchanging our education with the 'technology.' There are many bugs in the system
... Read more and don't count on the laptops or Smartboards working. Many of the best teachers left, but there are still a handful of good teachers there like Bently, Tutacko, Trafnet, Conley, Skurka, and Richardson. But please, don't be fooled by the technology and think that it will give you a better education. It won't. Sadly, relying on the student body will not help either. I graduated in the top 10 of 2009 and I will say that what you put into Noll is what you get out of it. Read less
Posted by a student on 03/11/09
BNI is the best. My daughter is so happy in the Prep Academy. We are all so sorry Mr. Fech is leaving. GO WARRIORS!
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Posted by a parent on 04/18/08
BNI is a great school and any parent who wants their kid to go to college should send them there. The work is challenging but it helps you learn more. I am a 7th grader there and I have loved my time there so far. There are great kids, great teachers, and just love for all of the students. I have BNI
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Posted by a student on 02/22/08
Bishop Noll is an incredible school. Good teachers, and students. They really raise the bar with the kids. There is only one downfall to the school and that is the principal. I wouldnt change anything about the school except for him
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Posted by a parent on 02/14/08
The people there are so nice and I have recieved friends of a life time there and I simply am in love with the school
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Posted by a student on 11/17/07
Innovative curriculum, dedicated teachers,faith-based education; Bishop Noll Institute is family!
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Posted by a other on 10/22/07
I am currently a student at Bishop Noll just coming from a public school Dirksen Middle School. speaking on education it is a very good school. On a personal level I would have rather stayed at dirksen because there is so much more conflict and drama at bishop noll you wouldn't believe it is a catholic
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My son is currently entering his sophmore year here at Noll. I have found the overall atmosphere of this fine instution to be very fulfilling. Principal Fech and Coach Pete go the extra mile to work with families and are very dedicated to their profession. They look at each student as individuals and
... Read more do their best to encourage and motivate each student to their optimal level of learning. Diversity is a major part of this school, not only is there a mixture of cultures and nationalities but also students from different socio economic backgrounds. This provides students to meet different types of people.Everyone here at Noll can receive a quality and wholesome education. Noll also has a very accessible sports program that meets the needs of all students. I as a parent feel that Noll is worth every cent spent. I am very satisified with this instution and wouldn't change it! Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/28/06
I have found the quality of education at Bishop Noll to be decent, but not worth the tuition. I find the principal and most of the administration to be below average. Over the last six years they continue to lose their best teachers -- especially in Math and Science and the replacements are never as
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creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
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Special Education Classes
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Adult Education Classes
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English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
Hammond schools — Bishop Noll Institute is located at 1519 Hoffman St, Hammond IN 46327. 1519 Hoffman St is in the 46327 ZIP code in Hammond, IN The school district for Bishop Noll Institute is the Diocese Of Gary Education Office. Bishop Noll Institute is a Catholic school that serves grade levels 7 - 12.
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