I would have to say this was a terrible choice - not to scare any new comers or people thinking about it. If your looking for creativity, broad learning, enjoyment and envolvement this is not the school for you. I have attended cchs for 9 & 10 an am deciding for 11, but don't know. There are very very
... Read more very little electives from a choice of only one photography class, a marketing class, business class, statistics and economics class and drama, world communication thats it. literally. at this school if you do not play any sports you are pushed aside from teachers and consider the low group of the crowd. I played track and my teacher was fond of me and then I withdrew and was completely ignored. This school lacks so much. But is 'family knit to some' Read less
Posted by a student on 06/20/09
Attending Central was the best experience of my life. Not only did I enter college feeling prepared for the academic challenges, but I met my best friends within those halls. I was also lucky enough to find teachers who become mentors and remain positive influences in my life. I'm studying to be a teacher
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Posted by a student on 10/22/08
I sent my child there hoping she would receive a fantastic education. She is currently attending an excellent college and has thanked me numerous times for sending her to such a great high school. She says she is much more prepared than many of her classmates. She only took a few honors/AP courses while
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Posted by a parent on 06/21/08
I was very disappointed when I attended Central Catholic my freshman and sophomore years. It wasn't worth the money for a lesser education than the one I could receive at the public school in my town. Like most of the kids in my town, the only reason I went there in the first place was because of the
... Read more legacy. I ended up transferring to my public school, and I now attend Cornell University. The academics are not as challenging as a private school should be, but the athletics there are top notch. If you are an athlete, you will feel like you are in heaven. Read less
Posted by a student on 06/17/08
Its a very hard school. But your child will be prepared for life
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Posted by a parent on 04/15/08
This school just wasn't for me. I didn't appreciate all the work they gave me. And when i finally got into collage i found that i wasn't very prepared. The teachers were terrible and were no help at all.
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Posted by a student on 03/12/08
My daughter is now a sophomore at CCHS in Lawrence, MA. I don't quite have the words to explain the education she is receiving, the guidance and the amazing friends she has made. CCHS teaches the entire student -- it is not just about academics (although they are very competitive academically and sometimes
... Read more the homework time can be tough), but they prepare their students for the 'real' world...yes, the one in which you go to college, get a job and go to work every day as well as being proud of yourself. They build team spirit, spirituality (without 'pushing' religion) and instill in their student that CCHS graduates are the best they can be and have advantages many others do not! Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/20/06
My son is a junior at Central and he was accepted because he is well rounded and did well on the entrance exam. He is doing much more than the kids his age in the public shcool. The teachers share so much of themselves. Each year has been challenging and there a sports for everyone. We work hard
... Read more to pay to send him there and they know this. They work hard with the kids to prepare them for College. R Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/17/06
The teachers at Central are involved with their students, and really care about each student. While it is true that there are some teacher who favor atheletes, the same could be said for just about any high school. The students, however, are much more concerned with how the athletic teams are doing
... Read more than with, say, theatre. I think that Central has prepared me well for college. In short, if you put in the effort, then you get back the pains for your efforts. To quote a teacher at Central: If you're going to leave at 2:05 (when Central ends for the day), then you're not going to get too much out of the experience. If you try, I guarantee you'll come out with at least a couple of good friends. Read less
Posted by a student on 05/17/06
I graduated from Central a few years ago and am currently attending a competitive liberal arts college. I have found that I have entered into college much more prepared than many of my fellow classmates. It surprised me how many college freshmen do not know how to write a paper or have basic knowledge
... Read more of the English language. I loved most of my teachers at Central and I think I had a wonderful experience there because I made an effot to get to know my teachers and allowed them to take an interest in me. It is not hard to succeed at Central if the student is motivated at home. I loved Central and would send anyone there if they have the chance. Read less
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Lawrence schools — Central Catholic High School is located at 300 Hampshire St, Lawrence MA 01841. 300 Hampshire St is in the 01841 ZIP code in Lawrence, MA The school district for Central Catholic High School is the Archdiocese Of Boston Education Off. Central Catholic High School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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