I graduated from this school in 2008, and could not be more disappointed with the four years that I spent in this institution. A majority of the teachers are wonderful, and will go out of their way to help students succeed. When it comes to the college admissions process however, this school is less
... Read more than helpful to graduating seniors. The fact that there is 'no such thing' as class rank eliminates the possibility for many scholarships and does not inform the student of the caliber of schools they should be applying to. As I mentioned before, the faculty is simply wonderful. The failing point of this school is the administration (or lack thereof). In the past five years there have been three principals, and soon to be another. In addition to the problems with infrastructure and leadership, the student body is growing and the facilities and budget simply cannot handle it! Read less
Posted by a student on 07/05/09
I could not agree with this student more. As a parent my child has experienced the exact same situation and has requested 'required' courses for the last 3 years only to be told that every thing she needs is full and there's nothing they can do to change the way the scheduling system works(remind you
... Read more of graduation day scheduling conflicts) In the process of putting every student off till the next year they have created a gigantic bottle neck situation for seniors, esp since not every course is taught every year. Call the school board!!!!Go to board meetings. More parents need to help their children fight this kids must self advocate mentality! Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/17/09
This Schools Is beyond horrible. Im a student and I feel ashamed to go here. All they care about is sports. Im getting ready to drop out because there is not enough room in next year scedual to fit all my class so they said i would not march with my class. My parent would rather see me in adult ed then
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Posted by a student on 06/16/09
I'm a student right now and the sports programs need to go in a other direction Don the AD isn't into winning all he cares about is keeping a high budget and his fields all pretty up. Although the football program in 2009 will be something to look out for theirs a great chance at posting a 6-3 record
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Posted by a student on 02/04/09
My son did very well at PRHS. The teachers were enthusiastic and compassionate.. The progressive nature of the school encourages diversity, which is essential in a positive learning environment. He was very prepared for college and will be graduating in May.
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Posted by a parent on 12/22/08
In response to 3/6/08 posting regarding athletics. I think many schools in the state are part of Sports Done Right. I'm not sure that I totally agree with it but understand what they are trying to do. I think you will always find in every community that there will be parents pressuring for their own
... Read more to play. Lets not forget the baseball team in 2007 and Coach Jordan's wonderful award. The girls soccer team this year did win games and had a playoff game against Falmouth. They also learned alot from their coaches. The cheerleaders this year won 1: Western B confrences, 2: Class B regionals 3: and CLASS B STATE CHAMPIONS. In regards to the curriculum. I have a 2nd child going to this school. The classes are getting better. Many of the students that I know that did not fare well in college had more to do with themselves. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/10/08
I graduated from this school in 2007. All I can say is that is one of the worst public schools in Maine. I don't understand how a school administration would allow such a poor curriculum that does not prepare students enough for college education. Also I believe the sports program is considered THE worst
... Read more in Maine. The philosophy of the Athletic director is to not win.. but to give playing time to everyone. Isn't a sport a competiton where the only objective is to win??? At PRHS, it is all about parent pressure on coaches to get their kid to play, its not about talent. Looking at the past couple of years, the majority of the sports in this school posted losing seasons with one or two wins. At PRHS, they consider that success. Read less
Posted by a student on 03/06/08
Great School, my third child is going there now. The other two were very well prepared for college after they graduated.
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Posted by a parent on 10/30/07
The faculty and administration at PRHS welcome parental involvement from all who agree with their progressive structure. What I do not understand is how lowering the levels of education in the core subjects can be considered progressive. My Son has attended this school for four years and now one week
... Read more from graduation we are told that he will not walk with his class and must again take a summer school course at a cost of $100.00 where after nine months of failure to teach him a subject, he can somehow learn it in 2 hours. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/25/07
I've put two children through this high school, with varying degrees of success. One child did well, but wasn't challenged at all. The other struggled and only after I made a fuss, was put in an environment more conducive to her learning style. I feel the school is trying to be everything to everyone,
... Read more and has lost sight of the importance of core skills [reading, math, science]. The school spends too much energy and money trying to solve social problems, and is about as effective at it as most underfunded state run agencies. Unfortunately, PRHS aspires to be progressive, not by turning out students who have an outstanding grasp of the core skills needed to succeed today, but by creating breadth across the curriculum and losing depth in key subjects. A hodgepodge experience that does not pass muster for a quality education. Just look at the MEA scores. Read less
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Poland schools — Poland High School is located at 1457 Maine St, Poland ME 04274. 1457 Maine St is in the 04274 ZIP code in Poland, ME The school district for Poland High School is the Union School District 29. Poland High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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