this school has the best acedemics in this area but the hall ways could be a little bigger all in all th ebest.
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Posted by a student on 09/02/09
As a parent of a senior and a freshman, I have nothing but positive things to say about this school. The school pride and spirit is incredible. The teachers are wonderful and encouraging, and the parent involvement is second to none. If your child is not an athlete - that does not matter- there are
... Read more so many other activities to join - and all of the kids support each other. As the wife of a former alumni, my husband and I moved to this section of town when my sons were little so that they could experience this great school. The kids are down to earth and friendly - there are no competitions for who has the 'best' of cars, clothes, etc. like there is in the other two Toms river High Schools. Go South! Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/03/08
as a student that has been to every high school in toms river, the rest just can't compare. toms river high school south is the most friendly, laid back, spirited high school you will ever step in to.
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Posted by a student on 05/31/08
When my daughter had to write her college essays, they all went back to something she had recieved from being at High School SOuth. One of the essays asked her what she had to offer to her new campus and her answer, Indian Spirit that would alwyas encourage her to be involved and have an impact on the
... Read more school community after all, it's not always about strictly academics. If you ask aboutt academics, I would have to say, the caliber of friends she has made have encouraged her to be an honor student in the calssroom, on the sports field and a leader in the community. In one of her essays she recounts how disappointed she is with teenagers that claim to do something risky because they are bored....she has not had one day where she has been bored during high school. There is always something to do! Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/24/08
My daughter entered HS South as a transfer in her sophomore year from HS East. I only wish that she had entered this outstanding school from from the beginning of her freshman year. It is difficult to believe that both high schools are located within the same town! East focuses on the adversities of
... Read more their students while South concentrates on the positive attributes. The feeling of spirit and camaraderie envelopes you as you enter through the front doors. Teachers, staff and administrators all try to understand each student on a personal level. The Principal, Mr. Stanziano reminds me of a proud father as he strolls through the halls and interacts with the everyone he passes. I have two younger children who will definitely be attending this phenomenal high school! Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/08/08
The spirit and tradition at Toms River High School South leads you to believe that this high school is the one and only high school in the entire town. The teachers, like parents, are there for you whenever you need them. The entire school, no matter what religion, celebrates every holiday including
... Read more Christmas, with Christmas songs played between each class in December, Christmas movies played on the TV clocks, the marching band playing Jingle Bells through the hallways, Halloween, Easter, which features the famous Spirit Egg Hunt in the courtyard, and many more. Once you enter the building, you will feel right at home. South is an incredible school for family, friends, spirit, tradition, and fun. Don't forget to follow the marching band around the hallways every Friday, dancing to the school song, Old Indian Tom. Read less
Posted by a student on 09/12/07
'South...need we say more?' With a slogan like that, you know this school has to be amazing. It is one of the most spirited high schools in the state, country, maybe even the world. Home of the Hitting Indians, known for one of the best baseball teams in the state every year. Insane spirit and tradition
... Read more in every person in every hallway. May be hot inside the building, very crowded, but it is by far the best high school you will ever step into. The other schools in town cannot compare. Read less
Posted by a student on 09/12/07
I was very dissapointed in this school. Maybe the staff and kids need to thnk about acedemics first before spirit
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Posted by a parent on 09/05/07
I attended this school many years ago and loved both the school and the teachers. I was very happy there all 4 years. In fact, my own children might be attending this school within a few years.
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Posted by a former student on 02/25/06
Though as mentioned the school does have rather crowded hallways and in some rooms is unaired, the rewards of going here far out way those conditions. The school has a strong sense of unity and as far as i hear and know less fights than ur average school also unlike ur steriotypical highschool with ur
... Read more clics and such people are not necessarily made fun of for who they are or what clubs they belong to there is a loving school environment good teachers and many special days inwhich a little fun is thrown in to make the student's four years a great one. Read less
* In 2007-2008 New Jersey used the High School Proficiency Assessment (HSPA) to test students in grade 11 in language arts literacy, math and science. The HSPA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. Students are required to pass the HSPA in order to graduate. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
Student enrollment:
1,600
Students per teacher:
13
Full-time teachers:
121
Number of classrooms:
120
Vocational Education
Accounting, Drafting, Health, Keyboarding/Typing, Phys Ed, Word Processing, Woodworking
Arts
Art
Music
Choral
Fine Arts
Drama, Fine Arts
Special Education
Emotionally Challenged, Learning Differences
Advanced Placement
Math, Social Studies, English
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Before/After School
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Gifted and Talented
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specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
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.
Toms River schools — Toms River High School South is located at 55 Hyers St, Toms River NJ 08753. 55 Hyers St is in the 08753 ZIP code in Toms River, NJ The school district for Toms River High School South is the Toms River Regional School District. Toms River High School South is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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