This school is not welcoming... The students and teachers make you feel unwanted.
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Posted by a student on 09/17/09
AHS is the best choice for a multitude of reasons. Although, AHS is the oldest high school in Arlington, it is the best to prepare our kids for the real world that faces them. The diversity is something to be proud of, all socio-economic groups, ethninticities, and cultures can be found along with
... Read more tremendous educational opportunities. All 4 of my children have or still attend, and our experience with each has been good. The staff is dedicated and truly concerned about their students. Regardless of their drastically different interests and aptitudes there was more than enough options for each of them. I would highly recommend AHS to all parents regardless of your district. My kids are transfered to AHS, it doesn't matter what part of Arlington you live in, AHS is the best choice. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/15/09
I sent my daughter to AHS and four years later, she is graduating with two degrees - BA and a BS from TCU with a 3.97 GPA. At AHS, she saw a cross section of the world and her public school education is evidently equal or better than the 15K a year my extended family wastes on private HS. Public school
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Posted by a parent on 08/01/08
I am a parent of Arlington High Grad & an upcoming 2009 graduate. My kids loved AHS. In fact, our family almost relocated in 2003 but stayed in Arlington so that my youngest could graduate from the same high school as their sibling. Lots of parent involvement in a great PTA, great Booster clubs & wonderful
... Read more teachers with heart. High School is as much what the kids put into it as the teachers. No school is perfect. AHS has traditions & spirit in abundance. True it is not the fanciest school in Arlington but it is the most well rounded in social and academic achievements. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/03/08
I truly enjoyed the time I spent at AHS. It is a school where the sprit and diversity of its students are valued rather than the size of the parents' bank accounts. I always felt like I was a part of something bigger than myself. Their tradition is second to none. My family has a long history in Arlington,
... Read more and both my parents, my sister, and I are all AHS graduates. Even now, with all of the new construction, walking down those halls still feels like home. 'Sons of the white and green!!' Read less
Posted by a student on 07/03/07
Mr. James Adams is the best principal I have ever had. He cares for all the students and is very involved with extracurricular activities. The choir program is excelling under the direction of Dinah Menger. The best school in Arlington.
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Posted by a student on 03/16/07
I'm a college professor, and my son's AP classes at AHS are on a par with upper-level university classes I've taught and observed. Excellent teaching, guidance and assignments ensure your child's readiness for college coursework. Extracurriculars, especially music, are professional in quality and provide
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Posted by a parent on 03/04/07
AHS is a great school. the fine arts dept. is the best in the state. the teachers are willing to do whatever it takes to make sure the students are getting everything the possibly can from each class and understand everything. if you want your kids to go to a great school with an awesome athletic and
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Posted by a former student on 04/07/06
An incredible public school. Students are involved and care about the school. Teachers are involved in their students academic success.
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Posted by a former student on 07/30/05
The school could be better but what school couldn't?
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Humanities, Journalism, Literature, Speech/Debate
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Advanced Placement
Math, Science, Social Studies, Foreign Language, English
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Advanced Placement
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Before/After School
"Extended day" programs where the school day is extended before and after school to accommodate working parents. These programs should not be confused with common after school clubs or athletic activities.
Gifted and Talented
A school system may identify 10% to 15% or more of its student population as gifted and talented. A brief description of each area of giftedness or talent as defined by the Office of Gifted and Talented:
general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
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
Vocational and/or technical courses offered within a comprehensive school, usually a senior high school.
Special Education Classes
A school or program within a school that provides services and training to students with moderate to severe mental and/or physical disabilities.
Adult Education Classes
Programs offering GED or equivalent courses for adults within regular schools, whether classes are held during evening or daytime schedules.
English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
Arlington schools — Arlington Senior High School is located at 818 W Park Row Dr, Arlington TX 76013. 818 W Park Row Dr is in the East neighborhood and 76013 ZIP code in Arlington, TX The school district for Arlington Senior High School is the Arlington Independent School District. Arlington Senior High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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