I am a former student from mcallen highschool, and i have to say it is a good school over all, but, like any school, it does have its defects. The dress code, many feel, is unfair and ridiculous, from not being able to wear tatterted jeans to not being able to wear headbands; it has become nothing more
... Read more then a distraction to the school instructive. The consequences for not following dresscode leads to more ditstraction to the classroom, by placing students is ISS for a the whole day is only worsening the academic problems that McHi faces. Read less
Posted by a student on 02/21/09
i went to McAllen high school my 10th and and 11th grade year.. the teachers n counselors are really helpful andcaring...at times...
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Posted by a student on 07/23/08
I went to McHi and now my children are graduating from there. The tradition continues. We all support the Mighty Bulldogs. This school has come a long way since its leadership change last year. Staff happy, respectful and show they truly care about these kids. The bad thing is everyone wants to come
... Read more to McHi from other schools and I don't think they should continue allowing this.(student to teacher ration. Spirit is also great and the kids really, really support each other. Love the new dress code. All look nice Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/09/07
this school does a good job academically, but the extracurricular activites are extremely limited and usually do not do too well.
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Posted by a former student on 05/28/06
Mcallen high school has very great education skills. My daughter goes there and I would really recomend it.
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Posted by a parent on 05/19/06
Ability of the principal to maintain objectivity when dealing with staff is questionable. As a result, academics and extracurricular activities are being compromised. Morale of staff has declined and therefore, enforcement of discipline policies has weakened. I am saddened by this environment, and
... Read more I will be looking for changes to turn this situation around! Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/08/06
Both of my children graduated from this school. Both completed college. One received her Doctorate in Genetics. They were both involved in music and one was in the national honor society. I was involved in the Band Boosters and was the Secretary and helped with the football programs. I think the academics
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Posted by a parent on 12/07/05
Great School, Both of my children graduated from McHi...Go Bulldogs! Most teachers work well with students/parents. I only experienced two teachers that I felt for different reasons were not the best choice of educators for my children in the past eight years for which I requested a schdule change
... Read more and was accomadated by the administration. Although there are many cliques among the student population (freaks, geeks, jocks, preps, aggies, etc.)the diversity is well tolerated and welcomed among the students. In the organiations that my children particpated (band, choir, football, basketball, etc) parents were very involved and supportive. As is with most high schools, parent participation in the PTA is low, although membership enrollment is high. The school counselors do a great job helping students find financial aide to attend college. On the whole, I am pleased my children attended McHi. Read less
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Mcallen schools — Mcallen High School is located at 2021 La Vista St, Mcallen TX 78501. 2021 La Vista St is in the 78501 ZIP code in Mcallen, TX The school district for Mcallen High School is the Mcallen Independent School District. Mcallen High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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