Why should I attend your school?

**LWC** · 09-22-2009, 11:45 AM

I always thought this would be interesting.

Let's suppose that I am a parent that is moving to this state. I am wanting to enroll my kids (one boy and one girl) into a high school and I want to enroll at a college/university/trade-school.

What would you say about your alma-mater or current school to convince me to enroll myself or my imaginary children there?

***Wildcatk23*** · 09-22-2009, 10:58 PM

I attended SCHS and you shouldnt have your kids attend there

That Girl · 09-23-2009, 12:01 AM

Good topic!

**PC_You_Know** · 09-23-2009, 01:17 AM

SVHS - sorry but I won't be sending my kids there, never took pre-cal in HS and tested out of college Algebra, when some people I know passed Pre-cal at Valley and failed college algebra. Academic wise SV is not worth it, Pikeville is right down the road, but for sports, not a bad school at all, good facilities.

Beetle01 · 09-23-2009, 02:33 AM

Don't send your kids to Russell

Actually don't move to E Ky

**LWC** · 09-23-2009, 02:51 PM

Wildcatk23 Wrote:I attended SCHS and you shouldnt have your kids attend there

Shelby County? Simpson County? Spencer County? .....

**BlackcatAlum** · 09-23-2009, 02:53 PM

lwc Wrote:Shelby County? Simpson County? Spencer County? .....

Sheldon Clark.

**BCF4L** · 09-23-2009, 02:57 PM

Don't send your kids to Prestonsburg either unless you want your kid to play football. Then more power to ya. However, I will be sending my child to P-burg high because it's a really fun school.

***Wildcatk23*** · 09-23-2009, 03:51 PM

BlackcatAlum Wrote:Sheldon Clark.

Ty, Yes Sheldon Clark, or any of those other ones you prefer Smile

**BlackcatAlum** · (This post was last modified: 09-23-2009, 05:32 PM by BlackcatAlum.)

BCF4L Wrote:Don't send your kids to Prestonsburg either unless you want your kid to play football. Then more power to ya. However, I will be sending my child to P-burg high because it's a really fun school.

Prestonsburg was 3rd in the region last year in ACT scores behind Pikeville & Paintsville. But yeah, if your really concerned with you kids academics then don't send them to P-burg. But if you want to make sure that your kid enjoys their high school days then P-burg would be a good choice. Had a blast all four years I was at P-burg.

**EKUAlum05** · 09-23-2009, 05:10 PM

Belfry High School

First and foremost don't move to EKY if you don't have to, but if you do Belfry is a pretty good option. Pike County schools in general are ahead of the curve when it comes to statewide testing, Belfry is well above the state average in CATS scores and ACT scores. You will also have a school with modern facilities at the new high school has only been built for less than 5 years. Principal Rod Varney is one of the finest prinicpals in the state and genuinely cares about his students. Belfry offers AP courses in nearly any subject and has an excellent faculty. If your child is interested in sports few public schools in KY can compare to Belfry whether it be mens or womens sports. Phillip Haywood is one of the state's all-time winningest football coaches and above all else he teaches character above football. Belfry's womens volleyball team has basically made it to the Sweet 16 every year since it started. BHS's sports facilities are top of the line and the community support is unbelievable.

EKU
Since your kid will be a resident of Kentucky there are fewer better bargains than EKU. Thanks to your college prep courses at Belfry you will be eligible to apply for scholarships to go along with your KHEES money. With EKU you get a large university; perfect to better scoial skills, offer numerous degree programs, and interract with professors from a wide spectrum of backgrounds. At the same time, EKU is small enough that class sizes typically are under 25 students, you get more one on one time with professors, and the feeling of knowing everyone. I remember vividly walking down the street every day and knowing at least 3 or 4 people as I passed by, you are not just a face in a sea of thousands, it actually has a small town feel. This is further exemplified by being set in Richmond, KY... smack dab in the middle of the state just south of Lexington.. Richmond is rapidly growing and accessible to nearly anything that goes on, while still being close to home. Unlike some other smaller universities, you have the cross of the country with the urban life.... EKU has programs amongst the world's elite in Criminal Justice, Fire Science, and Forensic Science.

**Jarons** · 09-23-2009, 05:31 PM

EKUAlum05 Wrote:Belfry High School

First and foremost don't move to EKY if you don't have to, but if you do Belfry is a pretty good option. Pike County schools in general are ahead of the curve when it comes to statewide testing, Belfry is well above the state average in CATS scores and ACT scores. You will also have a school with modern facilities at the new high school has only been built for less than 5 years. Principal Rod Varney is one of the finest prinicpals in the state and genuinely cares about his students. Belfry offers AP courses in nearly any subject and has an excellent faculty. If your child is interested in sports few public schools in KY can compare to Belfry whether it be mens or womens sports. Phillip Haywood is one of the state's all-time winningest football coaches and above all else he teaches character above football. Belfry's womens volleyball team has basically made it to the Sweet 16 every year since it started. BHS's sports facilities are top of the line and the community support is unbelievable.

EKU
Since your kid will be a resident of Kentucky there are fewer better bargains than EKU. Thanks to your college prep courses at Belfry you will be eligible to apply for scholarships to go along with your KHEES money. With EKU you get a large university; perfect to better scoial skills, offer numerous degree programs, and interract with professors from a wide spectrum of backgrounds. At the same time, EKU is small enough that class sizes typically are under 25 students, you get more one on one time with professors, and the feeling of knowing everyone. I remember vividly walking down the street every day and knowing at least 3 or 4 people as I passed by, you are not just a face in a sea of thousands, it actually has a small town feel. This is further exemplified by being set in Richmond, KY... smack dab in the middle of the state just south of Lexington.. Richmond is rapidly growing and accessible to nearly anything that goes on, while still being close to home. Unlike some other smaller universities, you have the cross of the country with the urban life.... EKU has programs amongst the world's elite in Criminal Justice, Fire Science, and Forensic Science.

This is why I loved EKU so much.

***Wildcatk23*** · 09-23-2009, 09:37 PM

Love EKY, I honestly always said when i graduate im out of here, but now i couldnt imagine being anywhere else

**BC75** · 09-27-2009, 12:16 AM

BCF4L Wrote:Don't send your kids to Prestonsburg either unless you want your kid to play football. Then more power to ya. However, I will be sending my child to P-burg high because it's a really fun school.

What was so fun about it? :AngelPray :biggrin:

BaseballIsLife · 09-27-2009, 02:54 AM

lwc Wrote:What would you say about your alma-mater or current school to convince me to enroll myself or my imaginary children there?

Because we're cool:rockon:.

However, in all seriousness, Scott High School (in NKY) is a decent little school. Lately Scott's numbers have been dwindling to lack of excellence in sports (however our Cross Country, Baseball, and Basketball teams are top of the line) and as well as academics. Now our academics aren't that bad but they are far off from where they used to be. We used to be one of the top public schools in the state but now have fallen to just above average.

In all honesty, if you want to attend a public school (where you don't have to pay a tuition)(unless you live outside the district) in NKY the best schools would have to be Highlands and Beechwood. They are classificed as Independents. These schools may seem private to you but in reality they aren't. They don't charge tuition if you live inside the district and they are completely funded by the cities they live in (the state doesn't fund them so thats why people think they are private, but in actuality they are completely funded by the Ft. Mitchell (Beechwood) and Ft. Thomas (Highlands) so they are a public school). Top of the line grades in the state and top of the line athletic programs. Can't go wrong if you go to these schools.

**GOREDDEVILS** · 09-27-2009, 04:51 AM

Beetle01 Wrote:Don't send your kids to Russell

Actually don't move to E Ky

I Disagree with you if You want top notch academics and top notch sports both girls and boys Russell would be a good school For East,Ky.

HAIL PIKEVILLE! · 09-28-2009, 01:22 AM

Pikeville-
Our tradition of excellence both in the classroom and in athletics speaks for itself.

Duke45 · 09-29-2009, 10:28 PM

Highlands High School (Fort Thomas)-
It pretty much speaks for itself. Highlands is known year in and out for its football team. Recently, both the boys' and girls' soccer teams went to state. As far as academics, Highlands High School and Moyer Elementary School are National Blue Ribbon Schools. Highlands offers over 20 AP classes. The high school is currently going through renovation. Also, Fort Thomas is a very family-friendly neighborhood.

College-
UC-It is very close to Fort Thomas. They have a nationally-ranked football team.
NKU-It is an expanding university, including its plan to move into D1 basketball.

**LWC** · 09-30-2009, 10:31 AM

Duke45 Wrote:Highlands High School (Fort Thomas)-
It pretty much speaks for itself. Highlands is known year in and out for its football team. Recently, both the boys' and girls' soccer teams went to state. As far as academics, Highlands High School and Moyer Elementary School are National Blue Ribbon Schools. Highlands offers over 20 AP classes. The high school is currently going through renovation. Also, Fort Thomas is a very family-friendly neighborhood.

College-
UC-It is very close to Fort Thomas. They have a nationally-ranked football team.
NKU-It is an expanding university, including its plan to move into D1 basketball.

Sounds good! Is Highlands private or independent? I always get them confused.

Duke45 · 09-30-2009, 04:05 PM

lwc Wrote:Sounds good! Is Highlands private or independent? I always get them confused.

We're a public high school in the Fort Thomas Independent School District in order to separate us from the Campbell County District.

**LWC** · 10-01-2009, 12:22 AM

Duke45 Wrote:We're a public high school in the Fort Thomas Independent School District in order to separate us from the Campbell County District.

So it is a public school in an Independent district? Does that make it a FULLY public school?

BaseballIsLife · 10-01-2009, 01:34 PM

lwc Wrote:So it is a public school in an Independent district? Does that make it a FULLY public school?

Yes they are a public school as the city of Ft. Thomas funds the school. Sure its not the state funding it so I could see why people are confused on this issue. It is funded by the city and therefore is considered a public school.

It also doesn't charge tuition to the students who do attend the school so that also separates it from being a private school. However, if you live outside the district but choose to want to attend the school, I think you would have to pay tuition and thats how it is with almost every county. You can choose to go outside your district and play for any school you choose.. but it comes at a price. So, in short, Highlands is a public school plain and simple.

Duke45 · 10-01-2009, 09:57 PM

BaseballIsLife Wrote:Yes they are a public school as the city of Ft. Thomas funds the school. Sure its not the state funding it so I could see why people are confused on this issue. It is funded by the city and therefore is considered a public school.

It also doesn't charge tuition to the students who do attend the school so that also separates it from being a private school. However, if you live outside the district but choose to want to attend the school, I think you would have to pay tuition and thats how it is with almost every county. You can choose to go outside your district and play for any school you choose.. but it comes at a price. So, in short, Highlands is a public school plain and simple.

That does sum it up pretty well. We are considered to be a public school, and the last time I heard, you do have to pay a pretty hefty tuition in order to attend Highlands if you live outside of Fort Thomas. The tuition is definitely worth it if you can afford it because no other local schools can compare to Highlands.

**GOREDDEVILS** · 10-02-2009, 12:49 AM

BaseballIsLife Wrote:Yes they are a public school as the city of Ft. Thomas funds the school. Sure its not the state funding it so I could see why people are confused on this issue. It is funded by the city and therefore is considered a public school.

It also doesn't charge tuition to the students who do attend the school so that also separates it from being a private school. However, if you live outside the district but choose to want to attend the school, I think you would have to pay tuition and thats how it is with almost every county. You can choose to go outside your district and play for any school you choose.. but it comes at a price. So, in short, Highlands is a public school plain and simple.

Russell doesn't charge any tuition if you live out of district that I know of.

BaseballIsLife · 10-02-2009, 02:04 AM

GOREDDEVILS Wrote:Russell doesn't charge any tuition if you live out of district that I know of.

There is a good chance then that the county is considered then of having an "Open-Enrollment" Policy in effect. All this simply means is that if you live outside a public schools district you can attend it free of tuition as long as it is within that county instead of attending the school district you are supposed to. If you choose to journey outside the county to attend a different school, you can do that but you will have to pay tuition to do so. Kenton County has an Open-Enrollment Policy for its public schools so a student is allowed to choose what school he/she would like to attend free of charge. The only drawback of this is that if you choose to go to school outside your own school district, bus transportation is not provided so you will have to drive yourself. Just some input...

**GOREDDEVILS** · 10-02-2009, 05:47 AM

BaseballIsLife Wrote:There is a good chance then that the county is considered then of having an "Open-Enrollment" Policy in effect. All this simply means is that if you live outside a public schools district you can attend it free of tuition as long as it is within that county instead of attending the school district you are supposed to. If you choose to journey outside the county to attend a different school, you can do that but you will have to pay tuition to do so. Kenton County has an Open-Enrollment Policy for its public schools so a student is allowed to choose what school he/she would like to attend free of charge. The only drawback of this is that if you choose to go to school outside your own school district, bus transportation is not provided so you will have to drive yourself. Just some input...

It doesn't matter If they live in Greenup County or not because someone I know lived in Westwood (Boyd County) and another a girl by the name of Shelby Malone lived in Grayson (Carter County) and didn't pay any tuition.

**nky** · 10-02-2009, 12:10 PM

BaseballIsLife Wrote:Yes they are a public school as the city of Ft. Thomas funds the school. Sure its not the state funding it so I could see why people are confused on this issue. It is funded by the city and therefore is considered a public school.
.

not funded by the city. Still state funded as all public schools in KY are using the SEEK formula. Northern Kentucky has many independent school districts. They are independent meaning they are not connected to the county school as most schools in KY are.

**LWC** · 10-02-2009, 04:12 PM

nky Wrote:not funded by the city. Still state funded as all public schools in KY are using the SEEK formula. Northern Kentucky has many independent school districts. They are independent meaning they are not connected to the county school as most schools in KY are.

Now I really am confused:please:

Basically, can a person live in Bowling Green and recieve a scholarship/tuition assistance to attend Highlands High School or do they have to live in the area?

**TidesHoss32** · 10-02-2009, 04:32 PM

I went to Jenkins, and its much different now than it was 15 years ago..I wouldnt send my pets to Jenkins, not to mention children. Unfortunately the academic and athletic programs speak for themselves. If you move to Letcher county, send them to Letcher Central.