Simsbury High School

Posted December 29, 2008

I have 4 children that went through SHS. All did sports, all succeeded academically. This school is better than private schools. The curriculum prepares them for college on an outstanding level. You would quite possibly be a fool if you didn't send your kids to this school over a private institution.
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Posted August 24, 2005

Simsbury High School is academically strong, but relies upon the motivation of its students to carry its reputation. If your child is not motivated, don't expect SHS to do much for him. Perhaps the new principal will rectify this.
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Posted January 11, 2005

SHS is a great place to learn. 95% of teachers really love their job. Core classes have curriculum that is reviewed and perfected annually so its basically customized around the classes in the school at the time. The current ronovation will make the 30+ year old school state of the art. SHS has unique electives that give students a head start for college. Great athletics give students something to put their time and passions towards. The Music department is easily the best in the state and one of the best in the country. Passionate teachers constantly push their students to acheive nothing but excellence but still have a soft and caring touch. I would have my children no where else but SHS.
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Posted September 22, 2004

I have 2 children: SHS 2008 and 2004 graduate. Population places the highest value on children. Most teachers and children are driven. CAPT scores always at or near state highs. 92.6% earn 3 or higher on AP exams. Rigorous academics are combined with high participation and success in athletics/music/art. The SHS has won state championship(s) every year since 1992, when I came to town. Hartford Symphony performs annually with SHS music students. Joyful entertainment. Average SATs 582v/583m (2002) mean bright, diligent children in the bottom half of a highly competitive, not too diverse, class. State average is 502v/503m. Being average may be frustrating. Neil Sullivan, named Principal 9/2004, 7 years Vice Principal at SHS, and extensive building additions/renovations/improvements should maintain excellent educational services and student/teacher enthusiasm. Guidance said at Freshman breakfast, 27% of 2004 graduates were admitted to first tier colleges. Efforts must continue to realize college placements our well-prepared grads deserve.
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