Horizon Community Learning Center Review

If you want a small school environment where each student is valued and listened to, Horizon really is the place for your family

Ecerything seems amazing to me very very academical I'm saying 4 stars just because there is no wrestling here everything else is amazing for me they really care about there students

I hate this school, if I had a chance to leave, I would take that opportunity. The reason why I hate this school is because the no place for hate at this school is not true, I get picked on all the time, and I also get detentions for the most stuped reason, and durring the soaring eagle day, when they say it's really hard to get a detention, THAT'S WRONG, I just got a detention in scholastic lab yesterday 2/10/17, for eating a granola bar, no warning, didn't know it was a rule, then was just handed a detention, and said for the reason, eating in science room. First, it's not science class, and second the teacher hands out candy all the time in that room! And i looked in the code of conduct, and read the whole thing, says nothing about no eating in class. Or you will get a detention, and the other time I got a detention was because my mom texted me in the middle of class, and the reason why it's in my poket is because the last time my phone was in my backpack, the screen shatterd, and my dad said the next time it breaks you will pay for a new screen and have to fix it, and it will be taken away. And also I texted her earlier because I wasn't feeling well. And that's why I'm giving this school a ONE STAR RATING!!!!!!!! I WISH YOU COULD HAVE A ZERO STAR RATING!!!!!

My two older children attended here from pre-k to 8th grade and I want to thank Horizon teachers and staff for such a great foundation for their education. Both are excelling and have the best study habits. I can t wait to return to Horizon with my two younger children to give them that same foundation. Horizon fosters a excitement for learning that my 8 year old is missing at her current school. The central focus of Project Group is so dynamic and applicable to real life problem solving.

We highly value education. My wife has a PhD and I am an attorney. We spent a significant amount of time deciding on the elementary school to send our children, now 8 and 10 years old. Horizon Honors is the perfect fit.

Both kids started in Kindergarten, and one is now in fifth grade and the other is in second. What attracted us academically were two key features: (1) Horizon s student-to-teach ratio, and (2) the fact that students are assessed and taught at their level, meaning that it was not uncommon for an advanced Kindergartener to start the school year in first or second grade math or reading, etc. And, similarly, students needing more help in certain areas are not left behind, but instead are engaged and taught at the right level of challenge. Every student receives an individualized learning plan (ILP).

Kindergarten classrooms are typical size of 25-30 students, and each classroom has a fulltime teacher and adult assistant teacher/teacher aid, resulting in a teacher-to-student ratio of about 13-15 in Kindergarten. In grades 1-6, students are in mixed-aged classrooms (again, taking into account the challenge needed for each student), with a typical class size of 55-60. These classrooms are led by 3 adults two teachers and an adult assistant teacher/teacher aid, yielding a student/teacher ratio of about 18-20. These numbers are phenomenal. And, beyond the numbers, the teachers themselves have been excellent caring, committed, experienced. We ve become big fans.

Beyond the classroom, I appreciate the lunch options. Food is catered from places like Pei Wei, Chick-fil-A, Panda Express, Boston Market and Streets of NY Pizza, making it much better than cafeteria-level food. While the price can be more than a cafeteria, the providers donate a share of proceeds back to the school, which is a win-win.

We have also found that involvement opportunities are larger and more diverse than other schools numerous sports, clubs, and activities are available to K-6 students. Our kids have been involved in after school clubs including Melody Makers, Code Bots, Rising Stars, Save the Earth, Showbiz, Lego Club, Art Club, and our fifth grader was selected to one of the middle school sports teams that allows 5th graders to tryout.

We have also seen continued improvement. When issues or concerns have arisen, the school is agile enough to make changes because the entirety of the administration resides on premises. When parking was a problem, the school addressed it with partnerships to provide new and expanded parking. When athletics were criticized, the school improved and expanded its facilities. As the website started to feel outdated or confusing, new pages were written to streamline many of the online services and information. The school s leadership is responsive and engaged.

Finally, Horizon builds community. When I ask my kids who their friends or best friends are, they typically answer with a very long list, or a more simply everybody. They see classmates all over town, and because of the large amount of parent participation and involvement, the families also get to know each other and build community.

my favorite part is the food, only on tuesdays though. I hate the classes

you guys kicked me out because i missed too many days even though i had seizures and had a concussion but my friends told me you let a girl go to school even though she missed more days than me. Worse school experenice

We have been at Horizon for 9 years. My daughters transitioned from a local Montessori at 1st and 5th grades. Right now, one is a sophomore at NAU (on a full merit scholarship) and the other a 10th grader at Horizon Honors High School. We have been very happy here at Horizon. As a parent, I am so happy to walk in the office and have the office staff know who I am, and know who my children are. They encourage parental involvement from elementary all the way through high school. During their time in elementary, they were given the opportunities to have music and PE daily. They developed friendships and were taught how to prioritize, work in groups, problem solve and speak in front of an assembly of their peers. Both participated in student government and were selected as student ambassadors. The student ambassadors give the new families tours of the school. I remember how impressed I was when we first toured Horizon and how articulate the students were.

My children have participated in the choir and performing arts departments, and this year, my 10th grader decided to give team sports a try. While she had never been in sports before, she was encouraged to sign up and give it her best. And she did! Her team mates and coaches were very welcoming. As a family, we have really enjoyed participating in the various sporting events to cheer the teams on. Our varsity teams rival many other schools and we have several students who have received sports scholarships to college.

My older daughter felt the curriculum challenged her and kept her interested. She was rewarded by receiving multiple scholarships and is now attending NAU with a full tuition merit scholarship. I have always found the teachers open to listening about my concerns and very open to my advice on how best to work with my children. As parents, we are encouraged to have open communication with the teachers and have scheduled conferences 5 times a year (more if necessary).
When reaching out to any of the staff, I can usually get in to see them with in a day or two.
While Horizon is a small community , they are encouraged to be big thinkers. The students are help each other and there really isn t any bullying. Both my daughters found themselves to be mentors to not only their peers, but the younger students in the elementary school as well.

If you want a small school environment where each student is valued and listened to, Horizon really is the place for your family.

My daughter has been bullied for two years. I know of three people who left this school last year because of bulling. They do not 8nforce their policy.

HCLC is a great school! It is unique for so many reasons but most of all I love that a student that may be performing above grade level can receive appropriate instruction at that grade level without having to be removed from grade level peers! I love the hands on learning and the 5 day a week PE and recess. Students are lucky to get a well rounded education at HCLC

Have been going there for 7 years (2nd grade to 9th grade) and have hated every year. It is the most corrupt school I have ever heard of. The teachers only like you if your parents are teachers and you can get in trouble for anything you do. I recommend going to a different school. If you can't, good luck. This school has always made me depressed and every day I look off the balcony thinking if I want to jump today. Sadly the day hasn't come. -Unknown

To whoever wants an amazing learning environment, and to meet people of different diversities and personalities this school is some place that I can not forget. This school helped me mold myself into who I am, it was an amazing 6 years. I recommend to any parent!

Small, tight knit community. Great for K-8, not so good for high school. Worse teachers and very limiting classes. I'll be transferring to Desert Vista next year. Drug situation is non-existent here if that's a concern, with a few outliars. No hard drugs though, just vaping and wax pens.

Here I spent an exchange year 2001-2002. For Europeans, the "Closed Campus" directive took a lot of getting used to. Teaching staff usually very nice.