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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful: |
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Student '09, Feb 15, 2008 |
| Townsend Harris High School is an exemplary academic institution. I am in my third year there. I enjoy the school and I feel that it is a very safe and desirable atmosphere. The students are very friendly, and all the students seem to have an underlying connection to each other, as they are all determined and intelligent people. As much as I enjoy the school and am very grateful for such a great opportunity to attend said school, I feel that there is a lot of unnecessary and tedious school work assigned. I also feel that the school is very competitive in its nature, and that the discipline code and security measures taken to ensure a safe environment are sometimes a bit extraneous. The staff is very friendly, yet I have come across many stringent instructors who have denied me a certain grade because they believe I didn't deserve such a grade. Although these things hang a damper over my opinion of the school, but I am proud of Townsend's superior athletics. Not only does Townsend excel in academics, but also in sports! We have many PSAL teams open to both boys and girls, including a 3-year undefeated girls' swim team, champions in girls' and boys' fencing and an outstanding track team. I enjoy the many education opportunities offered at Townsend, including the many clubs and exciting electives that are offered. Overall, I would say that I enjoy going to Townsend Harris, but if you're considering applying and don't feel that you can handle a rigorous curriculum and hours of homework (yes, usually about four!) then this is not the school for you! |