Fossil Ridge has an amazing fine arts department. Especially theatre which, while I attended Fossil Ridge, went to state twice and was a runner up to state once. With the help of fine arts director David Stevens, and directors Vonya Eudy and David Kersh, the Fossil Ridge Theatre department has thrived
... Read more to say the least. The english department truly has a lot to be proud of as well. Mrs. Isgitt and Mr. Chipman allowed me to significantly improve my writing. Their preparation toward the AP english tests allowed me to receive a five for each one. I do not have to take any English in college. As far as student population, there is a majority of undisciplined students. They get lost in the shuffle of other rowdy students and most go without punishment. It disrupts classes and drives many wonderful students and teachers away. Read less
I am very happy with this school and my daughter has done extremely well here.
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Posted by a parent on 08/06/09
The school and staff are great. Being an enrolled student at the school, I can tell you that some or most of the negative remarks made by the parents are either somewhat or completely false. Despite being classified as a 5A school, class sizes are at the most 20-25 students, school spirit is very, very
... Read more high, and disciplinary actions are very severe, and to the fullest extent, no matter the situation. The teachers and administration are very nice to everyone. Granted that there may be a small amount of violence now and then, it's nothing worth noting. You'll never go to a high school that doesn't have fights. I'm giving my school the highest rating because of these reasons, and I look forward to completing the rest of school at Fossil Ridge. Go Panthers! Read less
Posted by a student on 05/06/09
I transfered to this school district and let me say, I was shocked in good ways and bad ways. Let me start by mentioning the most important part; THe istructures are great when it somes to helpiing the students. The concern I have about this school is the amount of bad behavior. The majority of the student
... Read more body receives no dicipline. I've sat in class a number of times and listened to students curse out substitutes and I've watched students in the hallway display inapropriate behavior with other student and the teachers do not even blink. The academic system is nice but the student body needs a little work. Read less
Posted by a student on 01/26/09
I particularly love the English Department here at FRHS. My daughter had the opportunity to have one of the best English teachers I have ever encountered. His name is Mr. Manginell, not sure on the spelling, but he not only helped improve her reading abilities, but helped her to overcome her fear of
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Posted by a parent on 11/27/08
Faculty need to more closely supervise what goes on after practices and events. My dtr is a Freshman their this year. The VB selection has much to be desired and the softball and track coach was rude and insulting to her. Academically, she has encountered great instructors and is enthused about
... Read more her classes. She works hard and is rewarded for that. The dance classes are wonderful and encouraging. Her cell phone was stolen as were another of her friends from their pockets! So be careful with your possesions. As everywhere, there is good and bad. Great academics, standard or substandard extracurricular activities and administration. The principal last year at every meeting alluded to all the rumors about his school and how they would overcome them, Im hoping they did. So we are eagerly awaiting the opening of the 4th high school in Keller ISD which is nearer our home. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/10/08
Hi. Im attending fossil ridge high school right now; as a freshman. And let me tell you; this year is going fabulous! :D im so glad im there. In the 8th grade I went to Fossil Hill and Mr.Hadley; the principal was there, and then he was hired to be the principal at FRHS! and Im soooo glad he did that!
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Posted by a student on 08/28/08
last year i attended fossil ridge as a freshman. i was scared going because of all the rumors you hear from other schools about what goes on at tehir schools, so i didnt know what to expect. once i got there, all those rumors were silenced. fossil ridge is a great school, with teachers and other staff
... Read more members actually care about what goes on in our lives, they dont pretend. i love fossil ridge, and wouldnt go to any other school Read less
Posted by a student on 08/10/08
It has an amazing choir program, as well as a phenomenal new principal.
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Keller schools — Fossil Ridge High School is located at 4101 Thompson Rd, Keller TX 76248. 4101 Thompson Rd is in the 76248 ZIP code in Keller, TX The school district for Fossil Ridge High School is the Keller Independent School District. Fossil Ridge High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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