Sage Ridge School - Reno, Nevada

Philip T.

Speaking from the student perspective, Sage Ridge is a wonderful school. I am in my final year here, and I will be sad to go. I started at this school in 5th grade, and have eagerly returned each year. One thing that stands out especially about Sage Ridge is the phenomenal teachers. In every grade, for every subject, there is incredible knowledge and support from the faculty. The teachers truly know every student individually in order to easily connect with them and help them in any way that they can. It is this network of support that allows all Sage Ridge students to challenge themselves. The teachers make the students want to learn more. Sage Ridge students are inquisitive and curious about the world around them and the faculty earnestly answer their every inquiry. The bond between students and teachers at Sage Ridge is completely unique, and definitely something to take advantage of.
A Sage Ridge education goes beyond academics. This school will help all children to pursue any interests they may have. In my years here, I have played multiple sports, acted in many plays, competed in both theater and Latin on State and National levels, debated with a passion, developed a love for community service projects and much, much, more. Sage Ridge will help their students achieve anything they can possibly set their minds to. Outside of the classroom Sage Ridge also offers many unique programs, such as Mini Sessions and Outdoor Education. Mini Sessions is a two week course of fun classes that allow teachers to teach their students anything they'd like. These classes range from cake decorating to conservation trips in Hawaii. Outdoor Ed is yet another incredible opportunity that Sage Ridge offers. Early on in the school year, all teachers and grade levels embark on week long trips. Outdoor Ed is enjoyed by all, and each grade level trip is looked forward to greatly. Outdoor Ed has taken me everywhere, from backpacking in Yosemite to bouldering in Northern California to kayaking in Tamales Bay. All of these amazing programs help to build the wonderful sense of community that all Sage Ridge Scorpions feel.
The student body is also very unique here. Every student lives under the governance of our honor code and our five pillars: Respect, Integrity, Community, Courage, and Scholarship. The students aren't cliquey and friendships often span across grade levels because of our small size. The students are all kind and supportive, and incredibly trustworthy. Sage Ridge students take the Honor Code very seriously, and because of that there is a strong sense of trust within the community. Hardly any students lock their lockers, and phones, laptops, and wallets are frequently left unattended. Not once in my 8 years here has anything serious been stolen. Anywhere else, that would not hold true, but Sage Ridge defies normality.
I would strongly recommend Sage Ridge to anyone who asked, as it has both shaped me as a person and completely prepared me for my next steps in life. The work will be challenging, but it will be worth it. Sage Ridge students succeed.

Laura P.

This school is absolutely amazing. It is all about the students overall learning to have a place in our world to come. My daughter started in the first 4th grade class and I bet she will stay through high school as the school offers grades 4 - 12.

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