Public Safety Academy Reviews

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I like the discipline and manners taught at this school. I also like the the uniforms and physical education because the kids are kept busy with fun activities and are taught how to live a healthy life.

I've been here for a few years and I have to say that personally my experience here has been great. I've made some friends and gotten closer with some people over these past few years and have even made and strengthened connections and reconnected with some amazing people that I feel I'll be around for hopefully the rest of our lives, and I love and care for them so much. I've been able to trust some of the teachers here more than my own parents and I feel like my voice matters. Being here makes me feel safe emotionally and physically and I've learned things here that I'll carry on with me for a really long time, and a lot more than just academically. Of course its not at all perfect, but I feel like we're slowly improving, and with time I think we'll get to a way better place to be. A lot of people here definitely have very mixed opinions, but it really depends on what your values are and whether you're actually willing to take action. Class of '22 :)

I loved my high school experience and nearly everyone in my class, and I don't know that I would be able to say the same thing if I had gone to another high school. The small class sizes coupled with the fact that we went through fifth to twelfth grades together truly established a friendly, welcoming, and respectful community, at least in my experience. Owing to this dynamic, I believe that in no other school would I be able or even willing to find as many good friends as I did, or to become class president as I did. I miss the experience deeply, and my only regrets were leaving after graduation far too early to say goodbye to everyone and the pandemic cutting off what was in store for junior and senior year.
Other aspects are admittedly below par, particularly the scarcity of class options due to how new and small the school still is. This didn't affect me too much, but academic experiences will vary.
If you're Class of 2021 and reading this, I hope you're doing well; from Raga.

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Public Safety Academy is a good school and it prepares you for college. They have a lot of dual enrollment classes so while you attend you'll also be taking classes at Solano Community College. If you're interested in pursuing a career in the Public Safety Field they also provide resources to help you get started. Firefighters, cops, etc frequently visit the campus and provide students with more information about the jobs. The school has a lot of structure so you wear a uniform and address your teachers as sir and mam. The students are referred to as cadets and every morning before school we have formation similar to like the military. The school has a 100% graduation rate and usually, all the seniors go on to college or the military. But besides the educational aspect, I feel like the school needs to work on the school environment. My main problem with the school is that they don't address the frequent racism that occurs on campus daily. The administration tries to ignore the issue.

Public Safety Academy is a great school for students who are hard workers and are goal-oriented thinkers. Though it doesn't have sports at the school, it still has a lot of experiences that you can get nowhere else.

Very safe and motivating environment in regards to school work. The teachers always want the student to do their best and have the best interest for them. Extra help is always available. Staff is usually busy but is managed well and opinions are heard.

There are a lot of different opinions on Public Safety Academy. The school is a very safe environment but the older people on the campus are so disrespectful towards you. Rules are outrageous. But overall, since Ive been at this school since it had opened, its something that Im very used too. Some teachers are willing to help you get prepared for your future and some just don´t even know what they are teaching.

Overall, this school is average at best. Some of the teachers aren't that well trained or they just don't seem interested in what they do. Events at this school aren't the best either, because of the lack of funding. The school is also devoid of sports, which could be huge when deciding which school to go too. The staff are annoying, getting mad at students just because they can. Academics is alright, with some AP courses available.

I liked that it is an environment with little to no distractions which makes it easy to learn. What I would like to see change is that amount of classes available to high schoolers because there aren’t many options.

The discipline that one develops, along with the leadership charisma gained from being a cadet here, are character traits that can be easily gained. It is such an outstanding school. From involved and caring teachers to fun and challenging lessons. From the six pillars of character to being a family school. This is a school like no other.

My experience at the Public Safety Academy was average, not the worst or the best. Things that I would like to see change is that 100% graduation pass. They are will to bend the school rules so that every student in the grade can graduate. It's unrealistic and it cheats people could of the reality of life. Another thing that I would like to see change is having formation every day. Honestly most of the announcements that are given outside and be given over the intercom. Sometimes when it is really cold that when the announcements are the longest and at that point everyone is getting restless. What I thought was good was some of the teachers. Most of the teachers create a good bond between the students and makes the environment safer and better.

I believe the teachers at The Public Safety Academy are great at what they do and have great relationships with their students. I also believe the courses are great, but there is very a small selection in electives available and many students complain about that. There is also a small amount of clubs and sports, and there is not much focus on it. A big reason for this is because the campus is simply not big enough to support extracurricular activities. Along with that there is a lower population of students compared to other high schools, so everyone knows everybody. Some people take this as a good thing, others don't. PSA doesn't give you the "high school experience" but I still believe it is a great school that focuses on education and it is probably the dream school to a student wanting to pursue a career in public safety. The biggest problem I can acknowledge is lack of in-school events and communication.

The Public Safety Academy is the perfect place to build project based learning skills, respect, and discipline. It is a military based school that gives you a foundation to prepare you for life outside of high school. One thing I would change however, is the quality of our food.

The routine and structure and the school work prepares for college. The teachers and staff are approachable and willing to work alongside you to problem solve any issues you may encounter

The Public Safety Academy is a very good school and you can learn some things that you might not learn at other schools.

This school promotes conversation to discuss topics in a civil way that creates a deep understanding and change of perspective.

The Public Safety Academy is a great school to go to if you are looking for something different. Its not like most middle/high schools but what it lacks in "the typical high school experience" it makes up in the life long relationships you make with community member and staff .

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The Public Safety Academy isn't your average school, you get a diverse group of student who grow up together from elementary all through high school and that is every special, because we actually do get to know each other and become a family. You have great staff member who you can go and talk to and as a student, you know that they will care.

My first few weeks at this school were very rough because I wasn't use to such a disciplined and high structured school. It is unlike any ordinary public school. This school gives you a better education and lots of discipline. It is basically a semi-military school and it mainly focuses on public safety, since that is what the academy is called. You have to wear uniforms which is nice because you don't have to worry about what you're going to wear everyday and have kids judge you on what you're wearing. This school gets you better ready for college and they are strict when it comes to academics. Having the kids wear uniforms gives them a better attitude and overall it makes the kids more mature. The teachers are awesome at this school because they really focus on the students with their education.

Public Safety Academy truly is a great school that provides rigorous academics as well as a intimate atmosphere. The school is only currently 5 years old but as each year goes by the program improves more and more. I started school as a sixth grader and am now a sophomore and will end up being apart of the third graduating class. The teachers here truly all care for their students and help all that come to them. Even though each grade is fairly small compared to other high schools it allows for the teachers to build great relationships with each and every student. The academics here, although focused on public safety fields, ready you for any and all careers.

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