Research Bayside High School Public Schools in Virginia Beach, Virginia

“I'm currently a student at BHS and I would have to say that this school is awesome. Of course, like any other school, there are fights and A LOT of drama, but what would high school experience be like without it (it seems like it would be better, however, 'without suffering, there would be no compassion') ? All the friends I've made at Bayside so far have made a significant impact on my life. The students are pretty chill. The teachers are pretty understanding too but, of course, there are always a few teachers that everyone dislikes. Overall, I'm stoked that I go to Bayside High School :D <333”

“i love this school and i only went for a yr”

“Bayside has a great group of students! They are WONDERFUL. The majority of teacher are absolutely fantastic. It is unfortunate that the administration hinders the great teachers at BHS and supports the not-so-great ones. The principal and administration is lacking. Students need guidance and consistency rather than being babied by the admin.”

“Im so glad im i the Bayside Health Science Academy....or i would never go to this school. The only good part is the academy kids and the rest of the students dont really care about their education. Don't send your child here no matter what unless their going to be in the academy then its only worth it.”

“I am a graduate of Bayside High School class of 2000, and I can say that what people assume about the school being dangerous or bad is untrue. I felt safe there, and got involved in everything from cheerleading to forensics to the Darlin Marlin's, and loved every minute of it. The teachers are amazing and I will always remember Mrs. Wilkes the chorus teacher and how she brightened up my life. --Sharee Brantley”

“BHS is the Best School I have been to. It not only has many many extracricular activities but has school spirit and a high achievement level. BHS is also the host school of BHS health Sciences Academy. So far in this school I have not seen one fight (which is very good). Not only do you learn to your highest but you also become part of the BHS family. We would love to have you come and learn with us. Tia Combs - Freshman”

“I graduated from Bayside along with four of my family members . When I went to Bayside we were like family.Like a family we as students laughed, we cried and sometimes got in fights. I have such wonderful memories of Bayside.I played football and ran track. I remember the great pep rallies before the games, school dances , kissing in the hall ways, skipping class as seniors and hanging out at the beach with friends. Bayside shouldn't have a bad rep, that's just students being negative, typical of adolescents going threw growing pains. Nothing is ever as good as we would like it to be, and you have problems at all schools. Even private schools have issues. Love your school no matter where you go, you only get to go to high school once. I'll be a Bayside Marlin for life, and proud to say so! Scottie Walker”

“I am a graduate of Bayside High School and I have a child attending Bayside this year and I wouldn't have it any other way. There was never a time I thought sending my child to school here would be dettrimental to his educational experience. The staff of Bayside High is, in my opinion, the best in the Beach! It's a shame that after all these years, Bayside still holds a 'bad rap'. I think it is time for people to realize that things have changed and what happened in the early 90's no longer happens here, because at Bayside: 'We are Family'.”

“This school is such a great school. Stereotypes give this school a bad reputation. Dr. Cooper has done such a great job. Everybody in the school feels safe. None of the parents feel they need to take there child or children out of Bayside Middle. This school has never been a problem and parents are very involved with their child's or children's work.”

“Many people take Bayside the wrong way because of the multiple stereotypes that people give it. It's a shame that it has to be that way since Bayside IS such a great school. Another stereotype would be of the principal, Dr. Soltner. He arrived at Bayside last year and has done much to improve the discipline shown by the students. Although his rules are harsher than most, they are usually very neccessary. I believe that he is doing this to ensure Bayside's reputation in the future. Also, Bayside's SOL scores are one of the highest in Hampton Roads, specifically the exceptional math department, who has been first for the past many years.”

“I think the school gets a bad rap. The teachers I have dealt with are wonderful, the school is old but very clean and quiet, the discipline is awesome, the principal does a great job. My child went to a different VB school that was considered 'better' and I find Bayside met my expectations more than the other school.”