John V. Lindsay Wildcat Academy Charter School, Manhattan Campus

"In my own opinion I would say that Wildcat is one of the best schools out there. The school may be small but that's one of its strengths, as you feel as if you’re never left behind. Teachers guide you and motivate you to do work you never thought you could do. Being a student here is different from any other school as you feel like a family pushing each other to greatness for the betterment of everyone. I would highly recommend this school if you're willing to join and strive for greatness then this is the place for you!"

"What I like about Wildcat is that they don't give up on you easily, they always try to help because they see potential in their students. What’s unique about the school is they show you work opportunities and prep you towards getting a job in the future. At wildcat there are smaller class settings, in the classroom teachers make sure everyone understands whatever it is they’re teaching before they move on and also they take the time to get to know the students and how they learn. As a student at Wildcat this school makes me feel like I can be better than I even know I can be. At Wildcat the teachers are understanding and strive for you to pass and graduate even if you feel like failing yourself."

"Wildcat is a little different from most high schools. It gives you a restart on life, time to catch up. Wildcat gives you a second chance, it gave me a second chance. Schools are usually crowded and often make students fall behind because teachers can not provide that one on one time students need to excel. Wildcat welcomes all into a healthy yet small work space that makes it easier for teens to learn. Teachers are actually able to walk you through assignments as well as lead the rest of the class. You won’t feel behind. The teachers in Wildcat invest in all their students and urge them to never give up. The teacher in Wildcat, unlike other teachers I’ve had don’t give up on you, and they’re easy to work with. They understand not every kid learns at the same pace. Being a student at wildcat is similar to being a student in any other school. Of course there are rules, and people you have to respect. But Wildcat doesn’t treat you like a baby they treat you like the young adult you are. Wildcat feels like a home and it offers you a chance to step into the real world, something most schools don’t give you. They offer you internships and show you how to build your resume. All in all it gives you a head start for the real world."

"What I like about Wildcats is that they always try to understand your situation and help you out any chance they can to make you succeed. The methods they teach and also their staff and students are so unique. You can experience support and more opening doors as well as gain experience at work places for your future knowledge. Me being a student at Wildcats makes me feel proud as well comforted to know I have a lot of support systems at school. The teachers in Wildcat are amazing, they try to push you to your best capacity and are always there when you need them."

"At Wildcat they treat us like a family and there’s really no drama and kids be on track. Every student is trying to get somewhere and graduate. Even though Wildcat is a credit recovery school they don’t make it seem like it is. They are very helpful and also help out with jobs. I feel that other schools don’t help with one on one work because it’s a large amount of students and they don’t care as much as Wildcat. Wildcat makes me feel like a student because they stay on top of everyone and make sure everyone is on track. Teachers at Wildcat are very helpful and kind and they will help you with anything, as much as they can."