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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I am another poster who had a bad experience with WES.
They teach rote memorization and do not work to advance critical thinking.  The administration makes every effort to say the correct things to parents, but makes decisions by not acting.  Very stale and lazy.  The third grade is not good and many families try to get out before their children enter third grade. They really need to change their business/academic model.[/quote]

1) I am familiar with the "bad" teacher and it was an extraordinarily bad situation that should have been dealt with quickly and professionally.  The administration did too little too late and I have since learned that this "all talk and no action" management style was pervasive.

2). Interestingly, I hear parents complain about the lack of memorization and drilling, especially in Math.

3) DC entered in 4th so I can't comment on early grades but 4th and up have been wonderful and challenging.  DC was a year ahead of the "bad" teacher so we not only dodged that bullet but had the wonderful predecessor as a teacher for that grade.  DC has found the trips and the preparation for the trips to be anything but stale and is looking forward to excellent placement options for high school next year.

4) I feel confident that the change in leadership will lead to a more hands-on management style.  I hope parents take advantage of the opportunities available to speak up.   [/quote]

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