Catholic schools are pro family???

[Anonymous]

People using “public school” as an insult? Is that also well-taught in Catholic schools?

Not to mention the PP using mental illness as an insult.

What is going on at your schools?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I think OP’s point (which the replies have only proven) is that the grass is NOT greener at Catholic schools compared to public schools. If anyone thinks that DMV-area Catholic k-8 schools are going to provide a better, more pro-family, more supportive environment compared to public schools, they are SORELY mistaken.

Same BS, same wasted days, same admin trying to maximize days off and gaming the system, etc. They just go to mass and religion class more - up to you if that’s worth $15,000 per year when you can go to CCD for free.

People really have short memories around here. But I remember very clearly when public schools in this area closed in March 2020, and remained closed for the entire 2021-22 year. On the other hand, most Catholic schools opened in August/September of 2021 and stayed opened throughout the year. My daughter didn't miss a beat of in-person school, while her public school friends languished in their basements behind screens (or not). The Catholic schools even hand to fight back against Montgomery County government, which tried to close all non-public schools to keep public schools enrollment up. It didn't work thanks to Governor Larry Hogan, who squashed that attempt.

Typo, it was August 2020, but you're absolutely correct.

Other PP are right though, that the Diocese of Arlington allows its schools to do more half days than other areas of the country but each parish sets their own schedule, within the general limits allowed by the Diocese. If you compare the Alexandria school in question to other maybe a bit less wealthy parishes, you'd see a calendar and after care resources that are more supportive of dual working families. Ex: St. Ambrose in Annandale doesn't have any half days at all, and while they have 2pm dismissals every Wednesday, their Extended Day is open for it. This is one area where the choice of parish really makes a difference.

It’s a shame that the Alexandria parish is like that. Good to know, though, that it’s not a nationwide — or even a DMV-wide — thing.

It’s rather just one snobby school who assumes that most of its families always have one parent barefoot and pregnant baking cookies all day, on standby to sit in carpool for 45 minutes at 1130 on any given weekday. Gross.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I think OP’s point (which the replies have only proven) is that the grass is NOT greener at Catholic schools compared to public schools. If anyone thinks that DMV-area Catholic k-8 schools are going to provide a better, more pro-family, more supportive environment compared to public schools, they are SORELY mistaken.

Same BS, same wasted days, same admin trying to maximize days off and gaming the system, etc. They just go to mass and religion class more - up to you if that’s worth $15,000 per year when you can go to CCD for free.

People really have short memories around here. But I remember very clearly when public schools in this area closed in March 2020, and remained closed for the entire 2021-22 year. On the other hand, most Catholic schools opened in August/September of 2021 and stayed opened throughout the year. My daughter didn't miss a beat of in-person school, while her public school friends languished in their basements behind screens (or not). The Catholic schools even hand to fight back against Montgomery County government, which tried to close all non-public schools to keep public schools enrollment up. It didn't work thanks to Governor Larry Hogan, who squashed that attempt.

Typo, it was August 2020, but you're absolutely correct.

Other PP are right though, that the Diocese of Arlington allows its schools to do more half days than other areas of the country but each parish sets their own schedule, within the general limits allowed by the Diocese. If you compare the Alexandria school in question to other maybe a bit less wealthy parishes, you'd see a calendar and after care resources that are more supportive of dual working families. Ex: St. Ambrose in Annandale doesn't have any half days at all, and while they have 2pm dismissals every Wednesday, their Extended Day is open for it. This is one area where the choice of parish really makes a difference.

It’s a shame that the Alexandria parish is like that. Good to know, though, that it’s not a nationwide — or even a DMV-wide — thing.

It’s rather just one snobby school who assumes that most of its families always have one parent barefoot and pregnant baking cookies all day, on standby to sit in carpool for 45 minutes at 1130 on any given weekday. Gross.

Some people could be really trying to play victim here. The school that seems to be under criticism has had job listing for extended day people since summer. So, I have to presume they are just understaffed. Get a grip.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I think OP’s point (which the replies have only proven) is that the grass is NOT greener at Catholic schools compared to public schools. If anyone thinks that DMV-area Catholic k-8 schools are going to provide a better, more pro-family, more supportive environment compared to public schools, they are SORELY mistaken.

Same BS, same wasted days, same admin trying to maximize days off and gaming the system, etc. They just go to mass and religion class more - up to you if that’s worth $15,000 per year when you can go to CCD for free.

People really have short memories around here. But I remember very clearly when public schools in this area closed in March 2020, and remained closed for the entire 2021-22 year. On the other hand, most Catholic schools opened in August/September of 2021 and stayed opened throughout the year. My daughter didn't miss a beat of in-person school, while her public school friends languished in their basements behind screens (or not). The Catholic schools even hand to fight back against Montgomery County government, which tried to close all non-public schools to keep public schools enrollment up. It didn't work thanks to Governor Larry Hogan, who squashed that attempt.

Typo, it was August 2020, but you're absolutely correct.

Other PP are right though, that the Diocese of Arlington allows its schools to do more half days than other areas of the country but each parish sets their own schedule, within the general limits allowed by the Diocese. If you compare the Alexandria school in question to other maybe a bit less wealthy parishes, you'd see a calendar and after care resources that are more supportive of dual working families. Ex: St. Ambrose in Annandale doesn't have any half days at all, and while they have 2pm dismissals every Wednesday, their Extended Day is open for it. This is one area where the choice of parish really makes a difference.

It’s a shame that the Alexandria parish is like that. Good to know, though, that it’s not a nationwide — or even a DMV-wide — thing.

It’s rather just one snobby school who assumes that most of its families always have one parent barefoot and pregnant baking cookies all day, on standby to sit in carpool for 45 minutes at 1130 on any given weekday. Gross.

Some people could be really trying to play victim here. The school that seems to be under criticism has had job listing for extended day people since summer. So, I have to presume they are just understaffed. Get a grip.

And think of something more original than barefoot and pregnant. You are making yourself too obvious.

Why do you hate the school so much but keep sending your kids there?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I think OP’s point (which the replies have only proven) is that the grass is NOT greener at Catholic schools compared to public schools. If anyone thinks that DMV-area Catholic k-8 schools are going to provide a better, more pro-family, more supportive environment compared to public schools, they are SORELY mistaken.

Same BS, same wasted days, same admin trying to maximize days off and gaming the system, etc. They just go to mass and religion class more - up to you if that’s worth $15,000 per year when you can go to CCD for free.

People really have short memories around here. But I remember very clearly when public schools in this area closed in March 2020, and remained closed for the entire 2021-22 year. On the other hand, most Catholic schools opened in August/September of 2021 and stayed opened throughout the year. My daughter didn't miss a beat of in-person school, while her public school friends languished in their basements behind screens (or not). The Catholic schools even hand to fight back against Montgomery County government, which tried to close all non-public schools to keep public schools enrollment up. It didn't work thanks to Governor Larry Hogan, who squashed that attempt.

Typo, it was August 2020, but you're absolutely correct.

Other PP are right though, that the Diocese of Arlington allows its schools to do more half days than other areas of the country but each parish sets their own schedule, within the general limits allowed by the Diocese. If you compare the Alexandria school in question to other maybe a bit less wealthy parishes, you'd see a calendar and after care resources that are more supportive of dual working families. Ex: St. Ambrose in Annandale doesn't have any half days at all, and while they have 2pm dismissals every Wednesday, their Extended Day is open for it. This is one area where the choice of parish really makes a difference.

It’s a shame that the Alexandria parish is like that. Good to know, though, that it’s not a nationwide — or even a DMV-wide — thing.

It’s rather just one snobby school who assumes that most of its families always have one parent barefoot and pregnant baking cookies all day, on standby to sit in carpool for 45 minutes at 1130 on any given weekday. Gross.

Some people could be really trying to play victim here. The school that seems to be under criticism has had job listing for extended day people since summer. So, I have to presume they are just understaffed. Get a grip.

SO tired of the whining about staffing shortages and not having enough money and the incessant “fundraising campaigns.” Just raise the damn tuition/fees to whatever level is needed to properly operate and let the market adjust accordingly. Enough gimmicks.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I think OP’s point (which the replies have only proven) is that the grass is NOT greener at Catholic schools compared to public schools. If anyone thinks that DMV-area Catholic k-8 schools are going to provide a better, more pro-family, more supportive environment compared to public schools, they are SORELY mistaken.

Same BS, same wasted days, same admin trying to maximize days off and gaming the system, etc. They just go to mass and religion class more - up to you if that’s worth $15,000 per year when you can go to CCD for free.

People really have short memories around here. But I remember very clearly when public schools in this area closed in March 2020, and remained closed for the entire 2021-22 year. On the other hand, most Catholic schools opened in August/September of 2021 and stayed opened throughout the year. My daughter didn't miss a beat of in-person school, while her public school friends languished in their basements behind screens (or not). The Catholic schools even hand to fight back against Montgomery County government, which tried to close all non-public schools to keep public schools enrollment up. It didn't work thanks to Governor Larry Hogan, who squashed that attempt.

Typo, it was August 2020, but you're absolutely correct.

Other PP are right though, that the Diocese of Arlington allows its schools to do more half days than other areas of the country but each parish sets their own schedule, within the general limits allowed by the Diocese. If you compare the Alexandria school in question to other maybe a bit less wealthy parishes, you'd see a calendar and after care resources that are more supportive of dual working families. Ex: St. Ambrose in Annandale doesn't have any half days at all, and while they have 2pm dismissals every Wednesday, their Extended Day is open for it. This is one area where the choice of parish really makes a difference.

It’s a shame that the Alexandria parish is like that. Good to know, though, that it’s not a nationwide — or even a DMV-wide — thing.

It’s rather just one snobby school who assumes that most of its families always have one parent barefoot and pregnant baking cookies all day, on standby to sit in carpool for 45 minutes at 1130 on any given weekday. Gross.

Your description of parents who choose to stay at home is rude.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I think OP’s point (which the replies have only proven) is that the grass is NOT greener at Catholic schools compared to public schools. If anyone thinks that DMV-area Catholic k-8 schools are going to provide a better, more pro-family, more supportive environment compared to public schools, they are SORELY mistaken.

Same BS, same wasted days, same admin trying to maximize days off and gaming the system, etc. They just go to mass and religion class more - up to you if that’s worth $15,000 per year when you can go to CCD for free.

Eh speak for yourself. School calendars are pretty much the same. But it' the everything else in between that matters the most. Public schools are a wasteland of glorified babysitting. Parents have to do all the teaching after school since nothing happens during the day.

Nonsense. At least public schools are held accountable via testing and accreditation.

That exists in private schools too.

[Anonymous]

When does the st Mary’s directory come out? It’s only November.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:People using “public school” as an insult? Is that also well-taught in Catholic schools?

Not to mention the PP using mental illness as an insult.

What is going on at your schools?

Public school is not used as an insult. It's a clarifying question about the background of someone who claims public schools are superior in education, while displaying a very poor grasp of basic grammar. Is that person a product of such a superior school or not? If you don't want your own background questioned, don't be such a pompous ass.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:People using “public school” as an insult? Is that also well-taught in Catholic schools?

Not to mention the PP using mental illness as an insult.

What is going on at your schools?

Public school is not used as an insult. It's a clarifying question about the background of someone who claims public schools are superior in education, while displaying a very poor grasp of basic grammar. Is that person a product of such a superior school or not? If you don't want your own background questioned, don't be such a pompous ass.

Glad to see that you've added another insult to your repertoire. "Sycophant" was getting old.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:People using “public school” as an insult? Is that also well-taught in Catholic schools?

Not to mention the PP using mental illness as an insult.

What is going on at your schools?

Public school is not used as an insult. It's a clarifying question about the background of someone who claims public schools are superior in education, while displaying a very poor grasp of basic grammar. Is that person a product of such a superior school or not? If you don't want your own background questioned, don't be such a pompous ass.

Glad to see that you've added another insult to your repertoire. "Sycophant" was getting old.

NP. You’re getting to be as annoying as the St Mary’s troll. The two of you are like bickering children.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:People using “public school” as an insult? Is that also well-taught in Catholic schools?

Not to mention the PP using mental illness as an insult.

What is going on at your schools?

Public school is not used as an insult. It's a clarifying question about the background of someone who claims public schools are superior in education, while displaying a very poor grasp of basic grammar. Is that person a product of such a superior school or not? If you don't want your own background questioned, don't be such a pompous ass.

Sorry. Not the pompous ass poster. Just a private school parent (and former private school student) so tired of the smug attitude of some private school parents who think public school is so far beneath them.

Would you now like to defend the PP who used mental illness as an insult?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:People using “public school” as an insult? Is that also well-taught in Catholic schools?

Not to mention the PP using mental illness as an insult.

What is going on at your schools?

Public school is not used as an insult. It's a clarifying question about the background of someone who claims public schools are superior in education, while displaying a very poor grasp of basic grammar. Is that person a product of such a superior school or not? If you don't want your own background questioned, don't be such a pompous ass.

Glad to see that you've added another insult to your repertoire. "Sycophant" was getting old.

NP. You’re getting to be as annoying as the St Mary’s troll. The two of you are like bickering children.

And you are right down there with them.

[Anonymous]

What does pro-family even mean? I have kids in Catholic school, but I’ve never heard it described that way. Schools - Catholic, independent private, public - have a ton of half days and days off. Arlington Public Schools gives days off for almost every religious holiday now, and will even change the day a few weeks out. I also think it’s annoying and makes it hard for parents, but it’s not some knock against a Catholic schools.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:People using “public school” as an insult? Is that also well-taught in Catholic schools?

Not to mention the PP using mental illness as an insult.

What is going on at your schools?

Public school is not used as an insult. It's a clarifying question about the background of someone who claims public schools are superior in education, while displaying a very poor grasp of basic grammar. Is that person a product of such a superior school or not? If you don't want your own background questioned, don't be such a pompous ass.

Sorry. Not the pompous ass poster. Just a private school parent (and former private school student) so tired of the smug attitude of some private school parents who think public school is so far beneath them.

Would you now like to defend the PP who used mental illness as an insult?

Is unhinged a mental disorder? Should we just call the trolls sinners?