Western High School Boundary Map options (A/B/C/D)

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Anonymous wrote:There were not opt-out options for 9th and 10th grade students for South County or Westfield HS when they opened.
It is telling that these options are available this time around.

Maybe it’s telling because it’s been 20 years and people come up with different things.

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Anonymous wrote:If you feel differently then the Mom’s you are so upset with then you need to raise your own voice. The idea that you are only sending emails and posting on a board like this because you are worried about social ramifications for your kids is crazy. So what if your kid doesn’t hang out with their kid? You are prioritizing your kids social life for a year or two over what you think is important for their educational future? And your response is to TYPE IN ALL CAPS about how awful the parents are.

If it is that important to you, then say something. If you are going to prioritize the social element, then be prepared to not get what you want in terms of schools. And please stop shouting at us because you are making an active choice to prioritize socialization and not the school option.

DP but I know the people involved. I think it’s more than just social ramifications for the kids — it’s the whole family. Some people are very strongly against the possibility of having their kids attend this new school and are outright angry at anyone nearby trying to advocate to go there because they see it as a threat to what they want. That is unpleasant when you still have to go to school events, sports, scouts, etc with these people. It stinks because some of them (not the ringleaders — they aren’t nice in any setting — but some others) are otherwise nice people easy to get along with. This is really bringing out some craziness. At this point I figure most people staying quiet are fine with the new school but don’t want to incur the wrath of those who are really fired up about it.

Ignore them or tell them you disagree with them about the school but don’t want to discuss it with them. If they are that irrational about it, then separate yourself from them.

I fall into the passionate crowd but know my friends are in different places. I try not to talk about it any more and try to remember to shift the topic outside of sharing information. Like I posted the video showed at Carson for a group I am in and left it at that. We can opt-in or not, so people can make a choice that fits them. In the future, kids should be able to pupil place for the special programs.

That probably doesn’t help families with kids in ES who feel like they might not end up where they want but as long as FCPS allows for pupil placing, there is probably a way to move to a closer school or a school that you desire.

My kids are in late ES and I am concerned that by the time they’re going to high school there won’t be a way to opt in without being interested in whatever special program. Mine are unlikely to be interested in aviation. So we will be stuck with a long commute because people whose older kids had the option not to go there fought against us being in boundary.

Have you contacted your School Board member?

I’m indifferent with the outcome as I think Oakton and WHS will both be great schools but I keep seeing this “older kid” thing which I’m sure are true for those around you. But all of those I have spoken to in my non-Franklin Farm neighborhood want to stay zoned to Oakton including a few with very young kids. I think the desire to stay at Oakton is strong and separate from the Rooted in Oakton movement…it’s individual people like yourself sending emails, etc. I hope you and those with a similar desire to go to WHS are advocating with the board and not just here where no one will see. Most people regardless of high school like their current high school, which is why FCPS will need to make tough decisions but I’m sure their perception right now is this area wants to stay zoned to Oakton, which for better or for worse I think is accurate…I didn’t say “need” to preempt the next chain of responses about bus rides, new construction by Oakton, etc.

DP. Agree. I think a lot of younger families are also more recent buyers in the area. They sought out houses zoned to Oakton for a reason. They wanted their kids to go to Oakton and still do.

Then why did they buy homes with 4 other high schools closer to them than Oakton?

You frequently assert on these discussion boards that anyone who buys a home where they can’t hear the principal fart should expect to be reboundaried. Not sure it’s quite the banger of a talking point that you think it is.

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If a person is buying a house because they want their child to go to a particular high school, it makes sense to try and buy a house close to that high school so that there is less chance of being redistricted out - especially an area that has been a target in past redistricting.

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Anonymous wrote:If you feel differently then the Mom’s you are so upset with then you need to raise your own voice. The idea that you are only sending emails and posting on a board like this because you are worried about social ramifications for your kids is crazy. So what if your kid doesn’t hang out with their kid? You are prioritizing your kids social life for a year or two over what you think is important for their educational future? And your response is to TYPE IN ALL CAPS about how awful the parents are.

If it is that important to you, then say something. If you are going to prioritize the social element, then be prepared to not get what you want in terms of schools. And please stop shouting at us because you are making an active choice to prioritize socialization and not the school option.

DP but I know the people involved. I think it’s more than just social ramifications for the kids — it’s the whole family. Some people are very strongly against the possibility of having their kids attend this new school and are outright angry at anyone nearby trying to advocate to go there because they see it as a threat to what they want. That is unpleasant when you still have to go to school events, sports, scouts, etc with these people. It stinks because some of them (not the ringleaders — they aren’t nice in any setting — but some others) are otherwise nice people easy to get along with. This is really bringing out some craziness. At this point I figure most people staying quiet are fine with the new school but don’t want to incur the wrath of those who are really fired up about it.

Ignore them or tell them you disagree with them about the school but don’t want to discuss it with them. If they are that irrational about it, then separate yourself from them.

I fall into the passionate crowd but know my friends are in different places. I try not to talk about it any more and try to remember to shift the topic outside of sharing information. Like I posted the video showed at Carson for a group I am in and left it at that. We can opt-in or not, so people can make a choice that fits them. In the future, kids should be able to pupil place for the special programs.

That probably doesn’t help families with kids in ES who feel like they might not end up where they want but as long as FCPS allows for pupil placing, there is probably a way to move to a closer school or a school that you desire.

My kids are in late ES and I am concerned that by the time they’re going to high school there won’t be a way to opt in without being interested in whatever special program. Mine are unlikely to be interested in aviation. So we will be stuck with a long commute because people whose older kids had the option not to go there fought against us being in boundary.

Have you contacted your School Board member?

I’m indifferent with the outcome as I think Oakton and WHS will both be great schools but I keep seeing this “older kid” thing which I’m sure are true for those around you. But all of those I have spoken to in my non-Franklin Farm neighborhood want to stay zoned to Oakton including a few with very young kids. I think the desire to stay at Oakton is strong and separate from the Rooted in Oakton movement…it’s individual people like yourself sending emails, etc. I hope you and those with a similar desire to go to WHS are advocating with the board and not just here where no one will see. Most people regardless of high school like their current high school, which is why FCPS will need to make tough decisions but I’m sure their perception right now is this area wants to stay zoned to Oakton, which for better or for worse I think is accurate…I didn’t say “need” to preempt the next chain of responses about bus rides, new construction by Oakton, etc.

DP. Agree. I think a lot of younger families are also more recent buyers in the area. They sought out houses zoned to Oakton for a reason. They wanted their kids to go to Oakton and still do.

Then why did they buy homes with 4 other high schools closer to them than Oakton?

You frequently assert on these discussion boards that anyone who buys a home where they can’t hear the principal fart should expect to be reboundaried. Not sure it’s quite the banger of a talking point that you think it is.

dp
If a person is buying a house because they want their child to go to a particular high school, it makes sense to try and buy a house close to that high school so that there is less chance of being redistricted out - especially an area that has been a target in past redistricting.

It’s subjective and even under the most generous approach to your nonsense, 95% of the county would be under threat of boundary changes.

You’re extremely out of touch with the sentiment of most county residents, sorry.

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Anonymous wrote:If you feel differently then the Mom’s you are so upset with then you need to raise your own voice. The idea that you are only sending emails and posting on a board like this because you are worried about social ramifications for your kids is crazy. So what if your kid doesn’t hang out with their kid? You are prioritizing your kids social life for a year or two over what you think is important for their educational future? And your response is to TYPE IN ALL CAPS about how awful the parents are.

If it is that important to you, then say something. If you are going to prioritize the social element, then be prepared to not get what you want in terms of schools. And please stop shouting at us because you are making an active choice to prioritize socialization and not the school option.

DP but I know the people involved. I think it’s more than just social ramifications for the kids — it’s the whole family. Some people are very strongly against the possibility of having their kids attend this new school and are outright angry at anyone nearby trying to advocate to go there because they see it as a threat to what they want. That is unpleasant when you still have to go to school events, sports, scouts, etc with these people. It stinks because some of them (not the ringleaders — they aren’t nice in any setting — but some others) are otherwise nice people easy to get along with. This is really bringing out some craziness. At this point I figure most people staying quiet are fine with the new school but don’t want to incur the wrath of those who are really fired up about it.

Ignore them or tell them you disagree with them about the school but don’t want to discuss it with them. If they are that irrational about it, then separate yourself from them.

I fall into the passionate crowd but know my friends are in different places. I try not to talk about it any more and try to remember to shift the topic outside of sharing information. Like I posted the video showed at Carson for a group I am in and left it at that. We can opt-in or not, so people can make a choice that fits them. In the future, kids should be able to pupil place for the special programs.

That probably doesn’t help families with kids in ES who feel like they might not end up where they want but as long as FCPS allows for pupil placing, there is probably a way to move to a closer school or a school that you desire.

My kids are in late ES and I am concerned that by the time they’re going to high school there won’t be a way to opt in without being interested in whatever special program. Mine are unlikely to be interested in aviation. So we will be stuck with a long commute because people whose older kids had the option not to go there fought against us being in boundary.

Have you contacted your School Board member?

I’m indifferent with the outcome as I think Oakton and WHS will both be great schools but I keep seeing this “older kid” thing which I’m sure are true for those around you. But all of those I have spoken to in my non-Franklin Farm neighborhood want to stay zoned to Oakton including a few with very young kids. I think the desire to stay at Oakton is strong and separate from the Rooted in Oakton movement…it’s individual people like yourself sending emails, etc. I hope you and those with a similar desire to go to WHS are advocating with the board and not just here where no one will see. Most people regardless of high school like their current high school, which is why FCPS will need to make tough decisions but I’m sure their perception right now is this area wants to stay zoned to Oakton, which for better or for worse I think is accurate…I didn’t say “need” to preempt the next chain of responses about bus rides, new construction by Oakton, etc.

DP. Agree. I think a lot of younger families are also more recent buyers in the area. They sought out houses zoned to Oakton for a reason. They wanted their kids to go to Oakton and still do.

Then why did they buy homes with 4 other high schools closer to them than Oakton?

You frequently assert on these discussion boards that anyone who buys a home where they can’t hear the principal fart should expect to be reboundaried. Not sure it’s quite the banger of a talking point that you think it is.

dp
If a person is buying a house because they want their child to go to a particular high school, it makes sense to try and buy a house close to that high school so that there is less chance of being redistricted out - especially an area that has been a target in past redistricting.

It’s subjective and even under the most generous approach to your nonsense, 95% of the county would be under threat of boundary changes.

You’re extremely out of touch with the sentiment of most county residents, sorry.

Yes. PP needs to define "close." You'd be surprised at the people who live extremely "close" yet are sent to a faraway school. Gee. There are some that live two miles from a high school or less--and yet go 12 miles away.

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The BRAC documents show 2% of the county is in a position to be moved with the current boundary process. It is not effecting most people. The folks in the area of the new school are obviously going to be impacted. The Crossfield people who want to stay at Oakton are in that region and had no real idea that the a new school was going to be purchased and occupied when they bought.

This process has made it clear that some folks want to move, some folks don’t. That shouldn’t be a surprise to any one. There are people who want to stay at Westfield, SLHS, Oakton, and Chantilly. A lot of people are happy with their HS. the school board cannot make everyone happy and really needs to stop trying and just set the boundaries knowing that they are going to anger some folks and make others happy.

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Anonymous wrote:If you feel differently then the Mom’s you are so upset with then you need to raise your own voice. The idea that you are only sending emails and posting on a board like this because you are worried about social ramifications for your kids is crazy. So what if your kid doesn’t hang out with their kid? You are prioritizing your kids social life for a year or two over what you think is important for their educational future? And your response is to TYPE IN ALL CAPS about how awful the parents are.

If it is that important to you, then say something. If you are going to prioritize the social element, then be prepared to not get what you want in terms of schools. And please stop shouting at us because you are making an active choice to prioritize socialization and not the school option.

DP but I know the people involved. I think it’s more than just social ramifications for the kids — it’s the whole family. Some people are very strongly against the possibility of having their kids attend this new school and are outright angry at anyone nearby trying to advocate to go there because they see it as a threat to what they want. That is unpleasant when you still have to go to school events, sports, scouts, etc with these people. It stinks because some of them (not the ringleaders — they aren’t nice in any setting — but some others) are otherwise nice people easy to get along with. This is really bringing out some craziness. At this point I figure most people staying quiet are fine with the new school but don’t want to incur the wrath of those who are really fired up about it.

Ignore them or tell them you disagree with them about the school but don’t want to discuss it with them. If they are that irrational about it, then separate yourself from them.

I fall into the passionate crowd but know my friends are in different places. I try not to talk about it any more and try to remember to shift the topic outside of sharing information. Like I posted the video showed at Carson for a group I am in and left it at that. We can opt-in or not, so people can make a choice that fits them. In the future, kids should be able to pupil place for the special programs.

That probably doesn’t help families with kids in ES who feel like they might not end up where they want but as long as FCPS allows for pupil placing, there is probably a way to move to a closer school or a school that you desire.

My kids are in late ES and I am concerned that by the time they’re going to high school there won’t be a way to opt in without being interested in whatever special program. Mine are unlikely to be interested in aviation. So we will be stuck with a long commute because people whose older kids had the option not to go there fought against us being in boundary.

Have you contacted your School Board member?

I’m indifferent with the outcome as I think Oakton and WHS will both be great schools but I keep seeing this “older kid” thing which I’m sure are true for those around you. But all of those I have spoken to in my non-Franklin Farm neighborhood want to stay zoned to Oakton including a few with very young kids. I think the desire to stay at Oakton is strong and separate from the Rooted in Oakton movement…it’s individual people like yourself sending emails, etc. I hope you and those with a similar desire to go to WHS are advocating with the board and not just here where no one will see. Most people regardless of high school like their current high school, which is why FCPS will need to make tough decisions but I’m sure their perception right now is this area wants to stay zoned to Oakton, which for better or for worse I think is accurate…I didn’t say “need” to preempt the next chain of responses about bus rides, new construction by Oakton, etc.

DP. Agree. I think a lot of younger families are also more recent buyers in the area. They sought out houses zoned to Oakton for a reason. They wanted their kids to go to Oakton and still do.

Then why did they buy homes with 4 other high schools closer to them than Oakton?

You frequently assert on these discussion boards that anyone who buys a home where they can’t hear the principal fart should expect to be reboundaried. Not sure it’s quite the banger of a talking point that you think it is.

dp
If a person is buying a house because they want their child to go to a particular high school, it makes sense to try and buy a house close to that high school so that there is less chance of being redistricted out - especially an area that has been a target in past redistricting.

It’s subjective and even under the most generous approach to your nonsense, 95% of the county would be under threat of boundary changes.

You’re extremely out of touch with the sentiment of most county residents, sorry.

It's not rocket science to reason that the further distance away you are from a particular school, the higher the chance that you home might not always be zoned for that school. Infill alone may be enough to push you out in the 10+ years between buying a house and sending kids to high school. Add on the fact that they've been talking about building a new Western HS for over a decade and it's pretty much your own fault if you didn't account for the possibility of this happening someday.

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Anonymous wrote:If you feel differently then the Mom’s you are so upset with then you need to raise your own voice. The idea that you are only sending emails and posting on a board like this because you are worried about social ramifications for your kids is crazy. So what if your kid doesn’t hang out with their kid? You are prioritizing your kids social life for a year or two over what you think is important for their educational future? And your response is to TYPE IN ALL CAPS about how awful the parents are.

If it is that important to you, then say something. If you are going to prioritize the social element, then be prepared to not get what you want in terms of schools. And please stop shouting at us because you are making an active choice to prioritize socialization and not the school option.

DP but I know the people involved. I think it’s more than just social ramifications for the kids — it’s the whole family. Some people are very strongly against the possibility of having their kids attend this new school and are outright angry at anyone nearby trying to advocate to go there because they see it as a threat to what they want. That is unpleasant when you still have to go to school events, sports, scouts, etc with these people. It stinks because some of them (not the ringleaders — they aren’t nice in any setting — but some others) are otherwise nice people easy to get along with. This is really bringing out some craziness. At this point I figure most people staying quiet are fine with the new school but don’t want to incur the wrath of those who are really fired up about it.

Ignore them or tell them you disagree with them about the school but don’t want to discuss it with them. If they are that irrational about it, then separate yourself from them.

I fall into the passionate crowd but know my friends are in different places. I try not to talk about it any more and try to remember to shift the topic outside of sharing information. Like I posted the video showed at Carson for a group I am in and left it at that. We can opt-in or not, so people can make a choice that fits them. In the future, kids should be able to pupil place for the special programs.

That probably doesn’t help families with kids in ES who feel like they might not end up where they want but as long as FCPS allows for pupil placing, there is probably a way to move to a closer school or a school that you desire.

My kids are in late ES and I am concerned that by the time they’re going to high school there won’t be a way to opt in without being interested in whatever special program. Mine are unlikely to be interested in aviation. So we will be stuck with a long commute because people whose older kids had the option not to go there fought against us being in boundary.

Have you contacted your School Board member?

I’m indifferent with the outcome as I think Oakton and WHS will both be great schools but I keep seeing this “older kid” thing which I’m sure are true for those around you. But all of those I have spoken to in my non-Franklin Farm neighborhood want to stay zoned to Oakton including a few with very young kids. I think the desire to stay at Oakton is strong and separate from the Rooted in Oakton movement…it’s individual people like yourself sending emails, etc. I hope you and those with a similar desire to go to WHS are advocating with the board and not just here where no one will see. Most people regardless of high school like their current high school, which is why FCPS will need to make tough decisions but I’m sure their perception right now is this area wants to stay zoned to Oakton, which for better or for worse I think is accurate…I didn’t say “need” to preempt the next chain of responses about bus rides, new construction by Oakton, etc.

DP. Agree. I think a lot of younger families are also more recent buyers in the area. They sought out houses zoned to Oakton for a reason. They wanted their kids to go to Oakton and still do.

Then why did they buy homes with 4 other high schools closer to them than Oakton?

You frequently assert on these discussion boards that anyone who buys a home where they can’t hear the principal fart should expect to be reboundaried. Not sure it’s quite the banger of a talking point that you think it is.

dp
If a person is buying a house because they want their child to go to a particular high school, it makes sense to try and buy a house close to that high school so that there is less chance of being redistricted out - especially an area that has been a target in past redistricting.

It’s subjective and even under the most generous approach to your nonsense, 95% of the county would be under threat of boundary changes.

You’re extremely out of touch with the sentiment of most county residents, sorry.

It's not rocket science to reason that the further distance away you are from a particular school, the higher the chance that you home might not always be zoned for that school. Infill alone may be enough to push you out in the 10+ years between buying a house and sending kids to high school. Add on the fact that they've been talking about building a new Western HS for over a decade and it's pretty much your own fault if you didn't account for the possibility of this happening someday.

Gotta love it. Blame the families, right FCPS? They deserve it, right?

So sad that your tight echo chamber is running the school system into the ground.

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Anonymous wrote:If you feel differently then the Mom’s you are so upset with then you need to raise your own voice. The idea that you are only sending emails and posting on a board like this because you are worried about social ramifications for your kids is crazy. So what if your kid doesn’t hang out with their kid? You are prioritizing your kids social life for a year or two over what you think is important for their educational future? And your response is to TYPE IN ALL CAPS about how awful the parents are.

If it is that important to you, then say something. If you are going to prioritize the social element, then be prepared to not get what you want in terms of schools. And please stop shouting at us because you are making an active choice to prioritize socialization and not the school option.

DP but I know the people involved. I think it’s more than just social ramifications for the kids — it’s the whole family. Some people are very strongly against the possibility of having their kids attend this new school and are outright angry at anyone nearby trying to advocate to go there because they see it as a threat to what they want. That is unpleasant when you still have to go to school events, sports, scouts, etc with these people. It stinks because some of them (not the ringleaders — they aren’t nice in any setting — but some others) are otherwise nice people easy to get along with. This is really bringing out some craziness. At this point I figure most people staying quiet are fine with the new school but don’t want to incur the wrath of those who are really fired up about it.

Ignore them or tell them you disagree with them about the school but don’t want to discuss it with them. If they are that irrational about it, then separate yourself from them.

I fall into the passionate crowd but know my friends are in different places. I try not to talk about it any more and try to remember to shift the topic outside of sharing information. Like I posted the video showed at Carson for a group I am in and left it at that. We can opt-in or not, so people can make a choice that fits them. In the future, kids should be able to pupil place for the special programs.

That probably doesn’t help families with kids in ES who feel like they might not end up where they want but as long as FCPS allows for pupil placing, there is probably a way to move to a closer school or a school that you desire.

My kids are in late ES and I am concerned that by the time they’re going to high school there won’t be a way to opt in without being interested in whatever special program. Mine are unlikely to be interested in aviation. So we will be stuck with a long commute because people whose older kids had the option not to go there fought against us being in boundary.

Have you contacted your School Board member?

I’m indifferent with the outcome as I think Oakton and WHS will both be great schools but I keep seeing this “older kid” thing which I’m sure are true for those around you. But all of those I have spoken to in my non-Franklin Farm neighborhood want to stay zoned to Oakton including a few with very young kids. I think the desire to stay at Oakton is strong and separate from the Rooted in Oakton movement…it’s individual people like yourself sending emails, etc. I hope you and those with a similar desire to go to WHS are advocating with the board and not just here where no one will see. Most people regardless of high school like their current high school, which is why FCPS will need to make tough decisions but I’m sure their perception right now is this area wants to stay zoned to Oakton, which for better or for worse I think is accurate…I didn’t say “need” to preempt the next chain of responses about bus rides, new construction by Oakton, etc.

DP. Agree. I think a lot of younger families are also more recent buyers in the area. They sought out houses zoned to Oakton for a reason. They wanted their kids to go to Oakton and still do.

Then why did they buy homes with 4 other high schools closer to them than Oakton?

You frequently assert on these discussion boards that anyone who buys a home where they can’t hear the principal fart should expect to be reboundaried. Not sure it’s quite the banger of a talking point that you think it is.

dp
If a person is buying a house because they want their child to go to a particular high school, it makes sense to try and buy a house close to that high school so that there is less chance of being redistricted out - especially an area that has been a target in past redistricting.

It’s subjective and even under the most generous approach to your nonsense, 95% of the county would be under threat of boundary changes.

You’re extremely out of touch with the sentiment of most county residents, sorry.

It's not rocket science to reason that the further distance away you are from a particular school, the higher the chance that you home might not always be zoned for that school. Infill alone may be enough to push you out in the 10+ years between buying a house and sending kids to high school. Add on the fact that they've been talking about building a new Western HS for over a decade and it's pretty much your own fault if you didn't account for the possibility of this happening someday.

Gotta love it. Blame the families, right FCPS? They deserve it, right?

So sad that your tight echo chamber is running the school system into the ground.

LOL They have to shift boundaries due to over crowding and a new school to help with that over crowding. You bought in an area that is growing and has full schools. Move if you want to be at Oakton and you get redistricted. That is what people did when Fox Mill was moved from Oakton to SLHS 20 or so years ago. Heck, people move to day to go to the HS that they want to attend. You are not the first and you won’t be the last.

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Seems to me that the loudest groups live the most distance away from their school options. But, I think there has only been one group that has been promised they won't be moved.

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Anonymous wrote:If you feel differently then the Mom’s you are so upset with then you need to raise your own voice. The idea that you are only sending emails and posting on a board like this because you are worried about social ramifications for your kids is crazy. So what if your kid doesn’t hang out with their kid? You are prioritizing your kids social life for a year or two over what you think is important for their educational future? And your response is to TYPE IN ALL CAPS about how awful the parents are.

If it is that important to you, then say something. If you are going to prioritize the social element, then be prepared to not get what you want in terms of schools. And please stop shouting at us because you are making an active choice to prioritize socialization and not the school option.

DP but I know the people involved. I think it’s more than just social ramifications for the kids — it’s the whole family. Some people are very strongly against the possibility of having their kids attend this new school and are outright angry at anyone nearby trying to advocate to go there because they see it as a threat to what they want. That is unpleasant when you still have to go to school events, sports, scouts, etc with these people. It stinks because some of them (not the ringleaders — they aren’t nice in any setting — but some others) are otherwise nice people easy to get along with. This is really bringing out some craziness. At this point I figure most people staying quiet are fine with the new school but don’t want to incur the wrath of those who are really fired up about it.

Ignore them or tell them you disagree with them about the school but don’t want to discuss it with them. If they are that irrational about it, then separate yourself from them.

I fall into the passionate crowd but know my friends are in different places. I try not to talk about it any more and try to remember to shift the topic outside of sharing information. Like I posted the video showed at Carson for a group I am in and left it at that. We can opt-in or not, so people can make a choice that fits them. In the future, kids should be able to pupil place for the special programs.

That probably doesn’t help families with kids in ES who feel like they might not end up where they want but as long as FCPS allows for pupil placing, there is probably a way to move to a closer school or a school that you desire.

Except our kids won't get a bus to the school that is literally 2 miles from our house. But yes, it's 100% about social ramifications for kids and parents. I've been shunned by some of these parents before for a completely different reason. It doesn't feel good.

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Anonymous wrote:If you feel differently then the Mom’s you are so upset with then you need to raise your own voice. The idea that you are only sending emails and posting on a board like this because you are worried about social ramifications for your kids is crazy. So what if your kid doesn’t hang out with their kid? You are prioritizing your kids social life for a year or two over what you think is important for their educational future? And your response is to TYPE IN ALL CAPS about how awful the parents are.

If it is that important to you, then say something. If you are going to prioritize the social element, then be prepared to not get what you want in terms of schools. And please stop shouting at us because you are making an active choice to prioritize socialization and not the school option.

DP but I know the people involved. I think it’s more than just social ramifications for the kids — it’s the whole family. Some people are very strongly against the possibility of having their kids attend this new school and are outright angry at anyone nearby trying to advocate to go there because they see it as a threat to what they want. That is unpleasant when you still have to go to school events, sports, scouts, etc with these people. It stinks because some of them (not the ringleaders — they aren’t nice in any setting — but some others) are otherwise nice people easy to get along with. This is really bringing out some craziness. At this point I figure most people staying quiet are fine with the new school but don’t want to incur the wrath of those who are really fired up about it.

Ignore them or tell them you disagree with them about the school but don’t want to discuss it with them. If they are that irrational about it, then separate yourself from them.

I fall into the passionate crowd but know my friends are in different places. I try not to talk about it any more and try to remember to shift the topic outside of sharing information. Like I posted the video showed at Carson for a group I am in and left it at that. We can opt-in or not, so people can make a choice that fits them. In the future, kids should be able to pupil place for the special programs.

That probably doesn’t help families with kids in ES who feel like they might not end up where they want but as long as FCPS allows for pupil placing, there is probably a way to move to a closer school or a school that you desire.

My kids are in late ES and I am concerned that by the time they’re going to high school there won’t be a way to opt in without being interested in whatever special program. Mine are unlikely to be interested in aviation. So we will be stuck with a long commute because people whose older kids had the option not to go there fought against us being in boundary.

Have you contacted your School Board member?

I’m indifferent with the outcome as I think Oakton and WHS will both be great schools but I keep seeing this “older kid” thing which I’m sure are true for those around you. But all of those I have spoken to in my non-Franklin Farm neighborhood want to stay zoned to Oakton including a few with very young kids. I think the desire to stay at Oakton is strong and separate from the Rooted in Oakton movement…it’s individual people like yourself sending emails, etc. I hope you and those with a similar desire to go to WHS are advocating with the board and not just here where no one will see. Most people regardless of high school like their current high school, which is why FCPS will need to make tough decisions but I’m sure their perception right now is this area wants to stay zoned to Oakton, which for better or for worse I think is accurate…I didn’t say “need” to preempt the next chain of responses about bus rides, new construction by Oakton, etc.

I think people are scared about a new school but when you talk to people with younger kids remind them that by the time their kids start high school, it will be a fully functioning high school. This isn't going to take 20 years, it's going to take 2-3 years.

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Anonymous wrote:If you feel differently then the Mom’s you are so upset with then you need to raise your own voice. The idea that you are only sending emails and posting on a board like this because you are worried about social ramifications for your kids is crazy. So what if your kid doesn’t hang out with their kid? You are prioritizing your kids social life for a year or two over what you think is important for their educational future? And your response is to TYPE IN ALL CAPS about how awful the parents are.

If it is that important to you, then say something. If you are going to prioritize the social element, then be prepared to not get what you want in terms of schools. And please stop shouting at us because you are making an active choice to prioritize socialization and not the school option.

DP but I know the people involved. I think it’s more than just social ramifications for the kids — it’s the whole family. Some people are very strongly against the possibility of having their kids attend this new school and are outright angry at anyone nearby trying to advocate to go there because they see it as a threat to what they want. That is unpleasant when you still have to go to school events, sports, scouts, etc with these people. It stinks because some of them (not the ringleaders — they aren’t nice in any setting — but some others) are otherwise nice people easy to get along with. This is really bringing out some craziness. At this point I figure most people staying quiet are fine with the new school but don’t want to incur the wrath of those who are really fired up about it.

Ignore them or tell them you disagree with them about the school but don’t want to discuss it with them. If they are that irrational about it, then separate yourself from them.

I fall into the passionate crowd but know my friends are in different places. I try not to talk about it any more and try to remember to shift the topic outside of sharing information. Like I posted the video showed at Carson for a group I am in and left it at that. We can opt-in or not, so people can make a choice that fits them. In the future, kids should be able to pupil place for the special programs.

That probably doesn’t help families with kids in ES who feel like they might not end up where they want but as long as FCPS allows for pupil placing, there is probably a way to move to a closer school or a school that you desire.

My kids are in late ES and I am concerned that by the time they’re going to high school there won’t be a way to opt in without being interested in whatever special program. Mine are unlikely to be interested in aviation. So we will be stuck with a long commute because people whose older kids had the option not to go there fought against us being in boundary.

Have you contacted your School Board member?

I’m indifferent with the outcome as I think Oakton and WHS will both be great schools but I keep seeing this “older kid” thing which I’m sure are true for those around you. But all of those I have spoken to in my non-Franklin Farm neighborhood want to stay zoned to Oakton including a few with very young kids. I think the desire to stay at Oakton is strong and separate from the Rooted in Oakton movement…it’s individual people like yourself sending emails, etc. I hope you and those with a similar desire to go to WHS are advocating with the board and not just here where no one will see. Most people regardless of high school like their current high school, which is why FCPS will need to make tough decisions but I’m sure their perception right now is this area wants to stay zoned to Oakton, which for better or for worse I think is accurate…I didn’t say “need” to preempt the next chain of responses about bus rides, new construction by Oakton, etc.

DP. Agree. I think a lot of younger families are also more recent buyers in the area. They sought out houses zoned to Oakton for a reason. They wanted their kids to go to Oakton and still do.

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Anonymous wrote:If you feel differently then the Mom’s you are so upset with then you need to raise your own voice. The idea that you are only sending emails and posting on a board like this because you are worried about social ramifications for your kids is crazy. So what if your kid doesn’t hang out with their kid? You are prioritizing your kids social life for a year or two over what you think is important for their educational future? And your response is to TYPE IN ALL CAPS about how awful the parents are.

If it is that important to you, then say something. If you are going to prioritize the social element, then be prepared to not get what you want in terms of schools. And please stop shouting at us because you are making an active choice to prioritize socialization and not the school option.

DP but I know the people involved. I think it’s more than just social ramifications for the kids — it’s the whole family. Some people are very strongly against the possibility of having their kids attend this new school and are outright angry at anyone nearby trying to advocate to go there because they see it as a threat to what they want. That is unpleasant when you still have to go to school events, sports, scouts, etc with these people. It stinks because some of them (not the ringleaders — they aren’t nice in any setting — but some others) are otherwise nice people easy to get along with. This is really bringing out some craziness. At this point I figure most people staying quiet are fine with the new school but don’t want to incur the wrath of those who are really fired up about it.

Ignore them or tell them you disagree with them about the school but don’t want to discuss it with them. If they are that irrational about it, then separate yourself from them.

I fall into the passionate crowd but know my friends are in different places. I try not to talk about it any more and try to remember to shift the topic outside of sharing information. Like I posted the video showed at Carson for a group I am in and left it at that. We can opt-in or not, so people can make a choice that fits them. In the future, kids should be able to pupil place for the special programs.

That probably doesn’t help families with kids in ES who feel like they might not end up where they want but as long as FCPS allows for pupil placing, there is probably a way to move to a closer school or a school that you desire.

My kids are in late ES and I am concerned that by the time they’re going to high school there won’t be a way to opt in without being interested in whatever special program. Mine are unlikely to be interested in aviation. So we will be stuck with a long commute because people whose older kids had the option not to go there fought against us being in boundary.

By the time your kids grow older, you will understand why those older kids parents wants to stay at particular high school and appreciate what they have done for your younger kids.

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Anonymous wrote:If you feel differently then the Mom’s you are so upset with then you need to raise your own voice. The idea that you are only sending emails and posting on a board like this because you are worried about social ramifications for your kids is crazy. So what if your kid doesn’t hang out with their kid? You are prioritizing your kids social life for a year or two over what you think is important for their educational future? And your response is to TYPE IN ALL CAPS about how awful the parents are.

If it is that important to you, then say something. If you are going to prioritize the social element, then be prepared to not get what you want in terms of schools. And please stop shouting at us because you are making an active choice to prioritize socialization and not the school option.

DP but I know the people involved. I think it’s more than just social ramifications for the kids — it’s the whole family. Some people are very strongly against the possibility of having their kids attend this new school and are outright angry at anyone nearby trying to advocate to go there because they see it as a threat to what they want. That is unpleasant when you still have to go to school events, sports, scouts, etc with these people. It stinks because some of them (not the ringleaders — they aren’t nice in any setting — but some others) are otherwise nice people easy to get along with. This is really bringing out some craziness. At this point I figure most people staying quiet are fine with the new school but don’t want to incur the wrath of those who are really fired up about it.

Ignore them or tell them you disagree with them about the school but don’t want to discuss it with them. If they are that irrational about it, then separate yourself from them.

I fall into the passionate crowd but know my friends are in different places. I try not to talk about it any more and try to remember to shift the topic outside of sharing information. Like I posted the video showed at Carson for a group I am in and left it at that. We can opt-in or not, so people can make a choice that fits them. In the future, kids should be able to pupil place for the special programs.

That probably doesn’t help families with kids in ES who feel like they might not end up where they want but as long as FCPS allows for pupil placing, there is probably a way to move to a closer school or a school that you desire.

My kids are in late ES and I am concerned that by the time they’re going to high school there won’t be a way to opt in without being interested in whatever special program. Mine are unlikely to be interested in aviation. So we will be stuck with a long commute because people whose older kids had the option not to go there fought against us being in boundary.

By the time your kids grow older, you will understand why those older kids parents wants to stay at particular high school and appreciate what they have done for your younger kids.

What a joke! You know absolutely nothing about what the new school is going to be like. I've talked to two Oakton teachers that are hoping to work there.

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Anonymous wrote:If you feel differently then the Mom’s you are so upset with then you need to raise your own voice. The idea that you are only sending emails and posting on a board like this because you are worried about social ramifications for your kids is crazy. So what if your kid doesn’t hang out with their kid? You are prioritizing your kids social life for a year or two over what you think is important for their educational future? And your response is to TYPE IN ALL CAPS about how awful the parents are.

If it is that important to you, then say something. If you are going to prioritize the social element, then be prepared to not get what you want in terms of schools. And please stop shouting at us because you are making an active choice to prioritize socialization and not the school option.

DP but I know the people involved. I think it’s more than just social ramifications for the kids — it’s the whole family. Some people are very strongly against the possibility of having their kids attend this new school and are outright angry at anyone nearby trying to advocate to go there because they see it as a threat to what they want. That is unpleasant when you still have to go to school events, sports, scouts, etc with these people. It stinks because some of them (not the ringleaders — they aren’t nice in any setting — but some others) are otherwise nice people easy to get along with. This is really bringing out some craziness. At this point I figure most people staying quiet are fine with the new school but don’t want to incur the wrath of those who are really fired up about it.

Ignore them or tell them you disagree with them about the school but don’t want to discuss it with them. If they are that irrational about it, then separate yourself from them.

I fall into the passionate crowd but know my friends are in different places. I try not to talk about it any more and try to remember to shift the topic outside of sharing information. Like I posted the video showed at Carson for a group I am in and left it at that. We can opt-in or not, so people can make a choice that fits them. In the future, kids should be able to pupil place for the special programs.

That probably doesn’t help families with kids in ES who feel like they might not end up where they want but as long as FCPS allows for pupil placing, there is probably a way to move to a closer school or a school that you desire.

My kids are in late ES and I am concerned that by the time they’re going to high school there won’t be a way to opt in without being interested in whatever special program. Mine are unlikely to be interested in aviation. So we will be stuck with a long commute because people whose older kids had the option not to go there fought against us being in boundary.

Have you contacted your School Board member?

I’m indifferent with the outcome as I think Oakton and WHS will both be great schools but I keep seeing this “older kid” thing which I’m sure are true for those around you. But all of those I have spoken to in my non-Franklin Farm neighborhood want to stay zoned to Oakton including a few with very young kids. I think the desire to stay at Oakton is strong and separate from the Rooted in Oakton movement…it’s individual people like yourself sending emails, etc. I hope you and those with a similar desire to go to WHS are advocating with the board and not just here where no one will see. Most people regardless of high school like their current high school, which is why FCPS will need to make tough decisions but I’m sure their perception right now is this area wants to stay zoned to Oakton, which for better or for worse I think is accurate…I didn’t say “need” to preempt the next chain of responses about bus rides, new construction by Oakton, etc.

DP. Agree. I think a lot of younger families are also more recent buyers in the area. They sought out houses zoned to Oakton for a reason. They wanted their kids to go to Oakton and still do.

Then why did they buy homes with 4 other high schools closer to them than Oakton?

You frequently assert on these discussion boards that anyone who buys a home where they can’t hear the principal fart should expect to be reboundaried. Not sure it’s quite the banger of a talking point that you think it is.

Common sense tells you that buying a home that is closer to four or five high schools other than the one you’re zoned for is a risky move. Why should the school board cater to people who lack common sense?