Fusion Academy- not what we expected

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Has anyone’s kid transitioned successfully back to public school or smaller private schools after a year at Fusion ? I had to pull my kid out of public middle school due to continuing restrictions / suspensions due to his outbursts related to anxiety which was impacting his self esteem, he is academically advanced though.

We are hoping he will grow and mature and we can find a smaller private school or public school with more supports to transition him back.

Depending on where you are located , you should talk to The Sycamore School in Rosslyn. They specialize in kids with anxiety, ADHD, ASD. In a safer, more supportive environment, the need for those outbursts can disappear. But it's still an academic environment that offers challenges to kids who are up to it.

Also look at Parkmont.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Does Fusion require learning on tech? We want zero technology for our 6th grader. Is it worth considering?

Ask them. It's 1:1 teaching, so they should be able to be flexible. Do you want your student to handwrite essays instead of typing? That might really discourage them from revisions.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Does Fusion require learning on tech? We want zero technology for our 6th grader. Is it worth considering?

Ask them. It's 1:1 teaching, so they should be able to be flexible. Do you want your student to handwrite essays instead of typing? That might really discourage them from revisions.

He’s in fifth grade, so yes I want him handwriting everything. It’s critical for academic development.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Does Fusion require learning on tech? We want zero technology for our 6th grader. Is it worth considering?

Ask them. It's 1:1 teaching, so they should be able to be flexible. Do you want your student to handwrite essays instead of typing? That might really discourage them from revisions.

He’s in fifth grade, so yes I want him handwriting everything. It’s critical for academic development.

NP here. For 5th grade this is a very reasonable request. Especially for a school that caters to kids who need something different from what's offered at public or mainstream privates. Call Fusion and ask.

[Anonymous]

Fusion can be a real hit or miss, depending on the teachers. I pulled my child out after one term. You as a parent really have to be on top of what your child is learning for each subject at Fusion, and make sure it is up to the grade standard. Also if your child is actually retaining the knowledge. Unless you plan to let your child finish high school from Fusion, make sure you use Fusion just for a short term.

[Anonymous]

why not look into homeschooling curriculum. I've heard there are a couple of really good online ones

[Anonymous]

Fusion doesn’t offer fifth grade, so this sounds a little odd

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Fusion doesn’t offer fifth grade, so this sounds a little odd

A fifth grader can go to Fusion for tutoring as part of a home school plan.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I think of it as an expensive, short term, bandaid to a horrendous public school for us. We are relatively new and I am surprised by some of it, especially considering the cost. That being said, since having a child with LDs, I have become a strong supporter of homeschooling too.

Let me guess: MCPS. Frederick is better for LD kids

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Does Fusion require learning on tech? We want zero technology for our 6th grader. Is it worth considering?

Teacher at Fusion here. Tech is not required, but you would have to make your wishes clear when enrolling. An issue for many students is attachment to screens. One of my biggest challenges is encouraging handwriting in my class. I'm proud that some have adjusted and made significant gains. Others, I can see that it does hinder their learning and it was best to pivot strategies.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Does Fusion require learning on tech? We want zero technology for our 6th grader. Is it worth considering?

Teacher at Fusion here. Tech is not required, but you would have to make your wishes clear when enrolling. An issue for many students is attachment to screens. One of my biggest challenges is encouraging handwriting in my class. I'm proud that some have adjusted and made significant gains. Others, I can see that it does hinder their learning and it was best to pivot strategies.

Hi Fusion teacher - Fusion changed my kid's life. Kid went from hating school and wanting to drop out to rekindling love of learning and thriving and going to college and now thriving academically in college. Kid said he learned more at Fusion than the "regular" private he attended prior - it was because of the great conversations he had with his teachers - he ended up with a richer understanding of his subjects.

Anyway, thank you for what you do with kids who often arrive with lots of baggage.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Does Fusion require learning on tech? We want zero technology for our 6th grader. Is it worth considering?

Teacher at Fusion here. Tech is not required, but you would have to make your wishes clear when enrolling. An issue for many students is attachment to screens. One of my biggest challenges is encouraging handwriting in my class. I'm proud that some have adjusted and made significant gains. Others, I can see that it does hinder their learning and it was best to pivot strategies.

Hi Fusion teacher - Fusion changed my kid's life. Kid went from hating school and wanting to drop out to rekindling love of learning and thriving and going to college and now thriving academically in college. Kid said he learned more at Fusion than the "regular" private he attended prior - it was because of the great conversations he had with his teachers - he ended up with a richer understanding of his subjects.

Anyway, thank you for what you do with kids who often arrive with lots of baggage.

+1 My senior went to Fusion for a year and wrote his college essay on the impact of a Fusion teacher. This person really did open a world to him that changed his life. And early acceptances have gone well so far, so it is a solid essay! While I know not all campuses and teachers are created equal, of course, Fusion's personalized learning can really make a huge impact on kids who need it.

[Anonymous]

I cannot afford 1 to 1 tuition, but probably can for the small group. Called Rockville, but they fo nor have small groups.
I wonder if I find another student, can they organize it?