Langley Academic Rigor

[Anonymous]

We are leaving Langley 1. because of behavior of some of the boys in DC's class are very poorly behaved and the school has not handled it well. 2. Would prefer a more rigorous math program for our child. That said, the school has a lovely community and there are many happy families there. My child considers friends at Langley lifelong friends and plans to stay in touch.

There are several families I know who applied out this year. I don't know how many got the choice they were seeking.

At the end of the day, there are lots of great schools in this area and if one doesn't suit you, there are other choices. I think the admin team understands that. And just because we don't see eye to eye on the issues above, doesn't mean that it isn't the right school for others.

[Anonymous]

12:41 -- in what grade are the behavior problems? Is it bullying? Or disruptive behavior in class that prohibits the other kids from learning?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:We are leaving Langley 1. because of behavior of some of the boys in DC's class are very poorly behaved and the school has not handled it well. 2. Would prefer a more rigorous math program for our child. That said, the school has a lovely community and there are many happy families there. My child considers friends at Langley lifelong friends and plans to stay in touch.

There are several families I know who applied out this year. I don't know how many got the choice they were seeking.

At the end of the day, there are lots of great schools in this area and if one doesn't suit you, there are other choices. I think the admin team understands that. And just because we don't see eye to eye on the issues above, doesn't mean that it isn't the right school for others.

I fully agree.
And we're leaving because many of our requests fall on deaf ears. We're not complainers, but feel that our children's education could be better. I believe there are other schools that offer a better education

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:12:41 -- in what grade are the behavior problems? Is it bullying? Or disruptive behavior in class that prohibits the other kids from learning?

Poor behavior from 1st though 5th ive witnessed.
Ridiculous distraction. Impatient. Kids pacing. Taking more of the teachers time.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:is it true that there was a significant exodus this year from the current 3rd grade?

I'm familiar with the 3rd grade at Langley and I know of no "mass exodus", just a few kids leaving and several new coming in. There are always kids who leave for same sex schools or Potomac, and new kids come in. The new additions are welcome as it enables the current students to develop new friendships.

Is the spin machine at full speed or what at Langley?

Yes kids come and go but it is much more than business as usual.

I'm a parent in another grade who has a close friend with a third grader. What about welcoming new kids is spin? We haven't had many kids leave but my son is in the primary school.

Because this language "The new additions are welcome as it enables the current students to develop new friendships" sounds like a poor justification for the losses that the school is suffering in the lower grades, pure and simple. Next Hillary will release a statement, saying she welcomes a full and thorough impartial investigation by the FBI of her email server so she is vindicated.

Wow, talk about failing to make your point and being a little douchebag in the process.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I've never heard of this school in my life. Why is it always on this message board?

It's the Norwood equivalent in NVA. If you haven't investigated or been interested in K-8 you wouldn't have heard of it.

But anybody looking specifically at K-8 (schools like St. Pats, Congressional) knows it--in particular if they are living in VA. It's a top K-8 in the region.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:12:41 -- in what grade are the behavior problems? Is it bullying? Or disruptive behavior in class that prohibits the other kids from learning?

Poor behavior from 1st though 5th ive witnessed.
Ridiculous distraction. Impatient. Kids pacing. Taking more of the teachers time.

The behavior is especially out of control at specials.... Library, science, music, art....

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Anonymous wrote:12:41 -- in what grade are the behavior problems? Is it bullying? Or disruptive behavior in class that prohibits the other kids from learning?

Poor behavior from 1st though 5th ive witnessed.
Ridiculous distraction. Impatient. Kids pacing. Taking more of the teachers time.

The behavior is especially out of control at specials.... Library, science, music, art....

+1, add assemblies

[Anonymous]

My son had a great experience at Langley -- he got into TJ but chose to go to Sidwell for a more diverse, well-rounded experience. Sidwell was incredibly rigorous academically, and he was well prepared for success in the most advanced level classes. Now he's graduating from a top university and en route to medical school. His teachers at Langley supported his academic strengths but, perhaps equally important, helped him grow personally. At the ages he attended (grades 5-8), I think there are a lot of factors that are equally, if not more important than academic rigor in making a school selection.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:My son had a great experience at Langley -- he got into TJ but chose to go to Sidwell for a more diverse, well-rounded experience. Sidwell was incredibly rigorous academically, and he was well prepared for success in the most advanced level classes. Now he's graduating from a top university and en route to medical school. His teachers at Langley supported his academic strengths but, perhaps equally important, helped him grow personally. At the ages he attended (grades 5-8), I think there are a lot of factors that are equally, if not more important than academic rigor in making a school selection.

I bet you are an awesome parent and I mean that whole heartedly. I wish more Langkey kids were like yours.

[Anonymous]

As the new Langley family who posted earlier, I'm glad to hear all this (good and bad), although I wish we had heard more before we made our decision. We will keep a close eye on what is happening and be involved parents. Fingers crossed we have a positive experience.

[Anonymous]

We are a Langley family that came from public a couple of years ago. Two kids in lower school. I think many think grass is always greener-I think that the behavior issues were much worse in public with larger classes and kids who just didn't care about others. I have found most of the children in my kids classes at Langley to be polite and good kids. Yes, there are always troublemakers but to think that you'll find less of that at another school is naive. Children are children-they are not all the same and Langley is a place that suits many.

To the poster sending your DC to Langley-welcome. I think you'll be pleased and find it a great environment for your kid. School is a place for your child to flourish and learn-not just a bumper sticker and an ego boost for the parent.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:We are a Langley family that came from public a couple of years ago. Two kids in lower school. I think many think grass is always greener-I think that the behavior issues were much worse in public with larger classes and kids who just didn't care about others. I have found most of the children in my kids classes at Langley to be polite and good kids. Yes, there are always troublemakers but to think that you'll find less of that at another school is naive. Children are children-they are not all the same and Langley is a place that suits many.

To the poster sending your DC to Langley-welcome. I think you'll be pleased and find it a great environment for your kid. School is a place for your child to flourish and learn-not just a bumper sticker and an ego boost for the parent.

With all due respect, this is just not true. I know you are putting the best spin on Langley because you have kids there, but please do not give misleading information.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:We are a Langley family that came from public a couple of years ago. Two kids in lower school. I think many think grass is always greener-I think that the behavior issues were much worse in public with larger classes and kids who just didn't care about others. I have found most of the children in my kids classes at Langley to be polite and good kids. Yes, there are always troublemakers but to think that you'll find less of that at another school is naive. Children are children-they are not all the same and Langley is a place that suits many.

To the poster sending your DC to Langley-welcome. I think you'll be pleased and find it a great environment for your kid. School is a place for your child to flourish and learn-not just a bumper sticker and an ego boost for the parent.

With all due respect, this is just not true. I know you are putting the best spin on Langley because you have kids there, but please do not give misleading information.

As a Langley parent I agree!!

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Anonymous wrote:12:41 -- in what grade are the behavior problems? Is it bullying? Or disruptive behavior in class that prohibits the other kids from learning?

Poor behavior from 1st though 5th ive witnessed.
Ridiculous distraction. Impatient. Kids pacing. Taking more of the teachers time.

The behavior is especially out of control at specials.... Library, science, music, art....

+1, add assemblies

+1 field trips!