Seeking advice on schools for PreK-er and 1st grader - Relocation from Atlanta

[Anonymous]

I'm relocating from Atlanta over the holiday break and need advice on great schools for my kids. I have a 1st grader in the gifted program, and a PreK-er. Any advice on great schools in DC MD or VA, would be greatly appreciated.

[Anonymous]

Tell me a little about your family, your priorities, etc . . . People define great schools differently -- for me diversity, educational equity (not huge discrepancies between subgroups), a school culture that values problem solving, and arts instruction are key. Other people value test scores, or great college outplacements Some people want depth of curriculum, others want acceleration so their kids can take algebra in 6th grade.

Also how do you feel about putting your little one in private preschool for the remainder of this year, and then moving him (her?) to public Kindergarten? Good public Prek can be hard to find midyear in this area.

[Anonymous]

Oh, and one more thing, WELCOME to the area!