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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I am considering a move from DC to PG. I have 3 kids, one who will be in middle school in two years and two who are really just beginning their elementary school journeys. We have them in a highly sought after DC charter today (which we love on one hand bc of language immersion and are just "meh" about it on the other because aside from the language component, we just are not sure that it stimulates our kids academically (DC does not allow for pullouts or TAG programs.

I am considering a move from DC to the burbs a) for safety and b) for more space with a lower cost of living. I absolutely do my want to sacrifice what I think are very good programs in the later years such as Banneker and Walls if it's not really worth it, but some parents seem to love their PG schools. Right now elementary and middle are my most pressing concerns. My kids would be adjusting to a lot - potentially no immersion, a much bigger environment and, from what I can tell, significantly less diversity. I am looking for feedback to include: 1) best areas within PG to look 2) what diversity looks like in these areas and 3) how people manage a commute plus picking kids up from school, extracurriculars, etc. at these schools.

Any thoughts or opinions would be appreciated![/quote]

I moved my kid from a DC private to an independent school in Bowie. We moved from the Capitol Hill area where we wasted a ton of cash living in an overpriced flat. Wasn't worth the cash we blew just to stay in the city.  So here's my take on your concerns: Best areas- Upper Marlboro (Oak Creek or Beechtree), Bowie, College/University Park (for public elementary and middle, but then you'd need to go private for high school). Diversity- Bowie and Laurel areas are most diverse areas.  Commute- Is private school an option? You'd have the aftercare option until 6pm.  Some parents share carpooling responsibilities. I have my husband, mother and brother to assist with pick-ups, so if you have family or close friends in the area it helps.  Overall, I really like living in Prince Georges County. We have a much larger home for a much better price.  I like the safety of our community. [/quote]

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