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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We all know it wil happen!  I'll start!

We already know that TJ attracts families from all across the globe and that they move here to attend TJ.

Given that this year is virtual, how about a parent living in another country "rents" an apartment in one of the low-yield regions.  They then "enroll" their child virtually, have them attend classes and then put their child's name in the hat to see what happens? MANY children are logging into FCPS classes from outside of the area, so this is not a new thing.  If they are worried about getting caught, they can always just use a VPN.

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I thought that because of the lottery TJ will be the most undesirable school in Fairfax County?  Why would anyone do this for a subpar school?  Also, if people from across the globe are coming here under the current system just for TJ and displacing kids whose families actually live here and have an interest in STEM, maybe the new system will fix that?  It's funny that you acknowledge that it happens under the current system but don't want to change it, but are so concerned about it under the new system  :lol: [/quote]

I think it will still be challenging for another 2-3 yrs. Over the years, though, the demand will go down because it won't be a challenging place to learn,  at least challenging enough to go through the hoops and commute required to go there. It's so sad.[/quote]

I think the level could theoretically continue.  The school right now is PACKED with kids that have been test prepped within an inch of their lives.  Being able to answer the Quant Q is not a good predictor of success.  There are plenty within TJ right now that are dismayed at the quality of the actual students that show up.  [/quote]

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