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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We knew we were in the area for only two or three years (Foreign Service family), so were willing to spend the money for small class size and more individual attention.  If we lived here long-term, it wouldn't make financial sense for us, but short-term, yeah okay.[/quote]

You will need to return to the US at some point, amiga.  Unless you’re a trailing spouse with family abroad, then you can just send your American spouse back to the US and ride out a separated tour.

You’d be surprised what curveballs get thrown in the way of FS families’ big plans. Your kid might develop unanticipated needs that post can’t handle through the school, local providers, or MED.  Elder care can become an issue.  Promotions or promises might fall through.  Your kid might even *gasp* want to graduate from US public high school, not a boarding school.  Oh, and the diplobrats aren’t getting into selective collages in the numbers they used to.  FS kids are looked at as parental coattailers now.  Colleges see through those Embassy internships.
First-gen is where it’s at for college admissions.

I’m sure you’re prepared for every eventuality, but always remember that there are many variables at play.[/quote]

I am unsure what the point of your weird little essay is.  The question was "Why private not public?", and I answered.  I don't see how any of the possibilities you've outlined would change my family's past choices, and yes, we're well aware that our future plans are not entirely within our control.  Go work on your EER.[/quote]

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