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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I've had one at each. I think Wheaton is the better (read more collaborative) atmosphere overall, a little less cliiquey (mine never quite got in with the Potomac set at Blair), but there are all sorts at Blair, in and out of magnet. And, I know magnet program is trying to emphasize more creativity and collaboration.  There will be a variety of kids there and ample opportunities for friendships.

I would go with the curriculum that better resonates with your kid, and consider logistics like travel tome and longer day/extra period at Blair (pluses and minuses with this). Go to the open houses, ask questions, talk to current students (programs will put you in touch). Shadowing is good too, if you can set that up.  My Blair kid was deciding between magnet and cap, and shadowing a cap student and chatting with them helped them figure magnet as a better fit. Both great programs.  Congrats![/quote]

How did your child get to shadow a student?  Did you just ask?  Do all the magnet programs allow this (but just don't advertise it)?[/quote]

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