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[quote=Anonymous]I went to HC and commuted from Aspen Hill. I am first generation in the US and worked 2-3 jobs while in school, and still maintained grades, sports and extracurriculars. I was in the minority at the school, but the school really strives to create inclusivity - they even have a dedicated DEI person on staff who is amazing. HC is smaller and has more personalized support than most of the other private school options. The teachers and staff are excellent. The school is very rounded but has strong creative arts, English, and college prep. STEM learning is good but different than AHC, which follows the PLTW STEM curriculum.  the comment that HC is less worldly is highly debatable. I would disagree. The curriculum and school support allows for much worldly exposure, awareness and challenges thought. There are travel abroad and study abroad opportunities, as HC is part of a very diverse network of schools globally. The student diversity at AHC is greater. I preferred HC for the stronger academics. The way students are pushed hard and “weeded out” at some competitive schools (Visitation and SR) is a difference that drives some students to HC. The personalized education supports different learning experiences very well, which emphasis on the whole self approach and mental health. When I was at HC there was not as much individualized support as today, so it seems even stronger now. The academic rigor is there but it’s different. Talk to Meghan Cross in admissions and bring your daughter to meet her too.. the personalized approach starts with her and continues through graduation. Tuition cost is higher at HC but they have some support available. I had financial aid while there. [/quote]

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