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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Please be kind — to me and to each other – it’s my first time writing here, and I have read some flaming posts.

My DD is a new fifth grader at BASIS. So far, so good; nothing is perfect yet she’s learning a lot. BUT:

1. Already, many of her classmates say they are not planning to stay for high school.

2. The extreme attrition after seventh or eighth grade is clear.

What are the characteristics of students that stay versus leave – is it kids leaving for private school? Is it kids who are less academic and want more breathing room? Is it kids who are more academic and want more specialization? Is it a question of: you leave if you can but you stay if you’re stuck? And is it even worth my asking this question if I can’t afford private school (I can’t)? Thanks in advance![/quote]

In general, there are many more acceptable high schools than middle schools and more people can afford private just for HS. Lots of people head to BASIS in 5th because it’s where they lottery into even though they’re under no illusions it’s the perfect fit. It’s that simple.[/quote]

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