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[quote=Anonymous]WIS parent of a middle schooler here. We happen to both be Americans. We like the school but it is not an American school.

Our experience has been that parents are friendly, congenial, and civil. Parents go to events and volunteer here and there. The parents don't rule the school, which we prefer, and students take ownership of events. For example, middle school representatives of student government help plan middle school dances and solicit feedback on Spirit Week and other themed months. House competitions link students across the middle school years.

Kids are supportive of one another's ECs. For example, a lot of middle schoolers go to support students in both the middle and upper school music and theater performances. Soccer is big at the school, with fan buses when the team does well. Same with other sports.

Opportunities for parent socials exist, with mixers, auction, and a few larger, whole school events per year. If you happen to enjoy the arts, additional concerts with professional artists take place at the school. Language groups for parents also exist.

We appreciate how the school tries to center the students' experience but it may not be the right fit for some, which is okay. That is why there are lots of options in the DMV.

Good luck!

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