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[quote=Anonymous]Hi, Templeton parent here. It reflects the transition to being a local and self-sustaining school. They were founded by a rich guy with big ideas, in two locations, and there’s been a planned transition for each of the schools (in Nashville and DC) to become their own nonprofits.
It’s a jump, yes. But — they also rolled out financial tiers. So there’s no mystery about aid, it’s completely transparent. So I like that approach.
They gave parents a very thorough briefing (for those who chose to attend) and a chance for feedback. I went in uneasy and left feeling very good. I feel like their assumptions are conservative, about student body size. Like, it seems responsible.
I feel like they are trying very hard NOT to be stretched as they become their own nonprofit. But also hope they’ll be able to do really minimal increases for next year.
Most importantly - I love this school. I have a 10th grader, he started here in 9th. The teachers are super engaging, he likes most of the work (he just did a huge project in the Crime and Punishment class which is what his humanities class was this semester… very very interesting, very currently-relevant. He was super proud of it) 
And the kids are good kids. Conscientious but like, non-competitive. Because of all the group work and just the culture of the place, people aren’t comparing grades and stuff. 
They just did these really fun (but again, relevant) videos for earth science and helped each other out. 
It’s nice kids, happy kids, teachers who really wanna be there, and a lot of seminar style classes that really get kids engaged. Cool place.
I really think it’s on good footing. I hear your worries… after what happened at Sandy Spring it’s hard not to worry! But from everything I can tell the administration has its head on straight, a good plan, and this whole process is planned.[/quote]

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