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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I can't speak to the Stokes experience at all, but I can share I have multiple kids who have gone through ITDS, from pk3 to 8th grade graduate. In general we've had a good experience.  With a small school, sometimes it can be hard for a student to find their friend group or to deal with other kids who are bothering them so I know some families have struggled when their kid is experiencing social issues/bullying. It hasn't been an issue in our family but noting it.  We've had strong social connections with families (easier when you start when your kid is younger), and kids are doing very well academically.  I'm not sure what the PP meant about being overtly progressive, but as a family with multiple, non-dominant identities it's been a safe and welcoming (not just tolerant) place for us on multiple levels. They've expanded the building to be able to use the basement as a learning and enrichment space (with tons of natural light) but sometimes the classrooms or other flex spaces can feel tight. Having the Edgewood field and playground right behind the school offers great space and resources beyond what the school offers directly. The staff cares deeply for the kids. [/quote]

As a family of color, this was not our experience at ITDS, though admittedly we were there some time ago and for not as long as PP. We found that there were definitely some among both the administration and the families who claim to be progressive but are very white-centering.

YMMV, obviously.[/quote]

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