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[quote=Anonymous]Another [i]generally[/i] happy Breakthrough parent here. We plan to stay at the school next year, which indicates our optimism that it will work kinks out.

To the Q re diversity -- yes, seemingly racially/ethnically diverse. In addition any countries of origin are represented and military families as well.

I don't have a kid with special needs (at least no needs that we know of yet) but the special ed coordinator is a deeply engaged professional and regular presence around the school's five regular day and two extended day classrooms. The child in my kid's classroom who seems to need the most support seems to be getting it, and that child (and overall classroom) seems to be flourishing as a result.

However, economic demographics appear to be relatively homogenous, above a certain baseline of livable income. (Obviously, this still allows for tremendous variation). This might be a selling point for some families; it's a discomfort for mine.

FWIW I think Breakthrough's four biggest miscalculations have been (1) underestimating subscription to the promised free extended day (I expect there to be a charge next year); (2) predominantly white leadership (admin and parent leadership) and guides, which poses a real image issue and may disincentive diverse participation; (3) offering a half-day option; (4) underestimating the burden of an offsite recess space on instructional staff, children, and opinionated parents ?[/quote]

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