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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]APS through 5th, then private. Also had a child who went K-12 at APS.  Biggest differences we saw:

[b]* Much stronger writing instruction -- and in virtually every class (history, science, even math)[/b]
* (Obviously) much smaller classes (average size 12-15) --  means that more introverted students are invited into the conversation every day. They cover a lot of material more quickly, as fewer distractions. Lots of class discussions.
* A real effort to ensure every student is engaged in something outside of coursework. Participation in extra- curriculars is required, and they work with students to ensure they find their passions.

Not a knock on APS -- we were very happy with our older child's education. But as more students are in APS schools, it is simply harder for teachers to meet each child where they are.[/quote]

Complete in agreement with the statement "Much stronger writing instruction -- and in virtually every class (history, science, even math" in private school."

For public schools in Fairfax County, with the exception of TJ, I don't think you will find any better schools than either Mclean or Langley.  Even @Mclean and Langley HS, I am not very impressed with the writing either.

[b]By law, every kid has the right to attend public schools.  I can say from experience that about half of the kids at public schools are  unteachable.  They are there because it is required by the law.
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In private schools, it is by invitation only.  Unless your family is the school big donor, the school will not tolerate bad behaviors, laziness and class disruption.  For 40+k/year in tuition, the parents have skins in the game to push the kid to succeed.

I wish I could have attended private schools to improve my writing skills.

I was a product of Annandale HS in FCPS :-(.  No need to further.[/quote]

I have read a lot of horrific classist racist bullshit on this board but that might the very worst. You should be ashamed.[/quote]

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