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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Model MacFarland's offerings on those of a highly diverse, and succesful, one in a near suburb.  Take Takoma Park MS in Silver Spring, which has nearly 900 students, with a student body that's pretty much an even split between whites, Latinos and Asians, with strong AA representation.  The student body is around 30% FARMS.  They offer a....

*test-in math/science magnet with a country-wide draw, and a 10% admissions rate out of 5th grade, with preference in admissions given for Takoma Park residents.
*true honors/advanced classes in English, foreign languages and social studies, taught above grade level, for students who meet entrance criteria (students apply to take each honors class; families can appeal rejections to a panel of teachers, parents and admins).
*a full complement of grade-level classes.
*electives like art, wood work and PE where students at various places on the academic spectrum rub shoulders.  
*a full complement of remedial classes.
*one of the best orchestral music programs in the country.
*an in-house TV station students run.
*many sports teams

In short, something for everyone in every subject taught and elective offered.

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I like that idea.  The Silver Spring International Middle School is another potential model. We have a family friend whose DD attended.  They put those kids to WORK and she has had a lot of opportunities open b/c of her experience there.[/quote]

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