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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]The way some are describing BASIS here makes it sound like... KIPP for math kids. 
Here's how someone described KIPP elsewhere "discipline, structure, rigidity, conformation. It’s long school days and focus primarily is academics at the expense/exclusion of sports, extracurriculars, etc... "

Would that fit BASIS? I'm concerned. My high-achieving kids are conforming and academics-focused enough. We need Robin Williams. 
Someone tell me there is creativity, positivity, art there.[/quote]

Just getting to know the school as a first year family. It does seem like there are creative assignments. Like creating your own civilization/ society. Or creating your own mythological creatures. There is memorization - like eventually they memorize the periodic table. My kid is loving it & feels challenged & cared for. It is important that he get him physical activity outside of school though. [/quote]

We’re a 5th grade family, and so far my kid likes it. Does he complain about the lack of recess? Yes. But he also talks about having outdoor gym class, the different games in PE, etc. What he really likes are the friends he’s made. There are many good, kind, and friendly kids that he knows, and he enjoys being with them.

Btw, at least in 5th grade, the academics are a breeze. I’m glad they take this year to focus on organizational skills, study habits, etc. No more crumpled papers in his book bag— he’s actually got everything organized and can tell me if he’s missing an assignment! [/quote]

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