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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]MoCo kids certainly switch from private to Churchill and other W schools, we know many who have done this because the private social environment was stifling, they are looking for broader academic offerings, more music, theater, etc. Sports are a challenge, with teams like soccer, baseball, basketball very hard to make. Look for no-cut teams, depending on school, like cross country. Also, the music departments at these schools are generally really highly regarded and a great way to meet people and have things to do.[/quote]
I think for most teens, public school is better for social reasons. More different types of kids means it's easier to find your crowd.  Teenage years is when kids start to really think about who they are and what type of friend group they want.  Plus, if you have a falling out with a friend group, it's easier to find another friend group in a big school than a small one.

And yes, the bigger wealthier publics have more clubs to pick and choose from.  The theater production at our large public is great. Really amazing.  But, the drawback of course is that it's harder to get parts, especially the lead. But, that is in part why the productions are so amazing. They have a lot of amazing talent.

That said, of course, there are drawbacks to large publics. Yea, the bathroom situation is one, and the large class sizes.

One of my kids went to a public magnet, and it was a great fit for them. The other one is not at a public magnet, but at least they are taking some AP/IB classes.[/quote]

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