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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We are in North Arlington.  19 kids in Kindergartners class with teacher and full-time aide; 20 in 2nd graders class.  This is a popular school.

Older one gifted. His needs are being met.

Much smaller, more attentive Co. Vs Fairfax.  I also grew up in Fairfax.

More $ to schools and kids--not all of the problems Fairfax is facing and school closes much less frequently for weather.

Late high school start times--8:19am.[/quote]

Less differentiated instruction, lower SAT scores in Arl.

Very "Lake Wobegon" mentality.  Nothing stands out.

Leadership is ex-FCPS who maxed out there.  They were happy to see him go to Arl.

Not much experience with 2E students in Arl.

Feels weirdly segregated.  Very little diversity in N.Arl.  S.Arl gets the shaft.  Lots of resentment, sometimes acknowledged.

Built new schools in Arl, but smaller than ones they replaced. Bad planning so some schools are bursting at seams or will be soon.

I lived in Arl., saw complacency first-hand.  Much happier in larger system with more to offer across the board.

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