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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I understand that most MoCo elementary schools are even larger than this and it doesn't seem to be a problem. I agree with 01:48 above.

With that in mind I have two proposed options if you disagree with me and would like smaller class sizes.

First, I have always thought that a new elementary school closer to the Northern most boundaries of Janney makes sense so that families can walk to school. If you are taking a bus, and then Metro to get to your neighborhood school it seems like it is too far away. The next response frequently is that there is no land in this area. However, perhaps a swap for a mixed use space with DC Parks and Recreation makes sense, or conversion of other available land in the area. In the worst case scenario shared DCPS/DCPR space with some additional land added through imminent domain could be an option if it really is a priority.

Second, the conversion of Hearst to a regional Early Child Development Center seems very aligned with the history of the school (NAEYC certified for example). I also understand that the school was originally designed for ECD. A pre-K 4 to 2nd grade option could relieve potential overcrowding at Janney, Murch and even Eaton. If pre-k 3 were offered you would see high enrollment rates from Ward 3, it would be the only pre-k 3 in the Ward. The prospect of pre-k 3 at Hearst created significant buzz and would be a huge incentive to boost enrollment. Given the relatively small number of Janney IB kids that are accepted into Pre-k 4, many families are sending their children elsewhere for pre-k 4 anyway -- particularly if you do not have sibling preference for Janney. Hearst is one of the schools of choice for pre-k 4 for Janney parents who do not use a private daycare option.

I also think that a school for very young children makes sense. My child frequently tells me he is a little scared of the "big kids at school." To me it is very logical. He is only four and they are in fifth grade --to him they are giants! [/quote]

Instead of the new elementary school, why not rezone that part of the Janney district to Mann?

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