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[quote=Anonymous]I think what the pp means is that for the kind of $$ you're shelling out, the parent shouldn't have to always be the one to initiate contact.  It's interesting, I've found my dc's "non-big -3" to be extremely responsive, organized, and excellent at communication (the parents joke about being "spammed" by the school, although they really are just very prompt and specific in communications).  I wonder if the "big 3" schools rest on their laurels, because they think the parents should just feel lucky dc got in, or whether the parents have higher expectations?  Perhaps some of both?

The public school my dc is in boundary for made the private school decision a no-brainer, but I do feel that we have been "spoiled" by the excellent "specials" teachers and facilities (physical education, art room full of supplies, huge library, music room, and a real science lab for the lower school), as well as the personal attention (phone calls from the teacher over any issues, a long essay on your child's development each reporting period, plus as much time as you want to talk it over), not to mention avoiding the testing requirements.  I believe my child would do just fine at a "good" public school, but it would be hard to go back now.  Is it worth the $$?  It is to me right now, but the contract is only for a year, and next year, we'll reevaluate. [/quote]

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