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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We are deeply disappointed with McLean high, even though it was a highly rated school it appears to have fallen over the last few years and it's updated score truly does reflect that it is no longer the 10/10 school it once was. I attribute it to unsupportive school board who are busy taking funding from McLean and putting it towards struggling schools. McLean is a shell of what it once was and the disgusting building and trailers from overcrowding only being to tell the story of it's decline. Sad.[/quote]

The amount of misunderstanding you're displaying here is astounding. By all measures the White, Asian, and affluent students at McLean are still performing at the top of the district. The updated GS score is absolutely meaningless. West Springfield HS has a 9/10 but the SAT and AP scores out of there are literally below the county average. McLean's AP scores are leading the county besides TJ, and SAT scores fall just short of Langley (also ignoring TJ).[/quote]

I am writing this to express my deep disappointment and disgust with the state of McLean High School. It is truly disheartening to see the downfall of a once great institution, and I am placing the blame squarely on the decisions made by the school board.

The overcrowding at McLean High School is unacceptable. Students are crammed into classrooms like sardines, with no room to move or learn comfortably. The fact that trailers are being used beyond their lifespan is a disgrace. It is disgusting to see students being taught in conditions that are not only uncomfortable, but also potentially unsafe.

Furthermore, the school itself is falling apart. The facilities are outdated, and the maintenance is subpar. The bathrooms are often in disrepair, and the cafeteria is often unsanitary. These conditions are not only unacceptable but also detrimental to the health and well-being of the students.

Perhaps most concerning is the fact that McLean High School is below state level for algebra 1. This is a major red flag and an indication of the school's downfall. The lack of resources and funding has clearly had a negative impact on the education provided at this school.

It is truly shameful that the school board and FCPS have stolen money away from McLean High School to build shiny new facilities for other schools with more diverse student bodies. This is a clear case of discrimination and neglect towards the students of McLean High School.

I implore the school board and FCPS to take action immediately to rectify these issues. The students of McLean High School deserve better than this. They deserve a safe and comfortable learning environment, with access to the resources and facilities necessary to succeed. It is time for the school board to take responsibility for the downfall of McLean High School and make the necessary changes to ensure that it once again becomes a beacon of excellence.

As parents, we are ashamed of the state of McLean High School, and we have decided to take our children out of the school and enroll them in a private institution. It is a sad day when we must take such drastic measures to ensure our children receive the education they deserve.[/quote]
Ok I’m not arguing with you that the SB hasn’t prioritized McLean but how did FCPS steal money from McLean?  [/quote]

Despite our community contributing exponentially in taxes, it seems that we have been forgotten and neglected in your FY-2024-28-CIP capital improvements plan.

In the recent past FCPS has chosen to build new renovations and additions to Falls Church high, while McLean High School is left to suffer with inadequate facilities and resources. The fact that McLean is not on the list of priorities for renovation and exapansion clearly indicates that they do not value the education and well-being of our children.

To add insult to injury, they are throwing more disgusting trailers onto our already crammed campus, taking away precious greenspace to accommodate an industrialized modular building setup. This is unacceptable and a clear indication of incompetence in managing the educational resources of our district.[/quote]

While the renovation that McLean got in 2005 was subpar compared to more recent renovations, and accounts for some of the current issues with the building, Falls Church had not had a renovation similar to even the renovation of McLean in 2005.  And Falls Church got pushed down on the renovation queue originally because it had a comparatively low enrollment when the 2008 queue was developed, which meant that numerous other schools in better shape than Falls Church like TJ, Marshall, and Edison got renovated first, although Falls Church was in objectively worse condition.

One of my McLean kids took some Academy classes at Falls Church and, while he liked the classes, he remarked several times that the building was in worse shape than McLean.  You really need to have spent more time inside FCHS before you criticize the renovation plans there.  It is possible that they are going over-the-top now with the renovation - the approach in recent years has been to spend more money on a smaller number of a schools and perhaps it could be scaled back - but it absolutely needs a thorough renovation and has waited its turn. [/quote]

I must respectfully disagree with your points. While it is true that Falls Church High School has also experienced delays in receiving renovations, this does not negate the fact that McLean High School is also in need of significant improvements.

Furthermore, the fact that Falls Church High School may have been in worse condition at one point does not mean that McLean High School should continue to suffer. We should be striving for excellence in all of our schools, not simply settling for subpar facilities and resources.

Additionally, the comparison between McLean High School and Falls Church High School is not the only relevant comparison. [b]As I previously mentioned, other schools in the district, such as Langley and Yorktown High Schools[/b], have received more attention and resources than McLean High School despite similar enrollment numbers.

It is also concerning that you suggest that the recent trend of spending more money on a smaller number of schools could be scaled back. This suggests a lack of understanding of the urgent need for improvements in our schools and the impact that subpar facilities and resources can have on student performance and outcomes.

In conclusion, while I acknowledge that Falls Church High School is also in need of renovations, this does not diminish the need for improvements at McLean High School. Our children deserve the best education possible, and it is our responsibility to advocate for the resources necessary to make that a reality.[/quote]

Yorktown is in another district.
McLean parents seem ok with McLean, as they didn't want to be zoned for Langley.
Yes, the bathrooms are gross, but it is the students who are doing it (thanks, TikTok).
Also, you sound unhinged.[/quote]

I understand that Yorktown High School is in a different district than McLean, but I was using it as a comparison as it is located very close by and is often seen as a comparable school in terms of resources and performance.

Regarding McLean parents' satisfaction with their school, it is important to note that just because they did not want to be zoned for Langley does not necessarily mean they are completely content with their school's current state. Parents and students at McLean High School have expressed their concerns and frustrations with the lack of resources and funding, as evidenced by their efforts to self-fund their children's education and improve the school.

While it may be true that some students are responsible for the state of the bathrooms, it is ultimately the responsibility of the school and FCPS to ensure that the facilities are properly maintained and cleaned. The fact that students feel the need to resort to TikTok challenges to raise awareness about the state of the bathrooms is indicative of a larger problem with the school's resources and funding.

Lastly, I would like to address your comment about me sounding "unhinged." I assure you that I am not unhinged, but rather passionate about advocating for the needs of McLean High School and its students. The neglect of the school and its students is a serious issue that deserves attention and action, and I will continue to speak up on their behalf.[/quote]

The students aren't neglected.[/quote]

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