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[quote=Anonymous]My understanding is that the idea  has more to do with providing continuity in educational options  (i.e. i.b. technically available from k all the way through 12) than because of specific demand.  Also, my understanding is that Montessori  does not actually always have a waiting list and the program is already expanding--there will be more seats when they open at Henry.  Randolph is under-enrolled because  the demographic makeup and test scores scare people away--it's not that people don't want ib.   (Although maybe they don't--I just don't think you can say they don't based off of Randolph's enrollment).   Right now Campbell is only available for those in S. Arlington.  It will now be available for the whole County. My impression is that some  (not all) families use it to avoid Carlin Springs.  Those in the Carlin Springs neighborhood will eventually be able to try to lottery into Reed  (or maybe to Randolph before that is available).

While i.b. does not provide the expeditionary learning model and extra outdoor time that Campbell provides it does include an emphasis on developing inquiry-based learning, encouraging questions and deep engagement, community service, and portfolio projects.   [/quote]

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