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Please identify how to get this information  from “the source” I went to the parents information night and it certainly was not offered up there.[/quote]

Here's the FAQ from the Wilson site:

https://www.wilsonhs.org/ourpages/auto/2011/4/12/49270996/Honors%20for%20All%20FAQ%2011_2017.docx

Two things jumped out at me.  First, part of the "why did we do this":

[quote]The quantitative data clearly show significant differences in participation and results along demographic lines. The qualitative information revealed heretofore unspoken reasons for the quantitative results, and left little doubt that there are pervasive sources of bias throughout the academic system. Teachers at one feeder middle school recommended virtually all of their students for honors courses at Wilson, whereas teachers at another feeder school recommended virtually none. Students recounted the unexpected social signals they experienced, in anecdotes that were repeated frequently and provoked head nods from others. “I walked in and the teacher asked: ‘Are you sure you are in the right classroom?’” “I knew the answer, but my study group members wouldn’t accept it.” “My middle school classes were much more diverse. What happened at Wilson?”[/quote]

And the "How will we ensure that all students will be challenged?" section:

[quote]The curriculum is not less rigorous than the former honors classes. Teachers are using standard and accepted measures, such as Lexile scores, to ensure  that the level of challenge remains the same.[/quote]

Finally, the contact for questions is Rachel Laser at rachel@rachellaser.com.

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