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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]One of the reasons for no admission after 9th grade may be because of the latin requirement. That is a part of their educational model. [b]Students take 4 years of Latin before 9th grade. [/b]Are famlies/students going to invest the extra time and energy to catch up? No, they are going to make excuses, beg for a waiver,  and water down the education and exposure just to have the name on the diploma.  If you want generic, go to a generic DCPS school.  Latin is specialized.  If you choose it, embrace the program. Don't try to change it.  Square pegs don't fit in round hole...they just warp them. People should find the best fit for their child and family.[/quote]

How does that work for those admitted in middle school, though?  This year Latin offered 6 8th grade seats in the initial lottery, even.

Latin can make excuses, but the bottom line that is not taking new kids is taking the easier road.  Its performance should be judged accordingly.[/quote]

According to DC Schools Report Card, Latin had 90 9th graders and 80 12th graders.  Is it really that big a deal to backfill 10 kids over three years?  If 10 kids can make or break your culture or academic program, maybe you have bigger problems that the public should be aware of.[/quote]

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