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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]It isn't just the SOL scores and teaching to the lowest common denominator that makes a "poorer" school less desirable.

- It is the lack of PTA funds for all the perks enjoyed by wealthier schools (classroom tools, after school fun, landscaping). This is a huge issue and it directly affects the teachers and students.
-It is the lack of parent involvement, room parents, parents sponsoring clubs. Again, fewer enrichment opportunities with a direct impact on students and teachers.[/quote]

I certainly recognize the validity of what you say, but I'm not sure some people (not you, because you didn't actually advocate for anything here) appreciate how they come across when they make this argument for busing to increase socioeconomic balance between the schools. It's basically saying, "I want to disrupt your child's life and make your schedules harder so my child can benefit from your time and money." Regardless of how people should feel about that, in reality it tends not to sit well with the people donating the time and money.[/quote]

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