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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]What we didn't like about BASIS DC was the laser-like focus on test prep en route to AP exams, vs. applying knowledge. At our current school, the strongest and most enthusiastic STEM kids compete in science competitions, often as part of a team, locally, regionally and even internationally. Kids are encouraged to do academic research and publish. Students also intern madly, so they can be mentored by science professionals.

BASIS DC doesn't offer a first-rate education in any subject because there are precious few Eureka moments. It the program works for your family, fine. But claiming that BASIS DC is the gold standard for 5th-12th grade STEM studies in 2021 is silly.

Incidentally, BASIS Chandler in Arizona often fields teams to compete in science competitions at the national level.  I know this because an old friend sends her children there. [/quote]

This is a silly, misinformed comment by someone whose kid couldn't handle Basis.  Eureka moments?  Basis DC kids participate in science competitions (including the national science olympiad), do academic research and publish, and intern.  [/quote]

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