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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We have a child who is excelling at BASIS in 7th, and we are considering leaving.

BASIS is a weird combination of kids who are very smart and kids who really do not want to be there and have constant behavior problems. BASIS inexperienced teachers can really exacerbate those problems. Some of the teachers are great but a lot of teachers seem to be struggling and angry about how difficult their job is. There’s a lot of poor teacher behavior and poor student behavior that would not be tolerated in other school systems. It makes for a learning environment that is very punitive. Add to that the admin who literally do not care about anything other that the BASIS stats and you have a place that you’re not sure you want your kid in for their entire middle and high school career. [/quote]

Former BASIS family and agree with this. If you’re questioning BASIS long term and you are only in 5th (the best year at BASIS in our family’s opinion, before the constant testing and pressure of comps start in 6th), think about your exit strategy and be prepared to leave after 6th. Seventh grade is an easier year to leave and start a new school than 8th. [/quote]

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