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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP here. Not going to put my kid but it’s a North Arlington school that is well regarded. If this is outside the norm then I’ll raise hell to get my kid out. Can you please let me know which school you had a good experience with that actually challenged your child?[/quote]

Science Focus was good for my kids.  Yes, the Gifted program was kind of a joke, but we always supplemented with teacher tutors that could help the kids stay advanced.  Middle school at DHMS is OK, some advanced classes, but didn't like the no homework polices, and the ability to retake tests.  Neither of my kid have ever made below an A at MS or HS, so there is a bit of grade inflation.  But it gets better in HS when you can put your DC into Intensified classes, AP classes, IB classes.  It's almost like in HS there are 2 schools - one for the kids on the advanced track (maybe 35%) and a school for the kid just wanting to get a High School degree.  My advice, just hire someone every semester to keep your kid challenged - a lot cheaper than moving.  It does get better.[/quote]

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