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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Thanks, that all makes sense. We are actually Catholic so the context wouldn't be foreign (and the child in question attends RE at one of these schools which is why I'm considering it, as a familiar environment). The point about sticking with through HS makes sense to me--I am also drawn to the catholic high schools, but not certain. [/quote]

More than likely your kid will be behind and not used to the work load. Can speak to SAS and St. Anns as has several kids come in to school in 5tn and 6th grade. All the parents said it took several months for their kids to catch up and get acclimated to the work. Some parents are shocked kids have work to do over the summer. HW is a part of all the school's circuluum. And there are no hand in work whenever you feel like it. It is expected on time.

The other thing that many don't appreciate is that penmanship is still taught in the lower grades and expected in the middle school.

All of this is done to get the kids ready for the workload in the catholic high schools and real life
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Love it. That's all exactly why I'm interested. I'm shocked to see how little they expect in the way of EF skills--I want my kids to learn time and task management. Regarding work, I've been giving my kids more hw and more practice in penmanship, etc. for the past two years precisely because I don't think APS does enough. And I keep them in all their activities (including the enrichment program that includes hw) over summers, so summer work would be welcome. I also have bright kids who aren't being challenged enough. This makes me think that switching in 5th grade may be a better idea.

Thank you for the context and info on your experience![/quote]

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