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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]These two schools are not in the same league. Potomac is long-established, steady leadership, strong academics, strong traditions and sense of identity and mission.

Bullis has had many shaky years, disgruntled teachers, terrible Heads of School, high turnover, very few National Merit finalists, sports-focused.

That said, both have nice campuses. Current Bullis HOS wants to increase academic profile. I know people with kids there who are happy. But really, no comparison. I guarantee Potomac has the college respect and recognition that Bullis is striving for.

Different schools are appropriate for different kids. No matter a school's reputation, it might be a great fir for your child. Check them both out, ask around (other than DCUM) and good luck![/quote]

NP. You seem to be easily influenced by basic prestige markers. I'd be fascinated to hear exactly how you would describe Potomac's unique mission and sense of identity. Can you do so without spouting platitudes, like "courage"?

Your cited evidence for Potomac's academic quality - counting national merit finalists and pointing to a college list - emphasizes how clueless you are. Like many schools in the region, Potomac has talented students. It also has lots of ambitious and wealthy parents who are legacy and development targets for colleges.

Potomac has also had its share of administrative shakiness and turnover, no? I can certainly think of some examples.

I agree that talking to parents IRL is the best option for school diligence. Every school community has its share of silliness and it's best to suss out checked out parents in conversation.

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