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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][b]TJ alumni do band together,[/b] so yes, it can contribute to networking - just like Sidwell alums band together, probably to the same effect.  (probably other schools too, those are the ones I know about).  Presumably Exeter alums do as well.  College networks are not the only ones out there (nor do they need to be).

From the perspective of a TJ parent, on the BS issue - I agree with posters that if your child has a STEM passion that TJ can fill with one of its labs, you can't do better than TJ.  The BS will not have the level of post-AP classes that TJ has (and TJ's curriculum even in AP classes goes well beyond the usual AP curriculum).  TJ's also pretty strong on certain non-STEM things - for example, large and strong Model UN club and other well-recognized clubs if that is your child's passion.

A top BS will have fabulous arts and humanities resources.  TJ students are also strong at arts and humanities, but need to patch things together to participate (including making time on the schedule). Given the BS structure, a lot of this time is built into the day already- so possibly less stressful to participate at a BS.

Top BS is likely to have merit aid that they would provide to a student deciding between TJ and BS (this also from experience) so the cost is probably not as much of a factor as others may assume.

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Can you provide an example of how? [/quote]

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