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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Parents of public school seniors can hold both views at the same time:

1.  DAR is a well-maintained, aesthetically-pleasing venue.

AND

2.  Ease of access, free and plentiful parking, and plenty of space are more important considerations for choosing a site for public school graduations.

DAR does give a more "chic-chic" feel -- more like a private school setting.  I think that really speaks to some parents more than others who are fine with the "generic big box store" feel of GMU.  That's really what it boils down to.  And it's not surprising which schools have historically chosen the "chic-chic" feel ... they are the schools that are considered more high-end SES (less so in regards to Marshall... but the other three needed a fourth to fill out the reservation).

I don't need the private-school-like venue to make my kids' graduations a special event.  But, I can see how some would very much value the upscale setting.  That said, I think it's the job of the district or principals to consider what works well for everyone since this is PUBLIC school.  I repeat:  no one should have to pay for parking to see their kid graduate HS... even if they can afford it.  It's like attaching an extra fee to see your kid graduate.  That's not "public school" in my book.[/quote]

Parents have to pay to watch their kids’ athletic events. Kids have to pay for senior pictures and prom.  You can pay for parking at a DAR graduation or take an Uber or bus if you’re unwilling to do so.

DAR has worked just fine for years. It’s a beautiful, historic location. Absent a more compelling reason than you’ve provided, let the schools that graduate there continue to do so. [/quote]

Nah. [/quote]

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