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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]But these professionals know nothing about my child or any other child that will be in their schools in the future as they make their choices.  They are not choosing what's best for any particular child's learning style.  They are choosing using whatever the latest educational buzz is hyping.  They are choosing based on sales and slick presentations.  They are choosing based on cost to their program.  They are choosing based on what program will help their children pass standardized tests, regardless of actual learning taking place.  They are aiming for the lower-middle range of the class, hoping not to leave anyone behind while keeping the faster kids somewhat entertained.  Why would I waste my child's time and my money sending them somewhere like that?  [/quote]

What a massive, massive overgeneralization.  This certainly doesn't describe the various private schools where I've sent my children.  I don't think you have to worry.  I don't see any private school welcoming you unless they need to fill slots.  The "I pay for this, I get to dictate what you do" doesn't go over to well.  And frankly, I wouldn't want to send my children somewhere where parents like you came in with that attitude.  I've seen what happens to schools when certain parents try to control things.  The schools fair very poorly.  The best schools are run by professionals who know what they are doing and keep buttinski parents at arms length.

Good luck out there.  I'm glad my children are older so I don't have to worry about your child showing up in their classes.[/quote]

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