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I'm personally fine with a challenging program, I just think there needs to be another path for students who aren't prepared for it.  If 25% of the class can handle the advanced curriculum then it's terrific that it is available for them.  However, there needs to be an alternative set of choices for the 75% who are dropping out.  Some kids may be several years ahead in math, but fairly average in reading.  Let them focus their energy where they excel.  I like this about the IB Program.  What I don't like seeing on the taxpayer dime is 75% of students being counseled out - there should be less intense options which keep them in the school.  I wouldn't be surprised if this a path which the PCSB is going to coerce or force Basis down, one way or another.  [/quote]

Where are you getting your numbers, PP?  Where did you head that 75% are dropping out?[/quote]

I believe this poster is using the Arizona school as a reference.  They do not appear to have graduated more than 35 students in any year despite entry level classes of at least 100.  Most years appear to be about 30 students graduating (from memory.)  PP probably baked in a few new students that were replaced due to attrition in the entry class.  This statistic also concerns me but thankfully we are forewarned so it will not be a surprise.[/quote]

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