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I agree that under the old principal there was a very weak commitment to differentiation (among other issues).  I am convinced that is not the case with Principal Canizales.  That said, the parents who were so upset with the “loss of a year of advanced math,” really need to be more creative.  If my bilingual/biliterate child was so advanced in math, I would make sure that he/she took Algebra II or Geometry somewhere else.  This may require a lot of work/some money on the parent’s part, but it would get done.  Your child could take the class(es) over the summer at a private school or community college; [b]have your child pulled out to take the class at Deal/Wilson[/b]; or take the [b]class via JHU-CTY[/b] (or something similar) and have them tested to prove he/she can test out/should get credit.  My child is still in the primary school at Oyster.  However, please understand that my husband and I will make sure that Oyster meets our child’s needs.  Whatever small gap the school leaves, we’ll certainly fill it.  I would never choose Deal over Oyster’s middle school, and I’m happy it’s no longer an option for Oyster students (for those not grandfathered in).    [/quote] :mrgreen:  :mrgreen:  :mrgreen:  you make it sound so simple, just go over to Wilson or deal, never mind the commuting time from Dupont area to Tenley, or thee additional classes missed. JHU_CTY is not free, either, unless that has changed?[/quote]

I never said that it was going to be simple.  However, if my child needs to take an advanced math class when he reaches Oyster’s middle school, rest assured that I will make it happen.  If you’re looking for simplicity, or excuses, I’m fresh out of suggestions.[/quote]

I suggest that Oyster-Adams do its job and offer appropriate math classes for advanced middle school students. This hasn't happened yet. Until parents of strong students can see appropriate courses offered, in-bound parents (those of us who need more than Spanish-language instruction alone) will bitterly resent Deal's loss.[/quote]

My IB child attends Oyster and he is excelling academically in ALL subjects.  I also applaud the "loss" of Deal as an option, so please speak for yourself.  If you want your child to attend Deal then you should move ASAP.[/quote]

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