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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Yes, I would send them to KIPP because I think it's a high-quality curriculum with families that value education.  I'd be more worried about whether the teaching approach is a good fit for my particular kid than race.  I know there's a lot of skepticism about KIPP but as it turns out my high SES white kid LOVES structure, and absolutely floundered in a more touch-feely "play based" PK.  He would likely have loved KIPP.  [/quote]

I feel the same way. Visit both schools and see how the classroom management and m.o. of the school (give homework or not, amount of playtime, outdoor time/space, schedule, etc.) matches or clashes with your preferences. About being "the only" -- I don't think this is an inherent problem, especially not for a white child. I would highly doubt a white three year old will experience any racial discrimination at school (and if so, it could be a good learning experience). Encourage the child to make friends in school. Meet other parents and arrange play dates. We did this when our child was literally the only white child in class and it was great; we made many new friends. [/quote]

A white child experiencing racial discrimination at school as a three year old could "be a good learning experience".  Are you drunk? Crawl back into your hole.[/quote]

+1.

Signed,

Minority[/quote]

[b]The idea that a white elementary school child will experience racial discrimination is absolutely absurd![/b] I say this as a mom of a white child who is one of 3 white kids in the grade. The children are children and the only issues they ever have are the same issues that all kids have. The fear of racial discrimination is ridiculous. People fear the unknown but I am telling you there is nothing to fear.

What is going on with people!?!?[/quote]

If you say so, Mary Poppins...[/quote]

Mary Poppins? Seek help! Your world view is toxic. I can assure you I have not met a black parent in DC who didn't worry and love their kids any less than a white parent. AA parents want a good education and a positive environment for their children, which doesn't not include beating up the 1% of white kids in the school. In fact, all the parents I know would be furious if their kids did this. Get outside your bubble, you might learn something.[/quote]

Lady, you live in a fantastic bubble :-)

Best luck to your kids.[/quote]

what are you talking about? what bubble?[/quote]

You are hopelessly naive, lady. [/quote]

I'm not naive. I'm reporting my actual experience with my child. You are arguing with no experience just stereotypes or a belief of what you think would happen. My child has friends and is very happy... far happier than her experience at a rich predominantly white private. But keep spreading the prejudice.[/quote]

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