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[quote=Anonymous]I’ve been to parent/teacher meetings where some parents make demands for more extra-curricular activities and more sports; while others have even pushed for less homework and a reassessment of the comps (test that evaluates middle schoolers knowledge of subjects). Obviously these parents aren’t happy and tend to be much louder than parents like myself that couldnt be happier with a school that focuses on academics rather than sports. The comps are challenging but I’ve become a believer after seeing my kid in the last two years study with such rigor and commitment that prior to Basis I didnt know she had. Again, its not for everyone (child or parent). If you want sports or anything primarily outside of STEM then this really isn’t the school for you. I would agree that there are administration turnarounds but being a new school this is expected, sort of like growing pains; but I have personally never really seen it impact the academics or the school’s focus on students. Again, its a school that is academically demanding and that simply isnt for everyone. Go wherever you and your child will be happy, but bashing ANY school just cause you have a platform says more about you than it does about the entity you are constantly demeaning. If you arent happy, then go elsewhere and play sports. If you left then why continue to come back to this Basis forum? Find a school that aligns with your child’s strengths and interests, but dont expect ANY school with a specific focus to change just to accommodate your child. If you want your child to play multiple sports and have less homework, then you will be happier elsewhere. If you want your child to focus and excel in academics then this school, based on my personal experience and in speaking with other parents, is a strong contender. [/quote]

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