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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]The weak link at DCI is middle school. We debated leaving but are glad we stayed because the high school experience has really   been fantastic - esp after freshman year. [/quote]

In a feeder school - that’s great to hear. I’m sure there are things DCI could do better in middle, but isn’t part of their  middle school challenges just how hard those years are universally?[/quote]

Generally middle school is the weakest link in many school districts including those in the DMV.   Lots of changes and challenges transitioning from holding kids hands to them having them juggle so many classes, tests, deadlines, etc….in a much bigger school with lots of kids. Add onto that hormonal changes happening and IMO, it’s probably the hardest years.
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PP I will add that being in a bigger school like DCI with lots more kids, clubs, and sports helps in that your kid will find their niche of friends and interests which will help the transition.  [/quote]

I have a 7th grader at DCI and this has been true for her.  She has transitioned through some different friend groups (and not all of them from her feeder school). It has not been an issue because there are plenty of great kids and she has made new friends.  And also DCI MS is continuously improving.  We also have a high schooler there, and I can see the improvement in academics, class choices, etc. for my 7th grader.  As an example, the list of elective classes available to my 7th grader for next year is exciting and those weren't available when my older DC was in MS. (now MS for my older DC was almost entirely during the pandemic, so the comparison is not apples to apples.)[/quote]

Thanks PP for your input.  We are in feeder but know families with older siblings in MS and kids are happy with school, clubs, etc.. and yes we spoke directly and asked kids who gave thoughtful examples and answers

No school is perfect but what is encouraging is that DCI continues to improve year over year on an upward trajectory and will be even better for kids coming up thru the feeders.[/quote]

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