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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]TJ Parent here who supports reform.

I have additional thoughts on the FARMS rate.

First, I agree that the SES of families provides a tremendous admissions boost, whether that consists of educated parents who know how to game the system to affording extracurricular activities/enrichment for STEM.

But I also believe that some logistical aspects of TJ discourage FARMS families from applying and need to be looked at. For example, the longer school day means that it is very hard for kids to have after school jobs to contribute to family income or for kids to provide childcare for younger siblings. Second, the transportation (no late buses) means that kids can't participate in sports or band or clubs (outside of 8th period) unless their parents can come pick them up.

Not sure what to do about this, but think that every aspect of TJ needs a hard look to increase diversity. [/quote]

Who cares about diversity I want the smartest kids in there period[/quote]

It's a public school that should serve all segments of the population served by the county.  If you want only certain people in class with your kids, go private.[/quote]

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