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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous] Why is everyone so quick to assume that what is being proposed is a duplication of the in-boundary system that DCPS has? Upthread there have been at least two proposals for forms of modified in-boundary preference that wouldn't be like what DCPS does. One is to allow charter schools to declare whether they are neighborhood schools or all-areas schools. The other is simply to set aside a portion of the seats for neighborhood kids, but still have some available by city-wide lottery.

All other things equal, it's good for schools to have their kids geographically concentrated. It makes the logistics easier for parents, takes strain off of the transportation system, and makes it easier to build community.

Why is everyone so quick to assume that there will only be losers in this?[/quote]

My sibling live in Takoma Park MD with kids attending the math/science MS magnet there, which reserves 25 of 100 6th grade test-in spots with a MoCo wide draw for Takoma kids.   He says that's been done for several decades without controversy.   Perhaps the experience of our near neighbors in balancing geographical imperatives can serve as a guide, whether or not elementary or middle school test-in programs ever arrive in the District.
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