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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We are an OA family and I’m very aware of the “debate” about the international trips. I was surprised to learn that previous trips weee planned and chaperoned by teachers only. 
My big concern was the “home stay” in another country.   Not sure if I am comfortable sending my 13 year old to stay with strangers. I don’t know why they can’t just get hotels. I get the immersion part but still.
Btw, I like the principal and she has been very transparent about equity. The newest debate is about how to offer algebra 1 in 7th so kids that are ready can take geometry in 8th.  So kids took it online but principal is putting a stop to that. So that’s getting parents riled up. Dr  Tito was honest tho about the need to prioritize underachieving kids first.[/quote]

Oh wow. OA is really going down the race to the bottom path... What a shame.[/quote]

Did OA ever had Algebra 1 in 7th grade? I don't think so. As far as I know, a lower (than other WoP middle schools) lever of Math was always the case for OA. Wasn't it? So, not necessarily the new Principals' fault. [/quote]

Kids who were "ready" were able to go straight geometry in 8th grade through an online class taken during the school day.  This was after taking 7th grade "pre-algebra" but maybe they were to accelerate in the class. Dr Brito has said no to allowing online classes during the day.[/quote]

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