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[quote=Anonymous]ACPS caters to the lowest common denominator, in our experience, with less focus on helping the top and, especially, the middle succeed. "Honors" classes are available to everyone at the middle school level. So then what makes them so special? Immersion programs are based out of necessity due to a certain demographic reaching the achievement gap, and TAG programs are limited by comparison. The kids who get into the TAP program and AP programs are probably going to do just fine. But it's the middle kids...who aren't focused on because they aren't the bottom, and may not be capable enough to get into the top, who will struggle, especially children who have learning disabilities like dyslexia.  Imagine a dyslexic child being forced into immersion when English is their first language.

It's a combination of curriculum and resource allocation. Spending millions and millions to boost a school that is ranked in the bottom 1% in the state vs. boosting the well performing schools (which are losing space and resources due to overcrowding).  Spending tax dollars to build a day care center at TC Williams High school (for the babies of students) instead of spending those same tax dollars to partner with TJ High School, so gifted academic students can achieve.

Wise choices vs. Poor Choices

Yes, kids can do well in ACPS with extremely active parents who want to fill the gap with tutoring, extra curricular activities, supplementation, and support.

But why do all this, when you can move to Fairfax or Arlington, pay a similar housing price, and have a much improved curriculum with its priorities correct....[/quote]

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