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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Our oldest will be entering K this fall and we’re hoping to move before then do we don’t have to during the school year. We really love the Kentlands community and how spirited and close knit and walkable it is. However am I correct in assuming because Rachel Carson and Lakelands are so close, bussing is not provided to anyone K-6? If so, how big of a drag is that? Obviously a walk during a beautiful day is great, but I’d imagine there probably enormous amount of traffic on rainy/snowy/cold days? Any other thoughts about the community or school cluster would be helpful![/quote]

It’s a great community.  We are long time residents.

That said, Rachel Carson has plummeted under the new principal.   A mass exodus to private schools.  Do your research and talk to other parents.  As someone who loves the community it’s very painful to watch.  Just 3 years ago there were plans to alleviate the massive overcrowding.   Now, enrollment has dropped so much (and projections show continued drop) all plans are off the table.  [/quote]

I don't know about leaving for private school; however, the peak of the Rachel Carson is the 2025 graduation year.  There are some younger families, just not as many because most of the residents have already had their kids due to the age of the housing.  People aren't moving out of the neighborhood.  You will find very little inventory because we love the neighborhood so much.

There isn't bussing to the high school either.  There are a lot of kids that walk to all the schools, including high school.  I consider it a safe walking environment since the streets are narrow.  If you're concerned about traffic in the morning, sign them up for the before care.  My kids went through it and loved it.  [/quote]

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