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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]They should get rid of the magnets completely and stop pulling the smart kids out of their local schools, especially for elem age. [/quote]

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They should meet needs at local schools through a class there. If there are not enough kids to make a gifted class, then offer a cosa to a school that can meet their needs. [/quote]

I agree with this 100%. Taking the smartest kids out of their local schools and concentrating them in just a few places has really hurt a lot of neighborhood schools. Instead of moving the kids, let’s bring the resources to them. Supporting gifted students where they already are not only helps them succeed, but it also makes the whole school stronger—more challenging classes, better teacher development, and a more well-rounded environment for everyone. They should do this from elementary school through high school. [/quote]

Theoretically, could this dissolve the DCC? (as a high school DCC teacher, I think a lot of benefits would come from going back to neighborhood schools) [/quote]

I definitely see value in offering a few unique specialty programs at some high schools like they do today. For example, one or two high schools might focus on medical, another on engineering, and another on something entirely different. That way, students can explore their interests and follow their goals. But the test-in magnet programs? Those should be phased out—they create unnecessary barriers and inequities. [/quote]

What do you mean? What barriers and in what way are they creating inequities?[/quote]

It creates an uneven system where some schools get more resources, advanced classes, and peer motivation, while others (especially the non-Ws and high FARMs schools) are left with fewer opportunities. It also tends to separate students by achievement level—and often by race and income—which can make schools less diverse and inclusive. When strong students and involved families leave, for some schools, it really weakens the sense of community and support. [/quote]

Well, even if you do not physically separate the kids into a separate magnet program, the smart kids identify each other and hang out with each other.  And the parents are only advocating for programs (magnets, electives etc.) that only benefit their kids.  Not a lot of parents with kids who are in the higher achievement spectrum are advocating for the remedial programs.

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Oh boy. As if all the non-magnet kids are in remedial classes.[/quote]

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