Anonymous
12/10/2024 17:02
Subject: Private/parochial elementary school for 2e kid in Montgomery County or DC?
Try Green Acres
Anonymous
12/09/2024 13:52
Subject: Private/parochial elementary school for 2e kid in Montgomery County or DC?
Salsita12 wrote:Hi,
I'm looking for a good elementary school fit for my 2e DC--ADHD, mostly remediated dyslexia, and gifted (with all that comes with it, including perfectionism). We're looking for a place that offers:
- differentiated instruction, with genuine possibilities for acceleration as well as support
- an intellectually stimulating environment that actively encourages curiosity/exploration as opposed to rote learning
- other quirky kids who are excited about STEM, political issues, history, etc.
- meaningful/expert understanding of and support for kids with learning differences
DC is currently in a nice but pretty traditional school environment, and is frustrated and bored (we also tried the local public school and it didn't work out). We're supplementing with outside activities to feed DC's interests, but would love to find a better fit.
Based on previous posts, it looks like Lowell and Norwood might be good places, so we're exploring those. Would welcome feedback on those schools but also would like additional recommendations/thoughts, including for lower-cost options. We're only looking in Montgomery County or not-too-far parts of DC.
Many thanks for your suggestions! (also posted with Special Needs forum).
What school is DC currently in?
Salsita12
12/09/2024 09:29
Subject: Private/parochial elementary school for 2e kid in Montgomery County or DC?
Hi,
I'm looking for a good elementary school fit for my 2e DC--ADHD, mostly remediated dyslexia, and gifted (with all that comes with it, including perfectionism). We're looking for a place that offers:
- differentiated instruction, with genuine possibilities for acceleration as well as support
- an intellectually stimulating environment that actively encourages curiosity/exploration as opposed to rote learning
- other quirky kids who are excited about STEM, political issues, history, etc.
- meaningful/expert understanding of and support for kids with learning differences
DC is currently in a nice but pretty traditional school environment, and is frustrated and bored (we also tried the local public school and it didn't work out). We're supplementing with outside activities to feed DC's interests, but would love to find a better fit.
Based on previous posts, it looks like Lowell and Norwood might be good places, so we're exploring those. Would welcome feedback on those schools but also would like additional recommendations/thoughts, including for lower-cost options. We're only looking in Montgomery County or not-too-far parts of DC.
Many thanks for your suggestions! (also posted with Special Needs forum).
I'm looking for a good elementary school fit for my 2e DC--ADHD, mostly remediated dyslexia, and gifted (with all that comes with it, including perfectionism). We're looking for a place that offers:
- differentiated instruction, with genuine possibilities for acceleration as well as support
- an intellectually stimulating environment that actively encourages curiosity/exploration as opposed to rote learning
- other quirky kids who are excited about STEM, political issues, history, etc.
- meaningful/expert understanding of and support for kids with learning differences
DC is currently in a nice but pretty traditional school environment, and is frustrated and bored (we also tried the local public school and it didn't work out). We're supplementing with outside activities to feed DC's interests, but would love to find a better fit.
Based on previous posts, it looks like Lowell and Norwood might be good places, so we're exploring those. Would welcome feedback on those schools but also would like additional recommendations/thoughts, including for lower-cost options. We're only looking in Montgomery County or not-too-far parts of DC.
Many thanks for your suggestions! (also posted with Special Needs forum).