Sooo I toured this school. Its not for us... Lets just say I was able to walk right into the school ?? NOT a good look and there are over 800 kids, about 6 kindergarten classes.. Much too overwhelming for me.

Anonymous wrote:Is Mount Rainier a better option?

absolutely, Moun Rainier actually has a pretty good reputation.

Is Mount Rainier a better option?

I have not heard good things about it, and am glad I'm zoned for Mount Rainier Elementary.

Here is a list of other options for you by way of lottery

http://gis.pgcps.org/schoolfinder/findschool2.asp

The PG lottery system just opened up. If you're not pleased about the being zoned for Thomas Stone, enter the lottery! There are a lot of special programs in the country.

I am so stressed out! My 5 yr old is zoned for this school..I hvent been bearing good feedback...the first red flag to me is the lack of diversity,
.. I have some other potential things lined up... But nothing set in stone. I just wish we could could afford private again... uGH! Discouraged, pissed, and sad about the ONLY choice that's mandatory for her. ??

I live down the block from there and have a couple neighbors with kids at the school. I understand that the facility needs renovation, but I haven't heard any feedback on the quality of the teachers.

Thoughts? Feelings, experiences regarding this school? Please share!