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JustMe: Why is it so hard to believe parents can't find excellent options within DCPS? Sadly, they're not universal, and not even as widespread as they should be, but there are top notch schools within the District.

I highly doubt that my kids is underachieving compared with her peers. Of course, there's nothing more subjective that a parents assessment of their child.

Frankly, after listening to several of my friends experiences in Northern Virginia, I can't find the attraction. My daughter's class size is much smaller, the parent community far more active, the school much more responsive to parents (with some absolutely stunning exceptions), and the curriculum much more stimulating and engaging. I don't have a long lost twin to use as a control group, but I think she'll turn out pretty ok.

Statistics are fine, but using them to say all kids are underperforming compared to their suburban peers is to misuse them. Every child is different, and schools vary widely in quality within DC. Vigorous school choice has allowed some incredible educational opportunities to blossom. Now to get the rest of the schools up to par.

by TimK on Feb 25, 2011 4:58 pm • link • report