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Choosing a Middle School or High School

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Deciding on a middle school or high school for your child can be very important. Not only do they shape her intellectual and academic future, but they provide the social network and extracurricular activities that help her discover her passions and form her identity.

Some families live in areas where there isn't much choice about middle school and high school. In these cases, it is important for you to know about what's available at your schools, and find ways to provide supplementary experiences for your child when necessary. Other families, however, live in areas with many choices, and there are strategies you can use when choosing one.

Talk to your child about her interests and future goals,...

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Dec 13, 2008 at 4:06:12 PM

I think the best way is to talk to parents of students and teachers, maybe even nearby store owners. Word of mouth is a great way to find out about any possible problems.
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July 29, 2007

Picking a high school in a divorced family

My daughter is a tall, good-looking, athletic and artistic dancer. She had attended an elementary school in a San Diego city neighborhood that felt like a small town. When her mother and I divorced, we shared equal joint custody of our...  read more

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