<p>@needtoboard, that’s a fair question. In spite of living in a very good school district, my daughter feels that beyond a core group of very good students, most aren’t trying as hard as they should. She also is they type to seek extra help whenever she needs it (going in early, staying late) and she feels this will be more readily available at a good private school. I was hesitant to even consider this at first until I saw the extraordinary effort she was making and the (really surprisingly) excellent grades she brought home. I kind of feel like I owe her the opportunity, if she a) really, really wants it and b) can get in.</p>