<p>Devolution you said: Today, there seems to be a great effort to bring in folks who need FA to attend. While I am not saying this is necessary wrong, I am not sure how it makes for a better school.</p>
<p>I can tell you what our private school’s admissions team has told us. Besides being a community that is inclusive of all people (race, same sex families, etc) they want their school to reflect the city, the nation…all people. Because of the generous endowments, they are able seek out families who would be a great fit for the school and offer them a spot with FA. They want socioeconomic diversity. They feel that kids learn a lot from their peers and their peers should reflect ALL backgrounds (not only ethnic but socioeconomic). They feel that having a school community that is reflective of all economic levels really prepares their students for the real world and also teaches appreciation and respect for all. I’m all for this way of thinking. I wouldn’t want my children in a school community with only the “1%”.</p>