<p>My kids went away to JBS as repeat 7th graders and it was (looking back) the best thing we could have done for them. I was never concerned about them too much academically ( nice grades at a private DS), but their maturity (or lack of) and their passion for adrenaline ( Hey! Lets skateboard off this roof into a snowbank !!) cemented the deal. No regrets on my end and fond memories for them. Both went off to to great Secondary Schools and K1 was recently accepted to an excellent college. He has said (many times) JBS was a defining moment for him.</p>
<p>I look at JBS as a great place to chart the course. The SS placement assistance is amazing. Plus, you will know your child is in excellent hands. There are about 10 schools and all of them are great. The JBS website is a great place to start if you want to learn more. I went away to JBS and I think I turned out okay. In many ways, those years mean more to me than my time at SS . Anyway, it’s definitely worth a glance. </p>
<p>I also agree with Daykidmom- excellent suggestion.</p>