<p>I have to say that we did not choose as a family a boarding experience. My D was not for it, and my H also thought no. We do have excellent private day schools available, and that is very important. Fortunately, we have been able to enroll our D in one of them. I think that some things are more difficult. We do have to commute for some activities with friends. There are less sports on campus, and some athletes travel to other facilities after school for practice. On the other hand, we are informed on a daily basis of the goings on academically and in extracurriculars. This works best for our family.</p>
<p>If my D had wanted to attend BS, I would have let her go. I personally think that I would have benefitted as a HS student from such an environment, but it is not for everyone. Look to your own child and family for an answer if you have other good options.</p>