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Why I Chose Bache Martin: 2011-10-11 School Selection Report

Great teachers, great resources, great parents.

Len Lipkin

This Acceptance Will Self Destruct In 3…2…1…

I've heard the anecdotes left and right, including a few first hand accounts. In my optimistic outlook on this process, I assumed that this didn't happen often. Well, boom goes the dynamite!

Len Lipkin

Teacher Explains Why She Helped Kids Cheat on PSSAs

The Notebook just published a riveting interview with a teacher who freely admits that she helped students cheat on the PSSAs.

Len Lipkin

Schools Cheating on Tests?

Now there is yet another reason to ignore test scores when making your school choice. In many cases they might be fabricated.

Len Lipkin

Center City Booming; Public, Charter, Private Schools Evolving

I'm quoted today in an article describing the growing popularity of center city as a destination for parents and how it is impacting enrollment and school quality at all types of schools.

Len Lipkin

Choosing Sides on Charters [Audio]

I have learned that for many of my readers, policy is an important factor in school choice. It makes sense--if you do not support the charter movement, sending your child to a charter isn't exactly consistent behavior. The problem for most of you who are like me is that there are not a lot of impartial resources out there to help you form an intelligent opinion.

Len Lipkin

When is a Quaker Education Not a Quaker Education?

I suspect that Quaker school values likely are quite pervasive in non-Friends schools throughout Greater Philadelphia.

Len Lipkin

Beyond the Usual Suspects II

With so many people vying for spots in the same trendy public and charter schools, it is worth considering some schools that might not be on your radar.