Forsyth Country Day School

Homework is important because it does give them practice for reinforcing skills. Therefore, as parents, we do want to see the homework that is meaningful but not 3-4 hours.

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FCDS is a wonderful school in many aspects. The class offerings are abundant, and most of the teachers are exceptional. My concern is the great amount of homework, tests, and pushing for the kids to achieve at everything way above the normal age range. I hear friends with kids in H.S. talk about the hours of H.W. each night. Their kids are staying up way too late, and sacrificing kid time to complete homework. Some are even giving up all sports to maintain grades. I am sorry, but 3-4 hours a night is a bit too much! I love this school, but question some of the homework, and testing practices.
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I am a previous student at FCDS, I am in ninth grade and now enrolled at Mount Tabor High School. While for the most part these reviews concentrate on academics, I will provide some information on the social system. I came to the school after being in public school all of my life. For some, a small environment is what allows them to shine, I am not this way and parents should consult their children to learn what fits them the best. If you are reading this as a student in public school, I suggest you do not attend this school if you cannot stand a high percentage of elitist mentality. While the academic situation at the school is very good, you will find that many people do not live in reality at the school, and proportionally to a public school many more people are ignorant and snobby.
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I am an 8th grader at Forsyth Country Day School, and this is my perspective on it. First: positive things about the school. We have great and caring teachers, small class sizes, and a parent-satisfaction philosophy. Athletics, the Arts, and Academics are emphasized masterfully. It's a wonderful school. Negatives: Tuition is a tad pricey, to say the least. Small student numbers make social life quite... unique. And, the administration is all about customer-satisfaction, AKA keep the parents happy so we keep the money coming in. They'll do back-flips to keep you and your dollar. In any case, FCDS is a great, but not perfect, school. I would reccomend the school for students rising into middle/high school who seek a close-knit and unique educational experience with both their teachers and classmates. Hope to see you next year, students. -LMG
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