Navigating the school system: San Francisco
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Navigating the system: Pasadena
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Navigating the system: Chicago
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Navigating the system: Los Angeles
Live in or around Los Angeles? We did the homework to help parents make informed choices about the area's schools.
Navigating the system: St. Louis
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Navigating the system: New York
Live in or around NYC? We did the homework to help parents make informed choices about the area's schools.
Amanda Ripley's school search
So much data — and yet so little useful information. Welcome to the conundrum facing every American parent.
The 3 biggest pitfalls of picking an elementary school
Want to find the right school for your child? Avoid these common mistakes parents make when trying to choose the best educational experience.
Switch schools or stay?
When her kindergartner is unhappy at school, one mother grapples with transferring her to a new school versus sticking it out.
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