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Follow on Google News | Choosing School Districts and Schools in BaltimoreChoosing School Districts in Baltimore The neighborhoods you consider while house hunting may be determined, in part, by schools and educational choices. If considering public school, ratings and other assessments tools can help.
By: Helene Kelbaugh @ Keller Williams Realty Baltimore Service with a smile! The neighborhoods buyers are considering purchasing a home in while house hunting are more and more determined, in part, by schools and educational choices. Helene Kelbaugh of the Helene Sells Homes Group of Keller Williams Realty Baltimore States, "When buyers meet with me for their home buying consultation 1 of their top concerns are the best schools for their young children and how to start their search focused on the best schools in Baltimore." For parents considering public school, ratings and other assessments tools can help. For parents who are considering private school, sorting through programs with a wide range of philosophical backgrounds can help. Finding Information About School Districts School ratings and test score data can be found through your State Department of Education website. According to Project Appleseed, the National Campaign for Public School Improvement, "The [federal] No Child Left Behind legislation requires an annual school report card for all schools. School report cards describe characteristics of the school, including the number of children, various test scores, ratios of teachers to students, ethnic ratios, poverty levels, and more. Report cards can usually be obtained by contacting the department of education in the state or the school district office where the school is located." To compare school districts in another way, visit GreatSchools.org (http://www.greatschools.org/ Baltimore Local School Report (http://www.helenesellshomes.com/ What to Consider when Choosing a School (http://www.helenesellshomes.com/ You have a lot to consider. Test scores, class sizes, also the needs of your child. Project Appleseed suggests that you should assess schools with these things in mind: Your child's personality and learning style Your family's values, budget, and needs School philosophy and style of instruction School facilities and personnel School policies and schedules The school's reputation in the community Core curriculum and additional courses The school's approach to safety Family and community involvement Transportation How far will your child have to walk to reach school bus stops? This can be a serious concern in areas with cold winters. According to the American School Bus Council, school buses are safer than cars and provide vital transportation to 26 million students every day. When assessing transportation options for your child, ask these questions: Where is the nearest school bus stop? How long will my child's commute last each day? When will my child be picked up and dropped off? (You'll want to escort younger children to and from the stop for safety.) Will bus routes change in inclement weather? School Violence and Bullying It's unfortunate, but parents need to consider more than academic ratings before putting an offer on a house. School violence can be difficult to judge. Online school rating websites can be helpful, as can phoning and asking for information on school violence from local school districts. Don't be afraid to ask tough questions; where your child goes to school can have a long-lasting effect on his or her life. The National School Safety Center (http://www.schoolsafety.us/ It's Only Your Child's Future! Not to scare you, but the choices you make today will shape your child's future. All children deserve to learn in a safe, comfortable environment before you buy a home (http://www.helenesellshomes.com/) Helene Kelbaugh, Realtor Certified Distressed Property Expert (http://www.cdpe.com/ Internet Marketing Specialist Designation (http://www.imsd.net/ Keller Williams Realty Baltimore 2936 Odonnell Street Baltimore, MD 21224 410-342-4444 o 443-465-8443 m End
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