How are schools like in Washington Heights?

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Originally Posted by stormgal

The problem with a lot of these kids is that their parents don't show them discipline. A kid who's of school age is supposed to be home studying during school nights. If you walk or drive by any low-income neighborhood, you'll see kids loitering and hanging out during school nights. Yet, it takes an enormous amount of time and work to learn how to read, write and do math proficiently - in such a way that the SAT becomes second nature. If a child doesn't put in the actual time looking at the stuff and practicing, day in and day out, he or she will never be able to grasp school work.
For some reason, many parents in low income communities don't teach their children the art and discipline of staying home and reading a book. They also lose control of their children.

I totally understand that, but I think things are a little better now. I think even in the hood most people can read without putting their fingers under the words like they're 6 year olds.

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1. OP started this thread in February 2017 for those who did not notice
2. OP never specified what level in school, elementary JHS or HS
3. Any of you guys that responded to this went to school in Washington Heights? Like a PS, IS/JHS, or George Washington HS?
4. Any of you guys that responded have kids?