To south Maryland/Washington/North Virginia.
For reasons that I'm not going into, I may be moving into this area. I'm in 8th grade now (please don't derail), and going into high school next year. If this happens, it would be during this summer, so I'd be starting my freshman year at a new high school, in a new town, etc. I'm looking for suggestions for what general area to suggest, seeing as my parents are still at the introductory phase, having not quite decided whether or not we will move, and I hold a good deal of sway in the matter. Does anyone who lives in this area have any suggestions as to a neighborhood with a good public school system (Preferably with a Magnet system), good in terms of internet offerings, and a generally good reputation? It seems that a good deal of people on this site live in and around D.C., so I figure someone must know something.
Still not sure if it will even happen, but I feel that doing research is always good.
To south Maryland/Washington/North Virginia.
For reasons that I'm not going into, I may be moving into this area. I'm in 8th grade now (please don't derail), and going into high school next year. If this happens, it would be during this summer, so I'd be starting my freshman year at a new high school, in a new town, etc. I'm looking for suggestions for what general area to suggest, seeing as my parents are still at the introductory phase, having not quite decided whether or not we will move, and I hold a good deal of sway in the matter. Does anyone who lives in this area have any suggestions as to a neighborhood with a good public school system (Preferably with a Magnet system), good in terms of internet offerings, and a generally good reputation? It seems that a good deal of people on this site live in and around D.C., so I figure someone must know something.
Still not sure if it will even happen, but I feel that doing research is always good.
The McLean/Falls Church/Langley area in Fairfax County VA
I know the McLean and Langley school districts (probably some more) fall into the area of TJHSST, which is a magnet school that's been either ranked 1 or 2 for public schools in the country in the past few years. Falls Church has been recognized to have the most educated population in the country, and Fairfax County as a whole is one of the most wealthy counties in the US. Langley is where the CIA is, etc. The only bad part about the DC area as a whole is the traffic.
I'm from McLean, add me if you want to know more.
The McLean/Falls Church/Langley area in Fairfax County VA
I know the McLean and Langley school districts (probably some more) fall into the area of TJHSST, which is a magnet school that's been either ranked 1 or 2 for public schools in the country in the past few years. Falls Church has been recognized to have the most educated population in the country, and Fairfax County as a whole is one of the most wealthy counties in the US. Langley is where the CIA is, etc. The only bad part about the DC area as a whole is the traffic.
I'm from McLean, add me if you want to know more.
I'm a sophomore (I guess junior now??) in DC, I know plenty of kids who go to TJ and they're all really smart, it seems like a great school. I dunno where you're moving in from, but be prepared for plenty of humid weather. Like, really humid. DCPS is pretty shitty from what I've heard, but I'm sure there are some good schools. It's a great area and yeah, add me if you want or something.
I'm a sophomore (I guess junior now??) in DC, I know plenty of kids who go to TJ and they're all really smart, it seems like a great school. I dunno where you're moving in from, but be prepared for plenty of humid weather. Like, really humid. DCPS is pretty shitty from what I've heard, but I'm sure there are some good schools. It's a great area and yeah, add me if you want or something.
WaldoTo south Maryland/Washington/North Virginia.
For reasons that I'm not going into, I may be moving into this area. I'm in 8th grade now (please don't derail)
I know you said not to, but god damn dude, you seem pretty mature and your a fucking amazing player at your age. Props to you mate.
[quote=Waldo]To south Maryland/Washington/North Virginia.
For reasons that I'm not going into, I may be moving into this area. I'm in [b]8th grade[/b] now (please don't derail)[/quote]
I know you said not to, but god damn dude, you seem pretty mature and your a fucking amazing player at your age. Props to you mate.
boppetI know you said not to, but god damn dude, you seem pretty mature and your a fucking amazing player at your age. Props to you mate.
Thanks.
grapeThe McLean/Falls Church/Langley area in Fairfax County VA
I know the McLean and Langley school districts (probably some more) fall into the area of TJHSST, which is a magnet school that's been either ranked 1 or 2 for public schools in the country in the past few years. Falls Church has been recognized to have the most educated population in the country, and Fairfax County as a whole is one of the most wealthy counties in the US. Langley is where the CIA is, etc. The only bad part about the DC area as a whole is the traffic.
I'm from McLean, add me if you want to know more.
Pointed out the area, though I can't seem to find where the limits on TJHSST's jurisdiction, since my father wants ~1/3 acre+ (Which is kind of silly given that we're looking in the ~650k pricerange IMO).
DNJI'm a sophomore (I guess junior now??) in DC, I know plenty of kids who go to TJ and they're all really smart, it seems like a great school. I dunno where you're moving in from, but be prepared for plenty of humid weather. Like, really humid. DCPS is pretty shitty from what I've heard, but I'm sure there are some good schools. It's a great area and yeah, add me if you want or something.
We're probably not going to move to DC, given what I stated above. Coming from the North Shore in MA, so yeah, it'll take a while to get used to the climate I guess.
EDIT:
Looked around the school's website, never mind what I said about jurisdiction.
[quote=boppet]
I know you said not to, but god damn dude, you seem pretty mature and your a fucking amazing player at your age. Props to you mate.[/quote]
Thanks.
[quote=grape]The McLean/Falls Church/Langley area in Fairfax County VA
I know the McLean and Langley school districts (probably some more) fall into the area of TJHSST, which is a magnet school that's been either ranked 1 or 2 for public schools in the country in the past few years. Falls Church has been recognized to have the most educated population in the country, and Fairfax County as a whole is one of the most wealthy counties in the US. Langley is where the CIA is, etc. The only bad part about the DC area as a whole is the traffic.
I'm from McLean, add me if you want to know more.[/quote]
Pointed out the area, though I can't seem to find where the limits on TJHSST's jurisdiction, since my father wants ~1/3 acre+ (Which is kind of silly given that we're looking in the ~650k pricerange IMO).
[quote=DNJ]I'm a sophomore (I guess junior now??) in DC, I know plenty of kids who go to TJ and they're all really smart, it seems like a great school. I dunno where you're moving in from, but be prepared for plenty of humid weather. Like, really humid. DCPS is pretty shitty from what I've heard, but I'm sure there are some good schools. It's a great area and yeah, add me if you want or something.[/quote]
We're probably not going to move to DC, given what I stated above. Coming from the North Shore in MA, so yeah, it'll take a while to get used to the climate I guess.
EDIT:
Looked around the school's website, never mind what I said about jurisdiction.
boppetWaldoTo south Maryland/Washington/North Virginia.
For reasons that I'm not going into, I may be moving into this area. I'm in 8th grade now (please don't derail)
I know you said not to, but god damn dude, you seem pretty mature and your a fucking amazing player at your age. Props to you mate.
judging from his posts, i thought he was an adult too lol
[quote=boppet][quote=Waldo]To south Maryland/Washington/North Virginia.
For reasons that I'm not going into, I may be moving into this area. I'm in [b]8th grade[/b] now (please don't derail)[/quote]
I know you said not to, but god damn dude, you seem pretty mature and your a fucking amazing player at your age. Props to you mate.[/quote]
judging from his posts, i thought he was an adult too lol
I live in Fairfax county and the schools are pretty good. Most if not all FCPS schools have an "Academy" program where you can go to other schools that offer different classes. If you're into IT stuff I highly recommend you take Network Administration at Marshall HS. By far the best class i've ever taken period. Got to go to NGIA for a field trip. iirc TJ is the only magnet school in the district but many of them offer AP and IB classes. Internet is pretty decent here, I get 75/35 with Fios and it's consistent for the most part. Can't really speak on land pricing since I know next to nothing about it.
I live in Fairfax county and the schools are pretty good. Most if not all FCPS schools have an "Academy" program where you can go to other schools that offer different classes. If you're into IT stuff I highly recommend you take Network Administration at Marshall HS. By far the best class i've ever taken period. Got to go to [url=en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Geospatial%E2%80%90Intelligence_Agency]NGIA[/url] for a field trip. iirc TJ is the only magnet school in the district but many of them offer AP and IB classes. Internet is pretty decent here, I get 75/35 with Fios and it's consistent for the most part. Can't really speak on land pricing since I know next to nothing about it.
i'll just post here instead of making a new thread.
on the 22nd i'm going to be driving/moving to pennsylvania from california. anyone know what's fun around there?
i'll just post here instead of making a new thread.
on the 22nd i'm going to be driving/moving to pennsylvania from california. anyone know what's fun around there?
turtsmcgurtsi'll just post here instead of making a new thread.
on the 22nd i'm going to be driving/moving to pennsylvania from california. anyone know what's fun around there?
state_college
pitts_burgh
And if you want to party, lancaster_county
If you go to pittsburgh i can highly recommend a peruvian restaurant in the strip district called "Chicken Latino" that is excellent. Also in Squirrel Hill theres a cafe called "61c" after the bus, and its hot chocolate is a gift from the heavens.
[quote=turtsmcgurts]i'll just post here instead of making a new thread.
on the 22nd i'm going to be driving/moving to pennsylvania from california. anyone know what's fun around there?[/quote]
state_college
pitts_burgh
And if you want to party, lancaster_county
If you go to pittsburgh i can highly recommend a peruvian restaurant in the strip district called "Chicken Latino" that is excellent. Also in Squirrel Hill theres a cafe called "61c" after the bus, and its hot chocolate is a gift from the heavens.
WaldoTo south Maryland/Washington/North Virginia.
For reasons that I'm not going into, I may be moving into this area. I'm in 8th grade now (please don't derail), and going into high school next year. If this happens, it would be during this summer, so I'd be starting my freshman year at a new high school, in a new town, etc. I'm looking for suggestions for what general area to suggest, seeing as my parents are still at the introductory phase, having not quite decided whether or not we will move, and I hold a good deal of sway in the matter. Does anyone who lives in this area have any suggestions as to a neighborhood with a good public school system (Preferably with a Magnet system), good in terms of internet offerings, and a generally good reputation? It seems that a good deal of people on this site live in and around D.C., so I figure someone must know something.
Still not sure if it will even happen, but I feel that doing research is always good.
Coming from a person who lives in D.C southeast public schools down are shit. Specilized schools like bannaker, McKindly tech and SWW are good schools you should look into. They will work you but they are good schools. Northeast and Northwest are considered (the safest??) parts of D.C but whites have been moving down in S.E lately and the area is becoming safer. Best bet is too look in the areas with good law enforcement and low crime rate. Also im starting my high school year too so don't sweat not everyone is mean down here unless you do stupid shit. Just be chill.
[quote=Waldo]To south Maryland/Washington/North Virginia.
For reasons that I'm not going into, I may be moving into this area. I'm in 8th grade now (please don't derail), and going into high school next year. If this happens, it would be during this summer, so I'd be starting my freshman year at a new high school, in a new town, etc. I'm looking for suggestions for what general area to suggest, seeing as my parents are still at the introductory phase, having not quite decided whether or not we will move, and I hold a good deal of sway in the matter. Does anyone who lives in this area have any suggestions as to a neighborhood with a good public school system (Preferably with a Magnet system), good in terms of internet offerings, and a generally good reputation? It seems that a good deal of people on this site live in and around D.C., so I figure someone must know something.
Still not sure if it will even happen, but I feel that doing research is always good.[/quote]
Coming from a person who lives in D.C southeast public schools down are shit. Specilized schools like bannaker, McKindly tech and SWW are good schools you should look into. They will work you but they are good schools. Northeast and Northwest are considered (the safest??) parts of D.C but whites have been moving down in S.E lately and the area is becoming safer. Best bet is too look in the areas with good law enforcement and low crime rate. Also im starting my high school year too so don't sweat not everyone is mean down here unless you do stupid shit. Just be chill.
UltrazThey will work you but they are good schools[/i]. Northeast and Northwest are considered (the safest??) parts of D.C but whites have been moving down in S.E lately and the area is becoming more safer. Best bet is too look in the areas with good law enforcment and low crime rate. Also im starting my high school year too so down't sweat not everyone is mean down here unless you do stupid shit. Just be chill.
I question the validity of this review. :>
[quote=Ultraz]
They will work you but they are [u][i]good schools[/u][/i]. Northeast and Northwest are considered (the safest??) parts of D.C but whites have been moving down in S.E lately and the area is becoming [b]more safer[/b]. Best bet is [b]too[/b] look in the areas with good law [b]enforcment[/b] and low crime rate. Also im starting my high school year too so [b]down't[/b] sweat not everyone is mean down here unless you do stupid shit. Just be chill.[/quote]
I question the validity of this review. :>
Yeah sorry I had just woken up when i saw this thread im shit :/
Yeah sorry I had just woken up when i saw this thread im shit :/
I grew up in Manassas, Virginia. It was a nice upbringing in a small town, but from what I hear it's a growing city now. I highly recommend the Prince William County area. Plenty of room for a good plot of land if that's what your pops is looking for.
I grew up in Manassas, Virginia. It was a nice upbringing in a small town, but from what I hear it's a growing city now. I highly recommend the Prince William County area. Plenty of room for a good plot of land if that's what your pops is looking for.
BenroadsI live in Fairfax county and the schools are pretty good. Most if not all FCPS schools have an "Academy" program where you can go to other schools that offer different classes. If you're into IT stuff I highly recommend you take Network Administration at Marshall HS. By far the best class i've ever taken period. Got to go to NGIA for a field trip. iirc TJ is the only magnet school in the district but many of them offer AP and IB classes. Internet is pretty decent here, I get 75/35 with Fios and it's consistent for the most part. Can't really speak on land pricing since I know next to nothing about it.
Really useful, thanks. I'm definitely looking for math/CS heavy schools, so TJ looks like it would be perfect. Given by the policies on their site I would probably go to a normal HS for a year, before having the ability to apply, so another good high school would be good to know, though I probably wouldn't get the best of in just one year. Schools are probably my primary concern, and specific location doesn't matter so long as it's in the general area. Arlington seems to be the best county as of now, given that my father would be commuting in that area, and it's under TJ's umbrella.
[quote=Benroads]I live in Fairfax county and the schools are pretty good. Most if not all FCPS schools have an "Academy" program where you can go to other schools that offer different classes. If you're into IT stuff I highly recommend you take Network Administration at Marshall HS. By far the best class i've ever taken period. Got to go to NGIA for a field trip. iirc TJ is the only magnet school in the district but many of them offer AP and IB classes. Internet is pretty decent here, I get 75/35 with Fios and it's consistent for the most part. Can't really speak on land pricing since I know next to nothing about it.[/quote]
Really useful, thanks. I'm definitely looking for math/CS heavy schools, so TJ looks like it would be perfect. Given by the policies on their site I would probably go to a normal HS for a year, before having the ability to apply, so another good high school would be good to know, though I probably wouldn't get the best of in just one year. Schools are probably my primary concern, and specific location doesn't matter so long as it's in the general area. Arlington seems to be the best county as of now, given that my father would be commuting in that area, and it's under TJ's umbrella.
fieldsturtsmcgurtsi'll just post here instead of making a new thread.
on the 22nd i'm going to be driving/moving to pennsylvania from california. anyone know what's fun around there?
state_college
pitts_burgh
And if you want to party, lancaster_county
If you go to pittsburgh i can highly recommend a peruvian restaurant in the strip district called "Chicken Latino" that is excellent. Also in Squirrel Hill theres a cafe called "61c" after the bus, and its hot chocolate is a gift from the heavens.
^ i have a lot of friends in squirrel hill. never been there but they say its pretty cool.
[quote=fields][quote=turtsmcgurts]i'll just post here instead of making a new thread.
on the 22nd i'm going to be driving/moving to pennsylvania from california. anyone know what's fun around there?[/quote]
state_college
pitts_burgh
And if you want to party, lancaster_county
If you go to pittsburgh i can highly recommend a peruvian restaurant in the strip district called "Chicken Latino" that is excellent. Also in Squirrel Hill theres a cafe called "61c" after the bus, and its hot chocolate is a gift from the heavens.[/quote]
^ i have a lot of friends in squirrel hill. never been there but they say its pretty cool.