"Having fewer students has made the school experience even worse for the remaining students. For example, they no longer have enough students interested to be able to offer certain extracurricular activities."
"I feel like they are betraying our community and what I thought were our shared values, and I don't know how to continue with the friendships, nor do I really desire to."
"I'm trying not to be petty and hold this against them, but I'm honestly heartbroken and don't know how to act."
A parent expresses frustration over friends leaving a struggling school due to recent issues, feeling betrayed and heartbroken. They value their community and friendships but struggle with the departure of close friends. The parent is conflicted about maintaining relationships while feeling disappointed. They seek advice on how to navigate these friendships and the impact on their children. Honest communication about feelings is suggested as a way to address the situation and preserve relationships.
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