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[quote=Anonymous]OP here... thank you for you input. I have a much better idea of what to expect now.

I wish there wasn't such an emphasis on memorizing math facts. I understand it is important to know them but when I was in advanced studies as a kid they focused much more on the how and why than memorizing facts. There wasn't the constant pressure to know one concrete answer, instead we had to explain why answers made sense and apply them to everyday experiences. They also incorporated a lot of art and science into math. I developed a love and understanding of mathematical concepts that carried over into adulthood. 
I could be wrong but it seems like back then teacher's saw gifted students as tomorrow's problem solvers and CEO's. There was a real emphasis on building confidence and encouraging thoughtful "out of the box" answers and unique ideas.

I hope I'm wrong but FFX  AAP seems to be simply offering the curriculum at an accelerated rate. I wonder if that is going to foster the kind of growth these kids have the potential to achieve.

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