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[quote=Anonymous]It is true that it’s much more common to skip grades in early elementary vs. late elementary or middle. I don’t see it as a red flag necessarily, it’s just unusual. There is a big shift in maturity in MS that is often still happening in 9th, but if you feel your child is mature for their age and isn’t having any social issues at their current school, I don’t see why it would cause a greater issue now. Of course there’s always the possibility of social misfires entering any new HS, but I don’t think the chances of a problem are necessarily greater for your child than anyone else. I would think the school would be able to get a read on “maturity and social development” through the interview, evidence of extracurricular involvement, and essay answers—which often ask about interactions with friends or other students.

I don’t personally know anything about Gilman or its selectiveness, but it never hurts to spread a broader net. Basically it comes down to, is your public an acceptable option if your child doesn’t get in? If not, expand your search to be safe. If you’re ok with public as a fall back, only apply to schools that you truly prefer to your public. [/quote]

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