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[quote=Anonymous]We enriched because our child was bored and wanted to. He wanted to play soccer, so he played soccer. He wanted to do Scouts, so he does Scouts. He wanted to do math so we found him a class.

It is not about accelerating, it is about following a child's interest. And yes, there is a benefit for school in that he is ready for more advanced math classes and won’t find them particularly hard. He isn’t doing Geometry this summer, he is going to Scout camp and traveling with family.

Ask your kid if they want to do more academic work. If they say yes, find something they enjoy. But do it because your kid is interested and not because you want them to be accelerated. The way I see it, ES math is meant to cater to students at grade level. Enrichment gives kids want more and can handle more an opportunity to challenge themselves. I know some people on this board are very invested in getting kids as far as they can in the math because they think it is important for kids to be years ahead. That isn’t us but you need to do what you think is best for your kid. [/quote]

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