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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I think IB is where advanced math hits a roadblock.  In the webinar that FCPS held for Alg in 6th grade, the head of Instructional Design (Dr. Reilly, ex-Mclean HS Principal) asked parents of kids who are zoned for IB high schools to "really think about whether this is right" for the child, almost discouraging the path for students who will pursue IB because it sets them up for having to wait several years before being able to the math IB exam (which isn't a good idea).  She flat out said that it's probably "not a good idea" during the webinar.  [/quote]

Well then AP should be offered at all schools. Did they say if that is going to happen? Cause word on the street is Algebra will be offered at all ES in the next few years. [/quote]

I’ll believe that when I see it.  Majority of 8th graders in this country can’t even pass pre algebra [/quote]

It will be offered. Doesn’t mean all 6th graders will take it. [/quote]

I doubt it will be offered at many schools.  Doubt it.  There aren’t enough kids qualified to take it in 6th.  While they could theoretically join in the 7th or 8th graders for Alg I, now the school is obligated to offer geometry and Alg II.  There just aren’t enough kids filling those classes in middle school. Maybe at select schools..but widespread, no way.  They can’t even find enough lunch ladies. [/quote]

There are currently 500-700 6th graders currently taking it in the county with only 20 schools. So if they keep the same requirements then there will be enough kids to qualify. My school is not a pilot but based off current requirements, 1/2 of the 6th grade AAP class would be able to take it. [/quote]

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