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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I would not encourage a student who is taking Algebra 1 in 8th grade to attend TJ. They will not receive the benefit of attending the TJ only classes because they will not have the necessary math, which will hold them back on taking some of the needed science classes. I think the admissions needs to require geometry at a minimum for TJ. I know that there are people who argue that Geometry might not be enough for TJ, in order to get into some of the more advanced offerings but there are not enough kids in 8th grade taking past Geometry to fill a class, I suspect that Geometry is fine.

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Many parents here will encourage you to drop. This is not because it necessarily is in your child's interest but to create waitlist movement. They would not offer you a spot if your child was not in a strong position to do well. I would honestly reach out to TJ staff for more direct feedback.[/quote]

This is bad advice.

First question, why are they taking algebra in 8th?

If they didn't test in them they may not be a good match.

If they tested in but weren't interested enough in math to take algebra in 7th, they may not be a good match

What other reason is there for taking algebra in 8th?

[b]The math at TJ is no joke.  They expect you to teach yourself a lot of the math, almost like a college class.[/b]  [/quote]

The bolded is absolutely, 100% true. It can be a huge shift.[/quote]

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