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G&T?  Test-in?  These are wholly alien concepts to DCPS and you will hear a whole host of outraged exceptions dare you even speak of such things.

But, if you do indeed have a math-talented child, currently the best bet is BASIS, given they are the most well-equipped for accommodating truly math-talented children, i.e. Algebra in 5th grade, Calculus by 8th grade and well beyond (impossible in any other school in the district or burbs).  [/quote]

To DCPS yes, but not to every school.  Times are changing.  At Brent's PTA meeting last week, the principal announced that, as of the fall, upper grades math classes will all be held at the same times during the week, enabling a 3rd grader who can handle 4th grade math to "loop up" a grade, or even two grades.  Also, 5th graders who can handle 6th grade math will now work with their own teacher, even if there are only a few kids being pulled out.  The six-figure PTA is paying for the pullout instruction.

I'm sure the math at BASIS is wonderful, just not sold a a middle school without outdoor space, a gym, a stage, real sports teams, decent art room, band/orchestra....
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