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[quote=Anonymous]PP about some retaking algebra and geometry at big 3. Placement tests at big 3 private schools are done after the child is accepted, so they do not impact admissions. He did OK on math part of PPSAT - 80th percentile.  The standard for placement at his Big 3 is much higher than in MCPS. So if there is any doubt that that a student has a complete understanding they recommend retaking the class. One year can be done in private summer school if the teacher agrees. That way the student can still take calculus senior year. There is a huge emphasis in this area about acceleration in math but for colleges completion of Calculus with an excellent grade from a good school ( private or public) and a high SAT math are sufficient for even the top colleges. It does distress me that many A students from MCPS do need to repeat math classes when they transfer to Big 3 schools. I understand that large class sizes are partially to blame. But the curriculum, teacher talent, and grade inflation also may be factors.  I really think, even though people are complaining, that the new elementary school curriculum at MCPS, with far fewer students being accelerated may help when these students reach high school.  Interested in others opinions on this topic.[/quote]

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