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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Having a one time - teacher decided- decision is horrible. Based on whether your kid made the cut or not tracks them all the way through high school.  The kids in compact math will feel smarter and "good at math".  As a society, we need to increase opportunities for students to excel in stem classes (especially girls).  Unfortunately, this one shot decision made by only one elemetary teacher will have long term effects. [/quote]

Well, some people are complaining that 2.0 is already too difficult for some kids, that not everyone is the same, that kids should be taught "at their level", so your idea wouldn't appeal to some people.  Others would agree with you and have stated that we should have HGC available for everyone, too.

If your kid is on track under 2.0, your kid will take Algebra by 8th, and Calculus by 12th.  That's pretty advanced.  Kids in compacted math will take Algebra by 7th.  Most kids are not ready for Algebra by 7th.  If your kid is good at math but not in compacted math, your kid will be just fine as far as math is concerned and being on the "normal" track will not negatively impact their love of STEM.  However, pushing or artificially making your kid good at math *may* negatively impact their attitude on STEM subjects.[/quote]

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