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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]FWIW, CTY summer camp falls in the enrichment category, not supplementation. It doesn't get you ahead in core subjects; it is usually just a fun class that is totally different from what you usually do in school. The camps are mostly a way for kids to meet other kids with similar academic interests. A bully free environment for smart kids to be themselves. You will also find kids from AAP and MD magnets and private schools there.

The CTY on line classes can be used as supplementation, but are crazy expensive. I'd only use that for subjects a kid was REALLY into that are not within any school's curriculum at your child's grade level.

So neither of these is necessary for a kid to get in the advanced track at DCPS schools (to OP's question); but a kid who already is may enjoy them if you can afford it and the kid wants to do the extra work.[/quote]

Not sure I agree. In our experience, CTY math constitutes supplementation, with much tougher offerings than the DCPS elementary and middle school math curriculum.

Which advanced track at DCPS schools? There isn't an advanced track in DCPS middle schools, or GT support services, even at Deal, other than for 7th grade math. At Stuart Hobson, kids take remedial classes or at-grade level "honors" classes. You're talking about AP classes at Wilson? Half the kids in them shouldn't be there because they can't handle advanced work. Anybody can sign up. Same with International Baccalaureate at Banneker. No need to knock yourself out to get your teen on DCPS "advanced tracks."

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I have no doubt there would be different experiences within DCPS, and didn't mean to suggest otherwise. But to OP's question, supplementation of core subjects is not necessary everywhere. You are misinformed about Deal, and misunderstand the IB and AP policy in DCPS. Everyone can take it; not everyone will pass. If your school is not preparing your child for these classes, then you should knock yourself out to get them ready ... because a lot of their classmates are ready (without supplementation).

And my point about CTY is that camps are enrichment subjects; on line classes are supplementation and enrichment.[/quote]

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