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[quote=Anonymous]OP,

It is unreasonable to expect the school to make up for this.  If you are unwilling to homeschool or hire a private tutor, then forget about it.

I know people have moved in order to be near the best instructors in dance--and, the child lost interest in dancing.  I know of a kid who changed schools so he could be on a "better" sports team and get a better crack at playing in college.  He did play in college--but not at a competitive level.  And, he likely would have had the same opportunity at his original high school.  And, I know many, many who have paid for special instruction for their kids.

If DD is truly a prodigy and genuinely wants to pursue this sport, you should be realistic about this.  Why?  Because she loves it or because she wants to "be an ice skater in the Olympics?"  Be realistic.

Look at all the kids who have this dream and never make it.

It is your family that needs to decide this.  You must make it work--not the school.  And, you cannot expect her to have PE or Art every day while she is away.  The school cannot be expected to adapt their schedule to yours.  It must be vice versa.

Most kids I know who are super talented, do their training BEFORE school in the mornings.  Have you considered that option?[/quote]

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