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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote]NP here who is also interested in what's offered at the middle school level. (I posted earlier today asking about what "intensified" courses were offered at the middle school level.) 
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There is differentiation, but it is much more subtle. There are higher level math classes. Kids that were in FLES in elementary go to transitional Spanish until they hit a language arts option in 7th. I know that several science-advanced kids are in a special cluster (not advertised.) None of this is a formal AAP program, of course. Even though my kid was identified as "gifted" in elementary, I'm frankly sick of thinking about what it means. It's easy to get hysterical wondering if you will somehow fail your kid if you don't give them the absolute most specialized attention possible. It's just not feasible in public school and may not be in most privates, as well.

I finally asked myself, is my kid happy or bored? What is the quality of the teaching across the board? And are there enough enrichment opportunities through clubs, specials etc. to satisfy a growing intellect? We have been satisfied that our APS middle school is answering those questions positively. Anything additional DC may need will be provided by us.[/quote]

Wow, you are so reasonable, such a rarity when this topic comes up.[/quote]

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