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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]You do realize that the kids described above are few and far between. These kids would make up around 1/4 of an incoming class at TJ. As for the rest, they'll  need to practice. When a few schools are offering clubs or provide opportunities like CML IN CLASS when others don't, that's not fair.[/quote]

Having a robust middle school math club will make a difference for TJ admissions.  Attending outside tutoring will make a difference.  Practicing for the TJ test will make a difference.  CML in elementary school will do absolutely nothing to help a kid get into TJ.  There are plenty of iniquities in the system, but CML is not one of them.  It's not a test that will kindle a love of math, detect previously unnoticed talent, or develop problem solving skills in any meaningful way.  Honestly, CML, MOEMS, and even things like word masters are completely meaningless and only given in school so the principal can brag about the school or as a way to placate helicopter parents.  None of these contests do anything meaningful for the children.  [/quote]

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