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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My kid has Bs in Algebra and yes we are going to repeat it in HS - to improve the grade and ask because the class was so poorly taught that he needs to redo it. [/quote]

Don’t do this, especially due to a B.  That means your kid understands the majority of content.  They will be at a significant disadvantage when applying for college if they don’t get to calculus by 12th grade.  Do a summer algebra class online if you think the class was taught poorly.  [/quote]

Unless they are interested in STEM degrees, they will not be at a significant disadvantage if they don’t take Calculus. Only 20% of US HS students complete Calculus. It is more about the major that the kid is interested in then the college.

I would say not to do it because you are sending a signal that a B is not acceptable even if your kid worked hard ot earn that B. There are summer programs kids can take to help solidify skills, RSM has one that is 2 weeks long, it is a few hours a day during the week. I think some kids take it to prepare for the next class and some take it to solidify what they learned. I would go that path if you are interested in solidifying his math skills. Or get a tutor to work with over the summer. [/quote]

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