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Not saying a kid who took extra math on the outside and likes math competitions isn't not worthy. But so is the kid in algebra I who enjoys stem but doesn’t take outside math or compete. Those two students are both advanced and worthy of a STEM magnet school. [/quote]

If TJ had unlimited capacity, I would agree with you.  Since it doesn't, admitting algebra I kids who enjoy stem will bump out kids who are more advanced in math and more active in stem.  The main difference is that the algebra II kid who competes in math contests will not be able to find adequate coursework or high level competition teams at the base school.[/quote]

Hmm. We agree then that the scarcity of resources is an issue. But I contend it should not cause an academic arms race where children (or rather maybe their parents) are rewarded for constantly raising the bar. Good for them and their hard work. But as far as admissions it keeps the majority of students unable to keep up. And that’s the goal for many, isn’t it? Make a prestigious program and create an admission scheme that keeps the majority of families unable to compete. This has been many years in the making.

If TJ were replicated and expanded so as every advanced stem student could take part many parents would lose their mind. The prestige would be gone. They want an exclusive program where they know they can give their child an advantage at getting in.  These types have been moving to this area for years. And they have created a monster that I believe even deep down they think is ridiculous. [/quote]

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