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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Here's another way to think about it op.  No one (it seems) hesitates to put their child on a travel soccer (or whatever other sport) if the kid tries out and is selected.  This also involves leaving the regular teammates behind, longer driving to practices/games, and increased expectations.  Why would so many regularly chose this type of differentiation in order for a kid's skills to be best cultivated, yet hesitate when it comes to educational opportunities?
I know that in out competitive community many parents claim they would never put their child into an hgc and, behind the scenes lobby the school to appeal the hgc rejection.  I say this as a cautionary tale. Don't put too much stake into your child's elementary school friendships at the cost of his/her opportunities. After all, kids make friend's easily and, do you really remember your 4th grade classmates names?  [/quote]

I know more than just a  few parents that have decided not to accept spots on travel sports teams for reasons you list? Just sayin...[/quote]

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