Anonymous wrote:My DC has the option of joining this competition through school but I'm wondering if DC is too young (7yo, second grade). Any advice or your past experience would be helpful. Thanks!
Starting in 2nd grade is ideal for becoming acquainted with Division 1, learning the process, participating as a team member, and building connections with other team members. By 3rd and 4th grade, they can start taking on more responsibilities within the team, attempt a different problem type each year, etc. With three years of experience, they will be well-prepared to form a committed team and be highly competitive in 5th grade.