Anonymous wrote:For students who dont like or want the calculus path, what alternate options exist at TJ? I understand for 8th grade algebra1 students entering TJ, geometry and then Algebra-2 is required. But after that, is student required to take more math?

None, Calculus is a graduation requirement from TJ.

If your kid does not like math and is not interested in Calculus, don’t go to TJ. Why would you apply to a STEM school if you don’t like Math? That is the M in STEM. And it is needed for the T, technology, and E, engineering. I fail to understand the logic that would lead someone to apply to TJ that is not strong in math but I am even more baffled that a kid who doesn’t like math would apply to the most math intensive school in the County.

Anonymous wrote:For students who dont like or want the calculus path, what alternate options exist at TJ? I understand for 8th grade algebra1 students entering TJ, geometry and then Algebra-2 is required. But after that, is student required to take more math?

Calc is required at TJ. I think just AP Calc AB though.

This post is a prank right? Like calling butcher shop and asking if they sell sprouts?

For students who dont like or want the calculus path, what alternate options exist at TJ? I understand for 8th grade algebra1 students entering TJ, geometry and then Algebra-2 is required. But after that, is student required to take more math?

Absolutely do not go to TJ. My kids loves math and is an absolute genius. He struggles very much so to barely get As in their classes. Nut it's not just that so many other classes also require math or math-like stuff (physics, engineering, etc). Your kid will be miserable.

Why would anyone apply to TJ if they don’t like math, science, or computers/technology? It makes no sense at all. My kids are all Stem kids, if there was a special school for writing/history that is harder than normal
High school and required more advanced essay writing they would never apply.

I’m a big fan of TJ for math/science inclined kids. If you kid dislikes math it’s going to be rough.

Anonymous wrote:Does FCPS have no IB program for gifted kids who prefer humanities?

Torturing them at TJ seems ridiculous.

There are IB schools in FCPS that a student can principal place into but parents have to drive them if the school is not their base school. And IB still requires SL or HL math and science classes, it is not like you get to skip those subjects. An AP school will work just fine for a humanities kid.

Does FCPS have no IB program for gifted kids who prefer humanities?

Torturing them at TJ seems ridiculous.

Anonymous wrote:My DC is all around solid student, quick to learn, independent but does not enjoy math, has not done coding and not sure about what career path to take. Has interest in business and leadership. Open to science but not a strong suit. How to pick courses in TJ with this background?

This is us. dc hates math. Nobody told us calculus was required to graduate from TJ. Returned to base school and happy with meeting the algebra2 minimum graduation requirement. There is more to life than turning it into a nightmare with unnecessary math one may never actually use. Get to do year round sports instead of staying buried in homework every night.

Anonymous wrote:My sibling went to TJ with this profile. Hated every minute, but is grateful for the career boost TJ provided in a later law career...

Too many layers/years of variables between law career and high school Sure, if you think TJ helps.
As everyone knows the humanity requirement at TJ is lower than base high school.

Anonymous wrote:My DC is all around solid student, quick to learn, independent but does not enjoy math, has not done coding and not sure about what career path to take. Has interest in business and leadership. Open to science but not a strong suit. How to pick courses in TJ with this background?

This is also my child. TJ is hard for the kid, but DC wants to stay at TJ. A gifted kid does not have to be gifted in just Math and Science.

My sibling went to TJ with this profile. Hated every minute, but is grateful for the career boost TJ provided in a later law career...

I am going to get some popcorn to see the advice given to this troll.....

My DC is all around solid student, quick to learn, independent but does not enjoy math, has not done coding and not sure about what career path to take. Has interest in business and leadership. Open to science but not a strong suit. How to pick courses in TJ with this background?