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These two items aren’t mutually exclusive. It’s possible to do activities AND have a high GPA. Some would argue that the activities themselves could have the benefit of helping to acieve a higher GPA (more structured study/HW time, enhanced knowledge through the activities themselves, etc.). </p>
<p>With your D’s SAT scores I doubt that she’ll have any problem doing both. If she feels she’s starting to take on a bit too much she can always cut back accordingly.</p>
<p>My D did all APs Junior year and it can be a tough schedule but she managed fine and still was able to do varsity tennis, Academic League, etc. There are many similar examples on this board.</p>