<p>unicameral2013, I simply disagree with the way you talk to parents here, parents who love their children and are concerned for their futures. I’m assuming you don’t have children of your own. Things will look different if/when you do…</p>
<p>Knowing that Calculus knocks down the GPA/rank of the majority of students who take it, and that if they don’t intend to go into a math/science related field they may never even take it in college IS a consideration…yes, 5 years ahead. Especially at a HS that offers weighted grade Algebra I. Same credit as Calculus…and I’ve always advised my students (who were in geometry in 8th grade) that unless it is a money issue, take Calculus again in college instead of taking the AP credit anyway.</p>
<p>PS This thread is/was about the NMF appeals process. I will be sending my letter to NMC, from the viewpoint of a parent and a teacher.</p>