<p>Boarding school ought to be a great choice for a STEM-oriented child, and all of these schools are used to seeing exceptionally talented children in the math and science departments. While it’s great that he has raw talent and knows where he kind of wants to end up, it’s important to remember that he does have four to eight years to really figure it out. It’s important that he be a good writer and have a working knowledge of world history, just for the sake of being an educated and well-rounded member of society, and also for his future career. So, while he may not like it, writing papers and researching historical events is something he will have to do. However, boarding school also brings with it a multitude of choices, opportunities, and classes that can and will change his life. These choices will help him with STEM, because he will be able to pick and choose more of his classes, allowing him to advance and be more challenged. So I would keep STEM in mind, but take a look at the humanities departments at schools for a good sense of the overall education and for your son. </p>