Montgomery Blair Magnet

Swimkidsdad
Sun, 17 Feb 2013 13:15:03 +0000

I have several comments after reading this thread

OP- You say your D does not start to study until 8 pm. I think it would be prudent to reduce her ECs. It would give her a better chance to completely master the subjects she was being taught in school (necessary to be admitted to a top ranked college) and reduce her stress level and risk of burnout.

Do these magnet schools not allow the student to select their own course curriculum? If so then I would think that by carefully selecting courses to meet the interests and abilities of the student you would allow the student to both excel in the classroom while reducing the students stress level. I don’t believe it is necessary for a gifted STEM student who wished to pursue an MD-PhD program to take all AP humanities in high school.

“My older S ignored the competitive aspects and focused on what he wanted to learn. He was happier and more successful than we imagined possible.” – One of the best pieces of advice that I have seen on CC.