<p>Thanks for all the suggestions! Thanks for the ideas about individual study!</p>
<p>I guess I didn’t know that the type of questions at these math contests is different from the ACT/SAT. I presumed that some of the same problem solving skills learned in contests would help with standardized tests.</p>
<p>I think S is good at math and secretly enjoys the contests. He just doesn’t want his friends to know. I would like to see the math team have practices, work together as a team and congratulate each other in victory. (Maybe a high five?) Maybe they collectively can help each other understand it is OK to be smart and not try to hide it. </p>
<p>I heard one of the students say he hopes he qualifies for state in only one event. Then he can have more time to play frisbee on the college campus.</p>