<p>My D is a second year student in college planning to be a Math major. I had to fight tooth and nail to get her into honors geometry in 9th grade. She had a high B and was not recommended for the class by her teacher. I never regretted that decision.</p>
<p>For my younger D, I may not fight the same fight (even though her grades this year are comparable to her sister’s) because she does not like math. She’s good at it, but dislikes it. I really think the answer to the OP’s question depends on the individual child involved.</p>