We aren't talking about Mozart. We are talking about kids who have not had quality pre-k, kids who may not be able to concentrate because they are hungry, kids who live daily with the threat of violence. It is not rocket science to improve the outcome for these kids, and it is in society's best interest to do so. (see Harlem Children's Zone).

Re: the implications for gifted children, it is clear that many parents face long battles advocating for an appropriate education for their child. It seems clear that there are gifted children who are being left behind because their parents cannot afford private testing and because they cannot miss work to meet with schol officials. Parents may value hard work and educational success but they probably also value having food and water and electricity.