I believe one reason some teachers don�t want to subject accelerate or grade accelerate is if they do, it will set a precedence of accommodation. They want the kids to comply with the structure of their classroom and make their system run smoothly.

I agree that there is power in numbers. However, most kids that we are acquainted with in our town are bright or some level of gifted. (I am in a minority of the parents here because I only have a bachelor�s degree). Most parents are perfectly happy as long as their children are making A�s and scoring high on the state tests. It seems that high grades are valued more than overcoming a challenge. Perfectionism is rampant!

What are the opinions of most gifted parents you know?