I think shes feeling a bit better this year, because she made the school basketball and track teams, so she feels a bit more "popular" but still, she says she does not want to "disturb the balance of geekhood and popularity." Wow. I was never in gifted programs or anything, but I don't think being smart is anything to be ashamed of
Basset - your DD would not feel as accepted by her geeky friends if she's in sports? I hope she continues to diversify her portfolio or be a hybrid or a cross-over artist or otherwise defy being labelled or pigeon-holed. It's a very important skill to develop at her age. She obviously has the goods to be a multi-dimensional, capable, confident, dynamic person. Good luck with her - you must be very proud of her!
