Ohmigosh! I'm so anxious, I can't even concentrate!

[murielm99]

6. Don't let her be crushed.

My two older kids went to our state's math and science academy when they were in high school. It opened doors for them, and was a very positive experience.

Our youngest did not make it. While she was disappointed, her life did not suffer. She made it through our small, rural high school and was salutatorian. She was part of the honors program at Iowa State, and graduated with honors. She made several honors societies. She became a caucus leader, and met every Democratic politician under the sun. (Iowa gets everyone). Later, she studied in Bolivia and lived in Mexico. She has the job she wants, because she speaks Spanish.

I came to believe that our Illinois Math and Science Academy made the right decision. Her talent is languages, and a couple of other things. She thrived in college, and is thriving now.

There is life beyond a magnet school rejection! Tell your daughter to do well where she is, and go on to make the life choices that suit her future best. Hugs and best of luck to you and your daughter!