I am often asked, "Is it better Freshman year of High School for my child to be advanced in math and science, or do colleges prefer staying on track and getting a strong GPA?" This is an excellent question. Of course colleges want students to excell to the more advanced classes. However, if a student is only achieving a low B, C or even a D as a Freshman in Geometry and Biology, what was the point of this move? This now means that your son/daughter has gaps in the curriculum. Especially for math, where foundation skills are so critical, the student will have a harder time achieving the "A" grades later on in math. My advise: Make sure the Algebra 1 foundation is solid. Taking Algebra 1 as a Freshman and earning the "A" solidifies their knowledge for further success. And yes, the colleges would rather see the "A" in Algebra than the "C" in Geometry.
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