<p>Ok so I got my math class placement in the mail for freshman year and they said I am taking accelerated geometry and trigonometry next fall. I mean I was really excited that I got a high placement class but I am scared like what if I am the only ninth grader in the class cause that would be awkward -.- I am no math prodigy...I don't even think I did that well in the test how the heck did I get accelerated geometry and trig as a freshman :o</p>
<p>(btw my school has 4 levels in math which are regular, honors, accelerated, and AP) :( </p>
<p>What if I fail! Gaaaahhh -.- Should I be worried? </p>
<p>They obviously placed you there for a reason, just don’t underestimate yourself, make sure to go to the teacher with help/Qs, go to tutoring when needed and make a study group or find someone like you to help each other out! It’s perfectly normal to be worried </p>
<p>The placement tests have been designed and written specifically for instances like these. You’ll be fine. Go to the teacher for help, and don’t be afraid to use the resources provided to you in the student help center or tutoring organizations. And, lastly, it’s not a bad thing to get two weeks into the class and (during an Add/Drop period) say, “You know what, I’m really thankful I got to try this out, but I’m just not prepared enough. Can I drop down a level?” The school will be willing to help you out and get you into a comfortable but challenging class.</p>
<p>The odds that you will be the only freshman in the class are very low. Boarding school math classes frequently have kids from different years–none of the upperclassmen will think it’s awkward if their are a few freshmen in the class. If it’s too much, you can drop down a level pretty quickly without much fuss. You’ll figure it all out once you get there (and your advisor, teacher, dorm parents and peers will be there to help you examine your options, and your family will be available by phone/skype.). In the meantime, try not to make yourself too crazy.</p>
<p>@Albion I know the chances of this happening are very small, but under what circumstances do students move up a level and how exactly would they go about doing this?</p>
<p>During orientation they might cover this. If there is ever a question about a level for a class (like math or language) you can talk to your teacher and advisor. Most teachers want you to be in the proper level and sometimes adjustments need to be made. Math placement tests are usually good indicators of where you should be.</p>
<p>I was in Accelerated Geometry and Trig my freshman year at Kent. The class is mostly freshman and if you need to switch out, then it is easy to do so by speaking with the department head but they do advise trying the class out for a bit. I don’t love Math and it was a challenging class but I did learn a LOT. Hope this helps!</p>