Which strategy is most effective in fostering a positive transition for a 12-year-old highly gifted student moving to high school?

• A. Creating an arrangement that allows participation in middle school athletics while pursuing high school-level academics
• B. Advising the student to forego participation in high school athletics in favor of a personal fitness program
• C. Suggesting that the student be allowed to participate in high school athletics in the role of team and/or equipment manager
• D. Recommending the student participate in only one sport

Answer: (A)