She's obviously an individual with exceptional ability.
A couple of our kids are in engineering and computer programming and received merit scholarships, but another of our kids works relentlessly at math yet can't seem to rise past the average level. On the other hand, the first time he took the SATs he got an 800 on the verbal side of the test. We have a 9 yo who breezed through algebra I, and an 8th grader who struggles with pre-algebra. All taught at home, so can't blame the differences on instruction, or bad materials, or lack of time on task. I agree that practice is essential (particularly in our weak areas) but don't believe it can raise us above our natural limits.
Why do liberal educators think that practice in sports and music is good but homework (i.e. practice !) in academic subjects is bad?
I've been under the impression that kids are getting lots of homework these days, and that it's the parents who are complaining. My niece (in kindergarten!) has nightly homework, which seems ridiculous.
Ultimately when parents (such as yourself) value education, their children will absorb their values.
Well she is smart but primarily she is a very conscientious student! She would tell you that she just works harder then everyone else. One thing I have noticed regarding her she is very well organized when it comes to studying. Something I wasn’t when I was her age. She would say she does well because she works at it not because of any innate exceptional ability. Then she will claim that the average college student puts in so little effort, that any serious effort puts you way above them!
You should hear her chemistry TA stories!