Not sure how you got this impression, the concluding paragraph is "However, we are not the only other option. Other options students have are to become involved

Not sure how you got this impression, the concluding paragraph is "However, we are not the only other option. Other options students have are to become involved in extracurricular programs, such as math teams. Math contests should be selected with some care: those that encourage mass memorization or just test standard curricular tools tend to exacerbate the ills of the calculus trap rather than enhance problem-solving ability. Students can also pursue independent study if they are able to find mentors. University professors are occasionally willing to fill this role to some degree. There are also many summer programs and good books for extracurricular study, and some communities have developed grassroots programs to provide opportunities for eager students. These options are usually not as easy as “enroll in the next course,” but they will be far more rewarding than settling into the calculus trap." Also these articles are normally targeted to those already invested in the AoPS ecosystem, whether it be books, courses, or their forums.