Gifted Issues Discussion homepage Forums Parenting and Advocacy How do I talk to the teachers? Want a good plan.

The frustration is just part of the game, I'm afraid. You have a couple of options.

Wait and see how the first few weeks of next year go.

Follow the line and speak to her superior.

Find a different school.

Homeschool.

Unfortunately none of them are great choices. It's sooo hard to try and define your child to people that just don't get it. And you're right about the teacher being defensive. Somehow they see it as a personal attack if their class isn't good enough. I don't have any great advice but ultimately you'll find something that works, have faith.