Gifted Issues Discussion homepage Forums Parenting and Advocacy School plan for next year, what do you think?

I think there are a variety of concerns all wrapped up, but I guess since the scheduling is tricky it all becomes moot anyway.

ColinsMum, I agree with you. I see bullying as typically a power type play, and do not think, in general, that a much younger child would be a target, simply because they are not a threat to the social dynamic by and large.

I am starting to accept the district's plan, in part because my DS seems nervous about the middle school (although he is also very excited and happy), far more than he seemed about going up to 5th grade but in his current elementary school. It is not extreme nervousness, but I can see the benefits to having him do just this one class, and not have to deal with room changes and hallways and lockers, etc. Assuming it all goes smoothly (which I fully expect), he will be in a much more confident place to do more the next year.

Thanks so much for the insights! Cat