Gifted Issues Discussion homepage Forums Parenting and Advocacy how do i "shop principals"?

I happen to be in agreement with Val and MoN. Let your, er-- cynicism be your guide, as that ludicrous Disney cricket probably never intended to say, but should have.


When you hear platitudes, make the next thing that comes out of your mouth be...

"Oh? What do you mean?"

or

"That sounds {positive adjective of choice}. Can you give me some specific examples?"

If you get an enthusiastic-- or thoughtful-- response which doesn't sound rehearsed or put-upon, that's a good sign. If you get hemming and hawing, or more platitudes... RUN.


I've also learned that "We have a lot of experience with kids way outside the mainstream" can be code for "we have a lot of kids with very serious behavioral/conduct issues." Just a head's up on that one.