Originally Posted by jholland1203
I spoke with the principal about this. I got a one line email in return stating they do not grant these requests.

This seems like what a principal would do if they just hope you'll drop the issue. There have to be mechanisms in place to accommodate problems. I would follow-up again with the principal, and if you still get an unsatisfactory response, then contact the district superintendent. Never be afraid to rock the boat.
-S.F.

For gifted children, doing nothing is the wrong choice.