apm221-
Hugs to your DS!
DD8 is an extrovert, DS5 is much more introverted and sensitive - my two DC also just have very different strengths and personalities.
Would your DD be able to "watch out" for your DS a bit on the playground, etc.? That would be nice! My DD is a pretty strong personality and she would NOT tolerate anyone picking on her brother (that's her job
). Does your DS know her friends? Would they also keep a friendly eye out for him? It doesn't hurt for a few older kids to say "hi" to your DS as they walk past him every day (other children your DS's age may be "impressed" that he knows the older children).
So far, my DD and DS have not had the same teachers. Also, they are just such different personalities, I don't know that the teachers would "compare" them.
Hopefully, this switch will be great for your DS! Please let us know how he is doing!
