We're pretty new to the young scholars. I'm hoping to attend the DYS summit. I want for DS to make some friends- meet a new group of kids and possibly find some common interests. Our school is amazing, so the issues with "giftedness" have mainly been social. DS has some social challenges anyway, and his intellect is starting make him feel different/isolated from the other kids.
The consultant was amazing to talk with re: educational options. Kids in the upper ranges of IQ may need different educational settings as they progress- for instance a K public or private may work fine, but fall apart in first grade or beyond. Gifted kids need advocates, and Davidson can help or provide suggestions.
Also, if we ever move/transfer, and I want to consider a highly regarded private school in a more urban area (quite possible), being a DYS may help in the application process.
