Originally Posted by TuffToodle
do what is required and not much more
Correct. This where being familiar with both state laws and school policies are necessary.

Originally Posted by TuffToodle
they will cooperate
They may cooperate best if you learn and adopt effective advocacy approaches (as opposed to "pushing").

Originally Posted by TuffToodle
i have run up against the school on previous issues
This is unfortunate. It may raise a question as to whether you may now be planning to weaponize your child's high test scores, for use against the school.