So sorry about the district idiocy. What, they can't keep him safe in the middle school for 1 class? I would challenge them on that particular issue up front.
Cat
I have to agree with Catalana here. Is their Middle School really so out of control that they can't allow an 8-year-old in for even a fifty-minute math class? This doesn't say much for their ability to run the school.
I would directly address with the super. that you feel like this is being dismissed because you think one person involved is basing her decision on her own personal feelings and experiences. Say that while she is entitled to her opinion, she should not be making educational decisions for other peoples' children based on such anecdotal evidence and that it is unprofessional to do so. Point out all of the solid education research out there supporting acceleration and state to the super.
I'm not sure this could be stated any better! I agree completely.
Val
