For another kid with a midyear skip, the sending class made a scrapbook for her and she sat in front of the class and received it and was "special" while the teacher explained to the class where she was going. They all said good-bye.
Good point. If you do choose to skip mid-year, ask the teachers not to say anything about it - just fade out before the break, and 'This is your New Classmate George' when he enters the new classroom.
When my DS changed schools mid-year, the teacher told the class the day before, which worked out well. DS's classmates had an opportunity to say good-bye, and to give him little notes. One girl gave him a very special and thoughtful little goodbye gift. I think it was good in our situation for the kids to be able to say their goodbyes. I think it will probably depend on your kiddo's personality whether you want to ask the teacher to make a big deal, no deal, or something in between, out of any mid-year skip.
