DS6 made the move to 2nd grade 1 month ago. He is coasting by- especially in math. I KNOW he needs the writing instruction and language arts of 2nd grade. Socially, he is doing ok but he is very introverted and I'm not sure he is fitting in 100%. On the WISC-IV, his GAI was 143 with his PR score significantly higher than VC. He "gets" math concepts right away and can't seem to bear the practice and repetition that goes on in 2nd grade.
I feel like attending public school builds social skills and provides highly skilled teachers- I would love see him "find his place." I hate to doubt his intellectual capabilities- but I find it so difficult to understand why he can't relax and be patient with learning alongside his peers. It took effort to move him up the grade and I was hoping that would help his feelings about school.
For those that have struggled with school issues- any recommendations on which way to turn? Do we seek more challenge for him academically? (like going to another grade for math?) Or do we seek some counseling to help him deal with his feelings and intensity? I don't know many other parents of gifted kids (I've never brought up testing data with other parents because that would feel awkward) but I'm beginning to feel like were are hitting another education wall. I'm sorry to say it.... but I don't understand my own child and have limited experience.
