my son just got into a private school with many gifted students but it is $18k a year and we didn't qualify for financial aid. We are happy about his admission but we are freaking out because it will mean so much change to everyone in the family if he goes there. But for once, it is nice to have options, even if they are some we cannot afford.
I know that feeling of unanticipated costs. We are pretty much in the same boat. We're opting to try the gifted school next year and see how it goes. Keep in mind if you choose that route, you'd only be committing for a year. It may be a great fit, or maybe it isn't for him.
