What changes when he is identified as gifted by this test?
What benefits will he get from this peice of paper?
Thanks
Jen
Hi Jen,
It's great that you are asking yourself these questions. It doesn't sound like any changes will take place bases on the designation, but perhaps it would protect you if you wanted to consider a switch to public school in the future.
For example: Lets say that a new boy moves to your son's school, and decides he wants to bully your son. Everything you try to get the school to end the behavior fails. You request that the boys be seperated next year. The school is small and can't comply. You might be ready to try the public school. If you have the paperwork, then you can at least talk to the public schools and see what they offer.
For example: For reasons totally beyond your control, you have to move far enough away that a change in school is nescessary. If you have the paperwork, and some idea of LOG, you have a head start in trying to find a new school, and you have some idea of how much of a priority to make finding a school that will truly meet your son's needs.
But there is no national policy, or even theoretical agreement on the following:
'what is gifted'
'what kinds of gifted are there'
'what must we do for gifted'
none
zero
ziltch
So, you may want to thank your stars for the school's flexibility and drop the matter.
Best Wishes,
Grinity
