((He told us not to blow it, cause you know it's all worthwhile, He told me...))
I say: Do not throw away a good school situation with a teacher that 'gets' your child for an unknown.
I don't know if his teacher gets him, but he really likes my ds, and knows that he is way ahead academically. I think you are right, and even with all the downs, this is a huge positive.
Of course try to switch at the end of the year, but a 'bird in the hand' is an amazing thing for these kids.
What if you don't ever get into the other school? You still will have lots and lots of choices.
yes, so true!
I would say that the best thing to do is for YOU to go and spend time observing the other classroom. Just sit quietly in the back for 40 minutes and see what the other kids are doing. THEN if you just think it would be super, you can see about having DS try it for a day.
This makes sense, I did this at his current school just to see what the day was like and was impressed with his teachers 'manners' in the classroom. Plus, having a male teacher seems to be a real bonus for my son.
Personally, I would put a great teacher in front of anything else,(if the situation is truly healthy for him) as even if the new school is terrific, IT IS NORMAL for great situations to turn into nightmares in about 6 to 12 months, when your kid is HG+, let alone HG+ and highly sensitive.
This is a really interesting thought. I can see why this is so. thanks for this tip!
If you happen to live in a state like PA that has real gifted laws with teeth and recourse, stay the course. 'Let the ball come to you.' as they say in sports.
Maybe your get lucky, and the terrific teacher will get moved to a new grade next year along with your child. It could happen...
Best Wishes,
Grinity
we're in Oregon. I don't know what the law is, but basically, the state came down on our district (Portland) because they weren't doing enough for gifted kids. They don't have pull outs, but there is a gifted magnet, although it has its own problems. We do have G IEPs like PA, though, which is interesting. It seems like we have a lot of leverage, and the Principal at the school is at least approachable and seems receptive. Which is more then a lot of Principals!
Thanks for the perspective, grinity.
