Hi everyone,

I've been thinking about applying to the DYS program for at least one of my kids for a while. Thing is, they go to private schools and have never taken a standardized test or an IQ test.

This year, DS9 will take his first (and possibly only) set of standardized tests. An IQ test will have to be done privately, and it will be pricey.

So before starting down this road, I was wondering: what do you see as the advantages of the program?

Some things I'm wondering about:


  • Are there local groups, or is everything based out of Reno?

  • How often do people go to Reno? Is there a big annual get-together or something?

  • What are the biggest things that the program helps with?

  • I've heard that the family counselors can contact schools. Is this true? If so, do the schools respond positively?


Etc. etc.

Thanks.

Val