Is it worth all the trouble, expense and upset to push for accommodation for our son at school, or should I just leave the situation alone? Will he be OK if I do nothing?
Just not sure if we're doing the right thing...
Hi BinB,
((Humor Alert))
I haven't found that little spot on the bottom of the foot where the star appears when I've done the right thing for parenting, but if someone could post directions for that procedure, I'd be most appreciative. And if that person were kind enough to show me how to read the 'True IQ' that I'm sure must be readable between certian toes, that would be awesome as well!
Seriously, it's a lot to think about, and we don't (ususally) have the luxury of going down to talk to the mom's at the bus stop to help us sort through things.
So maybe post some more on these topics:
What started you on the road to Advocacy in the first place?
How close a fit is his current situation?
Are there extracurriculars that help him strech?
Are there school alternatives?
How 'unusually gifted' is he? (LOG, level of giftedness)
Who are your local supports? (What did the people who did his testing say?)
Does he have older siblings who provide 'in-house cluster grouping'?
Does he have any Adult Mentors who provide informal enrichment?
Is he willing to take risks intellectually, or does he only want to do activities where he can be sure to be the smartest one?
Does he believe that 'Smart = effortless learning' or 'lightening fast?'
What are his preferences regarding school?
Does he like school?
Does he have friends, or any sort?
Is he misbehaving or having physical symptoms?
2E issues?
Wheew!
Smiles,
Grinity
