Masterofnone, no fun at all, regardless.
I know what counselor means; we have had to do this calculus for our own DS. I think he has been on an alternative curriculum (informally) from the start of K: the other kids are working on academics, he's working on social skills and anxiety. All day. Every day. Because he doesn't need much of what they're teaching academically, but he sure needs those other lessons, and this is one way to get them.
You can always change your mind and pull him later if you find you need to. You're approaching it thoughtfully. I'm rooting for you.
DeeDee
