Originally Posted by Rosaspina
. They also told me that they did not recommend testing him, as he is the type who will not do things "well" unless he is actually deeply interested. Hearing and following even basic directions can be a real struggle.

Unfortunately, you can't get services from the school unless you do some type of testing. From what you have described, you might want to get on the waiting list for the Eides up in Washington state. http://www.neurolearning.com/
They are neurologists who specialize in assessing twice exceptional kids. You might want to check their "Mislabeled Child" book out of the library.