Thanks, Bianca! The grade skip seems to be the best option available although I do see that in some ways it is less than ideal.

OHGrandma, I agree that going to 1st in the afternoons could be a great transition and I was excited about the idea until I talked to DS current K teacher. You are exactly right, I am concerned that she may try to sabotage him. I hope that I get a good feeling from the 1st grade teacher. I may get to talk to her next week.

Cathy