Is he the kind of child who can actually work independently in a focused way?

I would personally be inclined to hold out for a plan that includes actual instruction and guidance from the g/t teacher, not just "removal from the classroom." IMHO it is a rare 10-year-old who could actually educate himself in this manner.

Removal is a way to make the teacher happy; but you should be very sure that they are educating your child as mandated by law.

DeeDee