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Ro - 2008-12-10 03:07:59
We had Bailey tested last year (2nd grade is the first year they'll test). We debated on the test or wait a year question for a while. My mom finally said, "If he qualifies, wouldn't you rather he start getting special services now, rather than in another year?" That was the clincher on our decision. Here they only consider IQ scores. He has so many of the qualities of a gifted student, including that "head in the clouds" thing. He didn't qualify based on IQ alone. I was worried that he'd be upset, but he wasn't. So, that was a novel...but basically it was meant to say "We've been there, and I understand."
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catsoul - 2008-12-10 12:08:24
Hi, kids who are gifted, alot of times I bored in school, so they don't even want to do the work at the grade level, hence, for your daughter, troubles in 1st grade. They tend to focus on an interest and do this in-depth for however long it takes for them to digest the information, then they move on to another topic, hence again, avoiding doing the current homework or whatever has been assigned to them. Wishing you all a great journey...it will be awesome...from a mom who has a creative son!!! Humor is a good thing. =^..^=
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mia. - 2008-12-10 17:09:12
Oh! I'm so proud of our girl... Not only is she brilliant, but I am truly amazed at her math and science skills. Give her a big hug from me!!!
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Terri T - 2008-12-10 21:16:48
That's great news. My nephew has been in the gifted program for several years and was inducted into the Junior High National Honor Society last year. Who knew? Wonderful achievement for your daughter.
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