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    Re: gifted education in high school
    Posted by Cyna on 8/16/08

    If your child has an IEP or some other sort of special education
    plan in place, this gives you the legal leverage to demand and
    get the courses that best meet your child's needs.

    My son was gifted in math. He took the ACT in the 6th grade and
    scored 29 in math. The school wanted him to take general math
    in the 7th grade. I thought he was ready for algebra and had
    the measurable documentation to prove it. I had many meetings
    where I respectfully requested that his advanced needs in math
    be met. I hit brick wall after brick wall. Finally, I casually
    mentioned seeking assistance from an organization in our area
    that represents parents of special education students (usually
    those with disabilities) and advocate for their rights, even to
    the point of litigation. BINGO. Got what I wanted and
    continued to throughout his high school days.

    My advice: Read the special education documents on your child
    carefully. Know your rights. Seek advocacy, if needed. Get what
    your child needs and don't be deterred by road blocks.

    I wish you the best of luck

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  • gifted education in high school, 8/15/08, by Wondering.
  • Re: gifted education in high school, 8/15/08, by Jamie in MO.
  • Re: gifted education in high school, 8/16/08, by Cyna.

     
     

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