Why do DCUMs always need to tell you that her child has a high IQ?

[Anonymous]

To me, the HG kids have it easier than the average but physical boys in the class. I suppose it's a question of controlling mind/mouth versus controlling the rest of the body.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Why should highly gifted kids get a pass on sitting still and fidgetting, when average but energetic, or struggling kids, don't?

Because many (but not all) of them have ADHD. Thus the reference to 2e kids.

[Anonymous]

That's not the comparison at issue here, obviously. We are talking about kids who on all ranges are normal, including intelligence and self regulation, but have tons of energy.

Why should an HG kid be forgiven for mouthing off in class, but not these other kids?

The real world sure doesn't distinguish in its expectations. Parents shouldn't give their kids a pass, either.

[Anonymous]

Back to OP's question. I think I am now going to describe DC as my "stunningly beautiful daughter" and forego the WPPSI from now on. I think her IQ was only 130-ish anyway (practically a dullard by this board's standards).

[Anonymous]

Careful, you'll be flamed for saying "don't hate me because I'm beautiful"! Remember that old shampoo ad? Or maybe I'm dating myself.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Back to OP's question. I think I am now going to describe DC as my "stunningly beautiful daughter" and forego the WPPSI from now on. I think her IQ was only 130-ish anyway (practically a dullard by this board's standards).

Your stunningly beautiful daughter is only moderately gifted. Sackcloth and ashes for her!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote: Your stunningly beautiful daughter is only moderately gifted. Sackcloth and ashes for her!

Was this supposed to be a joke?

[Anonymous]

Congrats on the score in the 130s -- well into the upper 90s percentile-wise, I believe.

[Anonymous]

Nah, only low or mid-90s, I think. It will be very fashionable sackcloth. Ashes definitely, under eye, when that whole kohl-eyed heroin look comes back in again.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Nah, only low or mid-90s, I think. It will be very fashionable sackcloth. Ashes definitely, under eye, when that whole kohl-eyed heroin look comes back in again.

LOL!

[Anonymous]

I think the correct term for sackcloth is "homespun", and it's back in with the hip, environmentally-friendly crowd. She'll do great!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

What you call 2e kids -- good name -- would seem to be different. Innate lack of self control is different from "the teacher doesn't like my kid challenging her in class and that's the school's problem not my kid's problem" (which I've actually seen).

And what about "my kid doesn't like the teacher NOT challenging her in class"? Lack of appropriate challenge can certainly lead to inappropriate behavior in some kids. Unless you know the child inside and out, it might be hard for you to know whether the acting out is a sign of a bratty kid or a bored kid or a twice exceptional kid.

It looks for all the world like you're saying "my kid is bratty to her teachers because they don't challenge her enough". You need to get a grip.

Let's pretend for a moment that you're right, and that braininess = brattiness in class. (I don't believe this, I happen to think that self control is at least partially if not largely innate. But I'll play along for now.) Even if this is the case, your duty as a parent of this brainy kid, just like the parents of kids with ADHD or 2es, is to work extra hard to teach your kid manners, coping skills, and respect.

Unless this really is all about you and your kid, and not about the intrinsic values of good manners. In which case, consider this: your kid may not see the inside of MIT of her high school teachers give her hideous recommendations.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Back to OP's question. I think I am now going to describe DC as my "stunningly beautiful daughter" and forego the WPPSI from now on. I think her IQ was only 130-ish anyway (practically a dullard by this board's standards).

Just don't admit that you would EVER consider letting her become the Face of Baby Gap or do any child modeling. Now THAT was one nasty DCUM thread!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Just don't admit that you would EVER consider letting her become the Face of Baby Gap or do any child modeling. Now THAT was one nasty DCUM thread!

Now that's a nasty thread I missed!

[Anonymous]

Well there are just so many nasty threads to choose from....