Reply to s/o - DC privates are not filled with gifted kids

Forum Index » Private & Independent Schools

Reply to "s/o - DC privates are not filled with gifted kids"

Subject:

Emoticons





More smilies

Text Color: Font: Close Marks

[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]So, OP, your point is?

My DC is in a "big 3," and scored above a 140 on the WPPSI. Right now, the school is a wonderful learning environment for her; she's happy, and she's learning, in K, the social skills that she will need to excel in life (not just school). She's engaged, she has PE every day and recess twice a day with frequent access to a large outdoor playground. Her teachers are smart and observant, and have developed a well-reasoned, age-appropriate curriculum that meets the needs of the children. The kids seem incredibly happy to be at school.

I don't see why you are so concerned about private schools not meeting the needs of "highly gifted" children. If you don't feel that a school is a good fit for your child or family, then don't send your child there.

Could you state where you've obtained your information about ERBs in "top schools"? Which schools do you include?  [/quote]

I heard the information in passing at a social gathering.  Friend of a friend was a Sidwell administrator and noted that they don't see many gifted kids in lower schools and the conversation progressed from there.  This was a few years back but I can't imagine things have changed too drastically.

I'm not that concerned about it in general.  My concern came out of the fact that teachers were griping about parents requesting help addressing their gifted kid's needs.  I'm glad your child is thriving.  Many are not though.[/quote]

Options

	Disable HTML in this message
	Disable BB Code in this message
	Disable smilies in this message

Review message

Search Recent Topics Hottest Topics