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[quote=Anonymous]My child has dyslexia too and was diagnosed at the end of first grade. I see the benefit in having her repeat 1st grade. It’s not because the instruction will magically be more targeted this year but because it will give you more time to get outside tutoring that does match her needs and have that start to work. Dyslexic kids struggle in elementary and if she is also socially having a hard time and is the youngest, that can increase anxiety even more. 
My daughters bday was late august and I waited an extra year before k. If I didn’t do that, elementary would have been unbelievably challenging for her. So I can completely see your point of view.
I don’t know how FCPS works bc we are in Maryland but if I had it to do over again, I would use an advocate/ attorney as early as possible to get what your child needs. 
The one reason I would say not to hold her back is if there is a chance for public placement and you would be interested in that. If that is the case, she will need to be years behind before it is even considered and is more than likely a long shot. 
You may be looking at a moderate to severe level of dyslexia and that may take significant outside resources. I do think an advocate would be beneficial for you. 
I wish this wasn’t as hard as it is for all the parents of dyslexic kids.[/quote]

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