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[quote=Anonymous]I am not a fan of GWMS.  We have friends whose kids are there are doing great but we also know a bunch who left under terrible circumstances.  Our kids did not attempt MS but DS will be going into 9th next yr.  Both kids did public until about 4/5th.  Private until current (6/8th).  We are considering sending them to HS (we are in Alex) for HS due to $$ considerations.

DS has dyslexia and ADHD and has a private tutor.  Current MS is amazing in supporting his learning disabilities.  I am not as sure about the HS and wanted to find out the experiences of those who are at Alex HS.  DH thinks he could handle public HS given LS accommodations and the private tutor.

Want to know:
1. Is it any "better" at least by reputation than GWMS, because that place is a hard no for us.  HS seems to be actually better, is this true?  Esp with the 9th grade campus shift/makeover - how is this impacting incoming kids to HS - has it helped make life easier for 9th grade transition or not really?
2. We are looking for LD support offered by the school.  Does it exist? GWMS basically told me that if our kid is not at a C or below, he isn't eligible for assistance. They actually doubted his documented dyslexia/ADHD because he was doing well! I'm like - isn't that the point - to help him do well?  They said he only gets help if clearly needs it.  Getting a B means he doesn't.  Realizing he is probably stronger going into 9th, wondering what the experience for IED/LD kids is there?
3. GWMS is known for being a chaotic minefield to navigate.  Our friends' with kids there are "perfect" kids who can let things pass even if they are stressed out by the environment.  Our kids are not built that way, they are sensitive kids.  That being said, they do well with diversity and wouldn't be good in a small population.  We're not afraid of a large class, but we want to ensure the teachers actually provide enough help if they need/ask.

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