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[quote=Anonymous]OP,

I really think it depends on your kid.  Kids with LDs may be just as bright as their peers may also be more delayed socially.  If your kid is socially immature as well as dyslexic, I would definitely consider holding back a year and getting help for the reading.  There is nothing wrong with holding a kid back for this reason although red shirting is regarded with such disdain.  You really need to base this choice on your kid.  (I also think people overestimate how "bored" kids will be.)

Yes, your kid may still need pull outs in the future however confidence and not feeling adrift is also important.  There is a reason that the number of private school applications makes a BIG jump starting 3rd grade onward.  It's b/c the kids left in the dust b/c their LD wasn't sufficiently addressed earlier are hitting the wall academically.

Wait for the results of testing.  Talk with the person doing the evaluation and current teachers.  No matter which you decide, it's good you've caught it early and are taking steps to address it.[/quote]

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