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[quote=Anonymous]I have a similar kid, OP, though more non-participatory than prone to meltdowns, and I always have a brief conversation before camp or a new activity, but I would never mention his giftededness because it isn't relevant to them in any way. I don't mention that he has dysgraphia either--how would it help? I think you want to say the MINIMUM that is going to give them some tools to help your child and maybe generate a little sympathy/patience (again, mentioning giftedness generates no sympathy!)

I say, "My child has a lot of anxiety and is sometimes a little slow to join activities. He does better when given a little space and time as opposed to being pushed or prodded. He is very excited to do this camp and I don't anticipate major issues but I just wanted to let you know." If they ask for more I might tell them about actual diagnosis etc otherwise I leave it at that. I have zero expectations that teenage camp counselors will be able to do what trained teachers have trouble doing and I know I have to be prepared to pull him from camps and activities if it doesn't work. Fortunately this hasn't happened in a long time.[/quote]

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