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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]How does it work for K?  We attended a school info session and the principal said they do testing in 2nd and 4th grade.  In K and 1st does that just mean they scaffold curriculum based on demonstrated ability?  DD is entering K, and while probably on point or slightly ahead in math, she is very advanced in reading including comprehension and vocabulary.  I know she's not the only one or a precious snowflake, but she is ahead of the curve and hopefully won't be practicing basic phonics but instead given an opportunity to stretch.[/quote]

Don't expect much in the beginning of K. The teacher needs to spend time evaluating the children and getting them acclimated to the new school, rules, expectations, etc.  At some point, teacher will divide them into different reading/lit. center groups.  It is extremely likely that your child will have reading peers in her class.  Literact in K is much more than just reading.  Even though some of that testing doesn't start until 2nd grade, a number of children were doing pull-outs in 1st grade.  I heard the same story from my friends at other Arlington elementary schools.[/quote]

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