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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]There is no reason to redshirt a child unless s/he is developmentally or academically behind. It is far too early for you to know that now.[/quote]

[b]If your kid is developmentally or academically behind, like mine was, it actually makes more sense to send them so they can get the social and the supports at school[/b].[/quote]

This.  Tons of research is available on the importance of early screening and intervention if there are concerns.[/quote]

I don't fully agree. You can get early intervention AND redshirt your child - I know families that have done this.  Your doesn't have to go to kindergarten to get services on time.  Redshirting and ignoring developmental issues is a bad idea.

We chose not to redshirt my child with an IEP, and while that has worked out academically (because he's very engaged with the academics and doing well, and it give him confidence) he would be much better off socially with kids a year behind him. [/quote]

We had a child with serious delays and were told to hold back but it was also a cut off issue.  It was a huge mistake and child skipped a grade to make up as they needed stronger academics and the stronger academics and older kids helped with the delays.  Years later I only regret holding back, not pushing ahead.[/quote]

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