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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]This is ridiculous. I already think it’s ridiculous that two year olds can start if they turn 3 in September. I know that’s the district cut off age but I’ve subbed in so many prek classes and the difference between those very young children and the already three year olds is pretty big. It might not matter later on in age but between late 2 and middle 3 there is a huge difference. [/quote]

As a first grade teacher, trust me, it's continues to be a big deal. You can go down the data of our incoming kids and tell by how high or low they are when their birthday is. The kids who are five at the beginning of first grade are, with almost no exceptions, the lowest performers in the class, have less stamina, and have more behavior problems. The age-related maturity issue lasts well beyond pk3[/quote]

I have a fall birthday child and he's doing very well in school and in the highest groups and he's easily a year younger than many of his friends.  Funny thing, his teacher last year probably would have said that but she was a lousy teacher.  Now, new teacher who really gets him and takes the time and he's now one of the top kids and thriving.  Ever consider its your teaching and classroom style?  My kid would be so bored if he was a year behind.  He's already met the bench marks for this year per their testing.
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There is evidence that older children do better. Maybe you’re child doesn’t fit into that sample but why do you think redshirting is such an issue in America now?[/quote]

No, my child was in a private with a lot of younger kids and all are thriving.  The school took the time in the early grades, including preK to give the kids the foundation they needed to be successful.  My child would be highly gifted if we held him back.  I would rather him be at an appropriate level and gifted vs. highly gifted if you base it on test scores.  It has to do with the academic expectations and it gives you a false level if you hold your child back as it doesn't make them smarter and if anything you are dumbing them down.  Teachers push for kids to be held back as its easier for them.  Less for them to have to do.  Its not about the kids but teachers.  People have a false impression their kids will do better if they are held back, some it is true but many would be fine either way with the right teacher and curriculum.  It also helps parents who are not very involved and expect kids to do homework and learn on their own. [/quote]

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