Should I allow my son to participate with the Talented and Gifted program?

Josh (who has Asperger's) has been recommended for the Talented and Gifted program at school. I'm thinking about putting him in the program, but I'm not sure. Does anyone have any experience with this? My daughter was in it and did well, but she is "typical" so she doesn't have the issues that Josh does.

tags: Twice gifted AIG Gifted program

posted 9 months ago by A MyAutismTeam User

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I don't know anything on this, but that's awesome that he's been recommended for the program!

posted 9 months ago

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Thanks

posted 9 months ago

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Could you talk to the coordinator to see what kind of accommodations they offer to "twice exceptional" students? I know families… read more

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That's probably what I'm going to have to do. I think at this point that I will put him in the class with the stipulation that I can… read more

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I debated this with my son. I actually worked in the school for many years and was friends with the AIG (what they call it here) teacher.… read more

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If there is any chance of it improving his self-esteem, I would go for it. There's a high probability the program has other kids much… read more

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