[Ohiogift] Skipping a grade

[Colleen BOYLE]

Typically I agree with this opinion to not accelerate into the grade of an older sibling. However, there should also be consideration given to the family dynamic. I have had an example where it was extremely necessary for the younger student and the family dynamic and older child's personality were such that it worked out fine - even to the benefit of both students. (Granted - that is one anecdotal case compared the bigger research evidence.). So, that portion is a critical item to consider very carefully, and in this case, you would want to make sure the whole child needs of both children are considered in the process. As you are probably already realizing, when it comes to raising asynchronous gifted kids, there is no such thing as the ideal education setting in existence. So, it becomes about finding the best fit of all options with the most benefits and fewest and least problematic downsides. Consider all options in this case and just proceed with caution. 

Colleen Boyle
Director, Gifted & Talented, Columbus
President, OAGC

> On Sep 15, 2016, at 1:13 PM, Karen Rohde via Ohiogift <ohiogift at lists.osu.edu> wrote:
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> Accelerating a sibling into the same grade as an older sibling is a huge issue and a critical item on the Iowa Acceleration Scale.  It changes the family dynamics forever.  Do not do it unless both are accelerated.
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> Karen Rohde
> Berea
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> From: "Randi Nathenson via Ohiogift" <ohiogift at lists.osu.edu>
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> Hi I am new to this group. I have a 3rd grader who has been doing subject acceleration, but logistically skipping a grade seems to be a better option at this point. I am concerned about the developmental piece when he hits higher grades. I am also concerned because he will be in the same grade as his older brother who is also extremely bright. I would love any insight or advice anyone might have from their experiences
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