Congrats Debbie!!!
Now...school interviews?

I have testing envy! Congrats! Sounds like it was well worth the trip.

Debbie,
I’m so glad you finally have conclusive proof of the extent of your son’s intellectual ability and needs!

We don’t have an immediate necessity (or spare cash), but since I’m from MN, I have mulled over the idea of bringing one or both kids in for a consult with Dr. Ruf during a visit. She really impressed my husband and me when we went to her parent seminar at the DYS summit last year. I would bet she could get very specific with school recommendations if you are from the twin cities.

Since Ania brought up the school issue, I would highly recommend looking into other schooling options too. My ds (and I) have just returned home from his second day of orientation at the new college prep school that he was fortunate enough to receive financial aid to attend and he could not be more in his element socially! Judging by the little instruction I heard in the last few minutes, the pace of instruction and temperament of the instructor seem perfectly tailored to his ability and personality also.

delbows - Not to be a stalker but, I didn't know you're from MN? Are you from the cities? I'd love to hear more about the school you chose for your son! PM me if you can share anything!

I apologize for my confusing post. I grew up in MN, but live in IL now. I meant to say that I would like to take them to Dr. Ruf during one of our family visits to MN.

I thought maybe a fantastic school somewhere was missed by my radar. Thanks anyway!

Bumping away the spam!

Debbie:

It's great that you've made such a commitment to understand your DS inside and out - Ruf is expensive. As I think she'd be the first to say, you've got a magnificent challenge (paired with magnificent opportunity) in really challenging such an able child to realize his full potential.

FWIW, I'd be feeling exactly the same emotions you've expressed in your place. But it seems as though your hearts are in the right place, and you clearly are focusing on his needs, so I personally would give excellent odds that you will do right by him, even if every step along the way is not perfect. Take a deep breath and pat yourself on the back for all you've done so far.

Ian

Do share :-) We're still a year into that denial and I fear in a major moment of denial agreed to public but we are slated with a - from all accounts - awesome teacher. But I'm sure I speak for many... your next post can't be too long :-)