Well after many calls and some emails I learned what Collin's fate will be next school year. The Public school system will not let him start next year at all. He is 12 days past the cut off, period no exceptions (supposedly )! If he goes to private school he will have to attended a Private School till 2nd grade before transferring. In the state of Alabama you have to be 5 years old before Sept 1 to start K5 and you have to be 6 years old to start 1st grade.I must admit I was alittle heartbroken for Collin when I got all this news. Because he is smart and a fast learner. He is big for his age and can handle hanging with the kids slightly older than him. People are usually shocked he is just 4.
There are a couple of scenarios floating around in my head. Brian and I will have to sit down and weigh all the options. I plan on talking with his current Preschool teacher because she is a wise woman with lots of experience , I think she will help us sort out things.
I do feel this is an injustice to Collin but it may work out in his favor after all. If he shows up to Public school kindergarten light years ahead of the other kids they will be forced to reconsider the situation.And I will make sure they do. He is wanting to learn to read and I have been hesitant up until now. He is hungry for knowledge and wants to learn more and more. I am going to change my way of thinking and follow his lead. There are plenty of workbooks, flashcards even computer games that can help us with this.
That's what we know so far I will let you know once things are decided upon.
