<p>Yes, it is really important to get the needed, thorough testing ASAP. Sadly, most schools don’t have the resources to do thorough testing and pick up only the most obvious problems when kids are greatly lagging below grade level. It is so important to figure out how to partner with the school and teachers–public opt private. If you choose private schools, they do NOT have to offer IEPs or other accommodations, but some may. </p>
<p>We did have to shop around for the schools we thought would work best with us and our kids. It was a tiring challenge but worthwhile.</p>