My 6th grader has a mild language based LD but an overall high IQ, actually top 1% in areas that relate more to math skills. He struggles with writing and higher level reading comprehension (technically scores average, but it's a huge discrepancy...hence the diagnosis) He gets extra time for standardized tests. He also qualifies for a reader. He has a tutor that comes to school for sessions.

He hates all of that. He swears he doesn't need it and doesn't want it. They have the SSAT coming up (test for independent secondary schools) and he has his accommodations. He was in tears about this today. He "doesn't need it!" and he says that being in a separate room makes him feel stupid. . He was just diagnosed last winter. He has done one ERB test since then and the tutoring.

I just don't even know what to say. It breaks my heart. And he's so bright with a lot of strengths. I hate that this makes him feel "stupid".