The Reports
All of Ryan’s teachers and therapists have written reports on his progress in preparation for Monday’s big annual IEP* review.
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Looking Back – Such Big Differences
I had my last regular progress meeting with James’ preschool speech and language teacher. We covered his IEP goals and
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The model student?
Huh? Our Bitty? Are you sure we’re talking about the same little boy? Apparently, he saves his infamous attitude for
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IEP – Not Gibberish
Today we had a meeting with school district officials to draft an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) for Martin’s next year.
Read MoreHomework Issues with Autism
Last year we had some problems with Dakota not doing his homework. He started school in May full time and
Read MoreYour Autistic Child and the Condescension of the Professional
What is the issue that bothers a parent the most in dealing with professionals and their autistic children? For me
Read MoreSchool Planning- Old and New: College, Teaching Aides and Autism
As any family with a child on the autism spectrum knows, the school year actually begins sometime in the summer.
Read MoreAutism – A Small Victory
Well, we are 1 week out of school and I have already begun preparation for transitioning my son to summer
Read MoreAutism: Team Meetings
Well, it took me a little while to figure out how to “work” team meetings. I have never felt that
Read MoreWhat to Expect from an Autism Center Evaluation
I would gladly donate every penny of the gas money I’ve spent driving my son from one diagnostic center to another if I
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