month he has regressed a lot. I know he does better in a typical class, it helps his bahaviour & verbal skills. Hes 5 & has PDD. I was lied alot by the school psychologist and ended up signing him up in the special class. I have an IEP meeting coming up and I want to be ready to make them get him out of it. please help.
2006-10-02 03:54:30 · 8 answers · asked by monik33 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Special Education
Above answers are excellent - but i also suggest you contact your local PDD agency for help and find out if there is a child advocacy organization where you live. Bringing someone who knows the law with you is most helpful and keeps the school on its toes. I don't know what kind of "lies" you were told, but any program is subject to change if it doesn't benefit the child, even those suggested with the best of intentions and all the evidence that is available. Remember it is possible to have both special education classes and regular education classes as needed. You can always disagree with the decisions made at any IEP meeting - it is your right and your responsibility - and they must tell you how to proceed to the next step in your state. Try to go with a "how can we all fix this problem" attitude and that may help keep your school making an effort. Really, most special ed departments want the success of your child as much as you do. Good luck...
2006-10-04 04:41:44 · answer #1 · answered by losteph 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I feel your pain dear. My son is 5 & autistic. FIrst, you must get evidence to support that the psychologist lied to you about his the seriousness of his condition. You do this by getting a second opinion from a psychologist of your choice not by the school. It is crucial to always have second opinions for any doubts in any diagnosis. I also suggest you take him to a psychiatrist. Present these reports in your upcoming IEP. I guarantee they are obligated to hear you out, and make any adjustments to his education. If anything appeal with the Board of Education in your area. Any others ? please feel free to visit my blog & also post your questions here, as there are others im sure that have helpful advice for you. Never give up dear...hope is never lost. I also suggest you apply for the All Kids program if you reside in Illinois.. It will help your son a wider range of specialists and save you costly doctor & therapy bills.
2006-10-02 04:45:40 · answer #2 · answered by Vilma V 1 · 5⤊ 0⤋
If you have PROOF that he has regressed, you need to bring it and be prepared to discuss it. Obviously, you'll need more than one example. Remind the teacher and whomever else that is present that an IEP provided for the LEAST RESTRICTIVE ENVIRONMENT. If your son is performing worse, obviously he's being restricted and needs to be moved into the mainstream. If all else fails, contact your board of education and get a child advocate.
2006-10-02 04:19:34 · answer #3 · answered by teacherhelper 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Special Education placements typically are not based on one standard placements, but it should be based on the best placement for the individual child. I have included some articles from Wrightslaw.com which is a Special Education Advocacy website full of tips and resources on the subject and some other sources, too. The articles are ones that will help you prepare for the meeting better:
http://www.wrightslaw.com/info/autism.index.htm
http://www.wrightslaw.com/info/lre.index.htm
http://www.wrightslaw.com/info/fape.index.htm
http://www.isbe.net/spec-ed/pdfs/lre_guidance.pdf
http://www.wrightslaw.com/howey/advo.skills.hone.htm
http://www.wrightslaw.com/howey/iep.mtgs.info.concern.htm
http://www.wrightslaw.com/howey/iep.mtg.prepare.htm
http://www.wrightslaw.com/howey/dumb.questions.htm
http://www.wrightslaw.com/howey/power.mtgs.ltrs.htm
http://www.ccprograms.com/autistic.asp
http://www.autism-pdd.net/
http://pediatrics.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/107/5/e85
I know this is a lot of reading, but it will help you prepare for the next IEP meeting.
2006-10-02 07:20:21 · answer #4 · answered by dawncs 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
It is crucial that you ask the school to provide clear evidence of why he needs to be in a special education class and not have s upport services in a regular class. If it is a matter of he needs extra help throughout the day, ask for a personal aide for him. It may be necessary for you to contact an attorney who specializes in disability advocacy. Or another professional who advocates for students with disabilities. If you edit your question to include your city and state I'll see if I can find a local agency for you. (and edit my answer with the information)
2006-10-02 09:39:41 · answer #5 · answered by meridocbrandybuck 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
you as a parent have to stand up for your son. if you feel like he is ready let them know. maybe put him in regualer classes but have him go to recouce room for extrea help. when i got out of specal ed that's what we did and it helped me alot. i was in regualer classes but also got the help when i needed it. good luck.
2006-10-02 10:31:32 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
first stay calm
Know what you are talking about so research everything
Have all the paper work that you have about this
document everything
Ask queistions
and stay calm
2006-10-02 12:32:04 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
RESEARCH!!!!!! Go into that meeting with your notes and stand your ground. Listen to what they have to say & stay calm.
2006-10-02 04:01:11 · answer #8 · answered by laneydoll 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋